FAQ
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How do I register?
For PreK registration steps, click here.
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Does Irving ISD offer PreK for 3-year-olds?
Starting August 2020, Irving ISD will offer half-day PreK for 3-year-olds who qualify for the program at the early childhood schools. Spots are limited.
Jumpstart the process by pre-registering online beginning March 1 and completing the registration process by taking required documents to the early childhood schools starting April 1.
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Does Irving ISD offer PreK for 4-year-olds?
Irving ISD currently offers free and tuition-based full-day PreK for four-year-olds at all elementary schools and early childhood schools.
Qualifying four-year-olds can also attend full-day PreK through Head Start at the early childhood schools.
Online pre-registration will begin in March 1 and registration will begin at the schools on April 1.
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Does Irving ISD charge tuition for PreK?
For students who qualify for PreK, there is no tuition charge; however, the district does offer a tuition-based option for four-year-olds who who do not qualify for free PreK. The average weekly tuition rate is $100 and is due on the first day of each month.
To see eligibility requirements, visit the Eligibility page.
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What are the hours for PreK?
Half-day PreK for 3-year-olds:
- Morning Session: 7:45 - 10:45 AM (Doors open at 7:15 AM)
- Afternoon Session: 12:15 - 3:15 PM (Lunch is served from 11:45 AM - 12:15 PM)
Full-day PreK for 4-year-olds:
- Tuition-Based: 7:45 AM - 3:15 PM (Doors open at 7:15 AM. After-school care is provided until 5:30 PM)
- Head Start: 7:45 AM - 3:15 PM (Doors open at 7:15 AM)
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Is PreK mandatory?
PreK is not mandatory.
For students enrolled in PreK, attendance is required. PreK students are subject to compulsory school attendance rules while they are enrolled in school.
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What do students learn in PreK?
Irving ISD follows the State of Texas' PreK curriculum guidelines, which include oral language development, early literacy, mathematics, science, social studies, fine arts, personal, social and physical development.
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Does Irving ISD provide transportation?
Irving ISD currently provides transportation to the three early childhood schools. Click here for the transportation routes. There is no transportation provided for those students on a transfer.
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Does Irving ISD allow transfers for PreK?
Families who live within Irving ISD boundaries may submit a transfer request for PreK. Transfers for out-of-district families are currently unavailable – unless you are an Irving ISD employee. Only district employees can submit an out-of-district transfer request for PreK.
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When does my child have to turn 3-years-old or 4-years-old to enroll in the program?
Your child must be 3-years-old to qualify for 3-year-old PreK for the 2020-2021 school year or 4 years-old by September 1. We do not make exceptions for the birth date.
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Do children of military personnel qualify for PreK?
Children of active duty military personnel now qualify for PreK services. This includes:
- Active duty, uniformed members of the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force or Coast Guard
- Activated/Mobilized uniformed members of the Texas National Guard or Activated /Mobilized members of the reserves
- Children of military personnel who were killed or injured while on active duty also qualify for PK services.
The parent or guardian must verify military membership by presenting a Department of Defense photo ID, an official letter from a commander, Department of Defense death certificate form, or Purple Heart citation.
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If my child does not meet the eligibility requirements, may my child still attend PreK in Irving ISD?
If your child is 4-years-old by September 1, he or she may attend our excellent tuition-based PreK program at one of the three early childhood schools for $100 a week. For more information concerning our tuition-based PreK, click here.
