NOW OFFERING PRESCHOOL PROMISE

Every child has remarkable potential to learn and succeed in school—the key is to start early!

Through a state grant, The OCSD Early Learning Center is now offering a free preschool program called Preschool Promise. Families with children 3 or 4 years old, who are at or below 200% of the federal poverty level may be eligible for this program.

A child’s learning during their preschool years is critical; it determines their kindergarten starting point. Students who enter kindergarten behind have a monumental undertaking to catch up with their classmates.  Preschool Promise can help your child be prepared!

Children in Preschool Promise classrooms will practice the social, emotional, and academic skills they need to be successful in Kindergarten and beyond!

Aligned with OCSD kindergarten:

Teacher-directed literacy and math centers

Science exploration, dramatic play, music, dance, outdoor play

Social-emotional regulation skill development

The day is crafted with your child's needs at the center

Program Overview

*Preschool Hours M-F 8 am-2 pm

*Meals provided.

*Aftercare is offered with a fee from 2:00-5:00.

Please review the requirements below to see if you believe your family qualifies before applying. If your family is close on the income requirement, or you are unsure if you qualify, please call (971)-990-5677.

1)  Child must be 3 or 4 as of Sept 1, 2024

2)  Family must live in Oregon, but does not have to live in Clackamas County.

3) Households must have an income lower than or equal to the income chart (below) or their household size.

**Exception: Children in foster care are eligible to attend if they meet the first two requirements regardless of foster family income. 

Completion of the screening form does not guarantee enrollment in a Preschool Promise program.