Early Childhood Programs and Kindergarten
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All of our programs provide developmentally appropriate, standards-based instruction but are distinguished by the variety of funding sources and resulting entrance/eligibility requirements.
Hillsborough County Public Schools is pleased to offer a variety of early childhood programs serving children ages 3 – 5.
Programs
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Head Start
Head Start is a federally funded, comprehensive, child development program that encompasses all aspects of a child's development and learning. Head Start serves children ages 3 to 5 years old.
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Primary Exceptional Education Preschool Services (PEEPS)
Services for prekindergarten for children with developmental delays and disabilities are authorized by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Children ages three to five who meet eligibility requirements can receive services designed to meet each child's individual needs.
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Voluntary Prekindergarten
Florida's Voluntary Prekindergarten Program (VPK) was implemented with the goal of providing all of Florida's four-year-olds with access to free, quality prekindergarten programs.
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Kindergarten
Hillsborough County Public Schools offers a full day, academic program for children who meet the age requirement of five years of age by September 1.
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Resources for Families
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Activities to Support your child’s developmental from birth to five at home
Florida Learning and Developmental Standards for birth through 5, family resourcesCDC’s Developmental Milestones
Learn about developmental milestones from birth through 5 years old, what each milestone looks like, and what to do if your child is not reaching the expected milestones.CoxCampus.org
From birth to 9, your child's brain is developing critical skills for literacy and success. This makes families an important partner to help boost their growth. You have what it takes and we empower you with the guidance and resources to make it easy! Sign up for free access!Evidence Based Reading Instruction (EBLI)
Resources to support families and providers for foundational reading skills for Kindergarten and beyond.Explore each letter of the alphabet with us on Learning Letters!
Together, we will help your child build a strong foundation for early literacy skills.Harvard Graduate School of Education
Early Literacy and Language apps: Engaging parents and caregivers in enjoyable and rewarding interactions with their young childrenKindergarten Countdown
A guide for your family as you begin the transition to kindergartenMaya’s Book Nook
Developed by Dr. Lakeisha Johnson, faculty at the Florida Center for Reading Research and in the School of Communication Sciences and Disorders, Maya’s Book Nook promotes language and literacy skills through diverse children’s literature.MyOn
A personalized digital library at every student’s fingertipsReading Rockets
Resources for families and professionals on ‘launching young readers’.Sesame Street for Families
Games, apps, and activities to help families support their child’s development
