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Pre-K Info

WCUUSD Information for 2026-2027 Preschool 

Online registration opens Monday, February 2, 2026

WCUUSDPreKScreeningAdMar25261 (PDF)

 

 

 

Community Connections: 2026-2027 Pre-K Information

Status: Registration paperwork for the 2026-2027 school year will be available this Spring.

About the Program

Community Connections (CC) is a licensed, school-based Pre-Kindergarten program designed to support district families by providing high-quality childcare that aligns with the work week.

  • Experience: We have provided childcare services to the community for the past 24 years, with 15 years dedicated to Pre-K programming.

  • Staffing: Our highly trained staff collaborates closely with school faculty to ensure a seamless, positive transition for your child.

  • Eligibility: Open to children ages 3–5 at local schools.

Schedule & Operations

  • Days of Operation: We operate every day that the school-based Pre-K programs are open.

  • Hours: While most schools offer a full-day/full-week childcare option, specific schedules vary by location based on space and staff availability.

Registration & Costs

Pre-Kindergarten registration is handled online via the Washington Central website (wcuusd.org).

  • Program Details: Specific schedules and cost sheets for the upcoming fall are typically posted in July. Examples of current costs are included in the information linked below.

  • Where to find info: Links to the 2026-2027 schedule and rates will be posted on the Community Connections page or your specific school’s website once finalized, the site is under construction.

  • Questions: For specific inquiries, please contact Kimberly Bolduc at kbolduc@u32.org  or call (802)223-7936 x305. Please include your town of residence with your inquiry.

Enrollment Priority & Timeline

Placement for the upcoming school year is determined using the following priority structure:

  1. Returning Students: Guaranteed first placement.

  2. Age Priority: Priority is given to incoming 4-year-olds, followed by 3-year-olds.

  3. New Students: Enrolled at the time of the "Meet and Greet."

Final placement confirmations will be sent to families by July

 

 

Pre-K Registration Fast Facts

1. Enrollment & Registration

  • New Students (Public or Private Act 166): If you are enrolling in a Pre-K program for the first time, you must complete the full online registration. Click the "Online Registration" icon on this page to begin.
  • Continuing Public Pre-K Students: If your child is currently enrolled in one of our public Pre-K programs, no action is required.
  • Continuing Private Act 166 Students: If you completed online enrollment last year and are staying in a private program, you do not need to register again. You only need to complete the 2026-2027 Act 166 Universal Pre-K Tuition Request form.
  • Switching from Private to Public: If your child attends a private Act 166 program and you wish to switch to the school Pre-K program, please complete the online registration. Note: You do not need to resubmit proof of residency or age.

2. Important Paperwork Requirements

  • Tuition Agreements: For Private Act 166 enrollments, we cannot authorize funding agreements with your provider until ALL required paperwork is submitted.
  • Deadlines: Failure to submit paperwork on time may result in the withholding of tuition discounts.

3. Changes & Questions

  • Exiting the Program: If your child leaves a Public or Private Pre-K program before the end of the year, please complete the Student Exit Form and return it to the administrative assistant at your town's school.
  • Contact Us: When emailing questions, please specify which school you are trying to register at, or have inquiries about, so we can assist you faster.

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