Wayland and Dorr
MI
Families who would like to learn more about Wayland Union Schools’ preschool and kindergarten programs may attend the Early Childhood Nights scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 19, at Dorr Elementary and Wednesday, Feb. 20, at Baker Elementary in Wayland.
Both schools will have a presentation for parents from 6 to 6:30 p.m. when they can hear an overview of all of the district’s early childhood programs. From 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., parents and children can visit classrooms, meet teachers, tour the building, visit various information booths, and register their child for preschool or kindergarten.
The district offers low tuition rates for 3- and 4-year-old preschool because of cash in lieu of taxes from the Gun Lake Casino. Rates for in-district residents have been reduced by nearly 50% from previous years. Free preschool is also available for families who qualify through Head Start and Great Start Readiness programs.
For 3- and 4-year-old preschool, children must turn either 3 or 4 years old on or before Sept. 1, 2019. Kindergarten/Young Five students must turn 5 on or before Sept. 1.
The preferred enrollment period for tuition preschool and kindergarten is from Feb. 19 to March 8. Families can also complete their pre-registration online, which is found on the WUS district website. This will not guarantee placement/enrollment until final paperwork is turned into the office but will provide the district with basic family information. Please bring your child’s birth certificate, proof of residency and deposit for preschool to the Early Childhood Nights or to the school office.
To learn more about the various preschool options in the district, see the district website at www.waylandunion.org under “Departments -Early Childhood” or contact Baker Elementary at (269) 792-9208 or Dorr Elementary at (616) 681-9637.