- Fontana Unified School District
- Early Education Programs
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Early Education Programs
The Fontana Unified School District offers different Early Education Programs to meet the individual needs of your child including Transitional Kindergarten, State Preschool and Infant/Toddler Care. Each Early Education Program is a comprehensive early education program focusing on physical, cognitive and social-emotional growth of your child.
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State Preschool
The California State Preschool Program (CSPP) offers part-day developmentally appropriate preschool instruction for eligible three and four year old children at 25 elementary school sites throughout the city of Fontana.
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PRESCHOOL ENROLLMENT PROCESS
STEP 1 - Create an account and fill out the Pre-Enrollment Form*Pre-enrollment does not guarantee program eligibility
STEP 2 - Schedule an appointment at the Enrollment Center to complete your enrollment
STEP 3 - Fill-out the State Preschool Enrollment Application
- 2022-2023 State Preschool Application (Available for pickup at the Enrollment Center or Early Education Office, building #16)
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All About State Preschool
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State Preschool Age Eligibility
Children who have their 3rd or 4th birthday on or before December 1 of the fiscal year they are being served or a child whose 5th birthday occurs after September 1 of the fiscal year they are being served and whose parent or guardian has opted to retain and enroll them in a California State Preschool Program.
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Eligibility Criteria for State Preschool
There are different eligibility criteria for families to participate in the California State Preschool Program. A family needs to be eligible in ONE criterion. Criteria include:
1. Household Income & Family Size Eligibility
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- Child will have their 3rd or 4th birthday on or before December 1 of the fiscal year they are being served or a child whose 5th birthday occurs after September 1 of the fiscal year they are being served and whose parent or guardian has opted to retain and enroll them in a California State Preschool Program.
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2. 80% or Greater Free and Reduced Lunch Elementary School Eligibility
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- Child will have their 4th birthday on or before December 1 of the fiscal year they are being served or a child whose 5th birthday occurs after September 1 of the fiscal year they are being served and whose parent or guardian has opted to retain and enroll them in a California State Preschool Program.
- Family must live in one of the following school boundaries:
Almond, Beech, C. Crest, Citrus, Cypress, Date, Juniper, Live Oak, Locust, Mango, Maple, N. Tamarind, Oak Park, Oleander, Palmetto, Poplar, Porter, Randall-Pepper, Redwood, Shadow Hills, S. Tamarind and Tokay
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3. Student has an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Eligibility
*Students will be enrolled in priority order established by CDE guidelines
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Enrollment into State Preschool
Enrollments are completed at FUSD District Enrollment Center (located at 9548 Citrus Avenue, Bldg. A in Fontana - across the street from Fontana High School). Enrollment Packets are available at the Enrollment Center or Early Education Building #16.
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Program Highlights:
- A comprehensive early education program focusing on physical, cognitive and social-emotional growth of the child.
- Emphasis on language and literacy, emergent mathematical and scientific thinking.
- Child-centered curriculum
- Parent Education Activities
- Availability of counselors and nursing services
- Breakfast or lunch provided daily
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What are the Goals of the Program?
- Promote self-esteem by exposing children to a multicultural curriculum.
- Enhance the child's physical, social, cognitive and emotional development.
- Develop creativity and self-expression.
- Develop independence by allowing children to make their own choices.
- Encourage problem solving by providing a variety of learning experiences.
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Your Child Will:
- Learn to share and get along with other children.
- Learn to follow directions.
- Acquire language experiences through stories, art, music, and drama.
- Acquire math concepts through counting, measuring, waterplay, and grouping.
- Acquire science and social studies concepts through experiments and art.
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Cost:
The State Preschool Program is funded by a state grant. The grant requires the district to prioritize family needs according to income. The program is free to eligible families.
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Documentation Required:
- State Preschool Mandatory Documentation
- Proof of Family Income
- Proof of Family Address
- Child's Immunization Record
- Child's Physical
- Child's Birth Certificate
- Child's Medi-Cal number (if applicable)
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Immunization Requirements for Preschool Students:
Type Requirement Polio 3 doses required DTP 4 doses required MMR 1 dose on or after first birthday IS REQUIRED 1 HIB 1 HIB on or after the first IS REQUIRED, regardless of any HIB doses given before the first birthday until 5 years old HEP B 3 doses required Varicela 1 dose required/unless child has had verified disease PPD A TB clearance. MUST HAVE AT THE TIME OF ENROLLMENT. -
Preschool Volunteer Requirements:
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All About Infant/Toddler Care
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Immunization Requirements for Preschool Students:
Type
Requirement
Polio
3 doses required
DTP
4 doses required
MMR
1 dose on or after first birthday IS REQUIRED
1 HIB
1 HIB on or after the first IS REQUIRED, regardless of any HIB doses given before the first birthday until 5 years old
HEP B
3 doses required
Varicela
1 dose required/unless child has had verified disease
PPD
A TB clearance. MUST HAVE AT THE TIME OF ENROLLMENT.
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Program Highlights:
- A comprehensive early education program focusing on physical, cognitive and social-emotional growth of the child.
- Emphasis on language and literacy, emergent mathematical and scientific thinking.
- Child-centered curriculum
- Parent Education Activities
- Availability of counselors and nursing services
- Breakfast or lunch provided daily
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Ages of Children:
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Your child’s birthday must be between December 3, 2015 to December 1, 2017. If your child turns 3 after December 1, they must wait until their 3rd birthday to start preschool.
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Your Child Will:
- Learn to share and get along with other children.
- Learn to follow directions.
- Acquire language experiences through stories, art, music, and drama.
- Acquire math concepts through counting, measuring, waterplay, and grouping.
- Acquire science and social studies concepts through experiments and art.
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Who Can be in the Program?
- Promote self-esteem by exposing children to a multicultural curriculum.
- Enhance the child's physical, social, cognitive and emotional development.
- Develop creativity and self-expression.
- Develop independence by allowing children to make their own choices.
- Encourage problem solving by providing a variety of learning experiences.
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How Much Does it Cost?
The State Preschool Program is funded by a state grant. The grant requires the district to prioritize family needs according to income. The program is free to eligible families.
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Documentation Required:
- Proof of Family Income
- Proof of Family Address
- Child's Immunization Record
- Child's Physical
- Child's Birth Certificate
- Child's Medi-Cal number (if applicable)
- Preschool Enrollment Packet
- State Preschool Application
- State Preschool Supplemental Forms
- Mandatory Documentation ~ See Checklist
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Infant/Toddler Child Care Center Locations:
- Tinker Tots (6 Weeks to 2 Years Old)
District Office, Building #39
7:30 am - 4:30 pm - Gateway (2 to 3 Year Olds)
District Office, Building #40
7:30 am - 4:30 pm
- Tinker Tots (6 Weeks to 2 Years Old)
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Contact:
Fontana Unified School District Early Education Department (909) 357-5000, ext. 29226.
