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Illinois Board of Education Awarding 75mil in Smart Start Funding for Preschools

The Illinois State Board of Education is awarding $75 million in Smart Start Illinois funds to expand preschool access (pending appropriations) and we’re hosting webinars to help you apply! Join online MONDAY April 22 https://okt.to/wNbI6X. Proposals are due by 4 p.m. May 16! https://okt.to/gXCUrc The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) released the Request for Proposals to…

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District 33 Holds Preschool Screenings for Fall

PRESCHOOL – SCREENING FOR FALL ENROLLMENT In fall 2024 all preschool classrooms will be together at Pioneer School. District 33 currently has openings for 410 students for the 2024-25 school year and look forward to partnering with local families through this early childhood education program. Residents are encouraged to complete the following form if they…

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West Chicago Community High School’s Preschool Program Enrollment Open

12 Week Wildcat Preschool Session enrollment is now open. Date/Time: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 12:30 pm to 2:05 pm Cost: $200 by orientation day (2/1/2024) or $225 with late registration Dates: Tues Feb 6 to Thurs May 2, 2024 Wildcat Preschool Spring 2024 Application: CLICK HERE More information is available by clicking HEREby clicking HERE…

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Western DuPage Chamber of Commerce Presents Educare With Donation , Learn More About This Early Childhood/Prenatal Program

The Western DuPage Chamber of Commerce recently presented West Chicago’s Educare with a monetary donation. The funds are designated to provide students with new coats, hats, mittens, and scarves for the coming cold weather months. This generous donation was much appreciated by the school. President, Dave Sabathne presents Educare director, Marcella Sweeney with the donation…

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Awanas for Preschoolers at GlenArbor Church

All community preschoolers are invited to attend the Awana Cubbies program at GlenArbor Church this fall. Open to all three and four year olds. The program takes place Wednesday nights from 7:00-8:15 pm Awana is an international children’s program, hosted by local churches. Cubbies enjoy games, puppets, dress-up, crafts, snacks, songs, Bible story time, and…

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