Pre-K Expansion Grant
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The Pre-K Expansion Grant is a free preschool education program designed to prepare young children, ages 3 and 4, for success in elementary school and beyond.
Kids Maryland Child Services (KidsMCS) has been awarded this MSDE/Federal grant for the 2024-2025 school year, allowing us to offer:
Free Pre-K education from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm with lunch included. 🍎
Extended Program: we also offer an extended program before and after school hours, which can be covered by CCS or WPA vouchers if you qualify for those programs. 🕒
Where will the children attend?
Children will attend the Page Child Center
Location: 1300 Tamarack Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20904 (Inside William Tyler Page ES)
Who Can Apply?
Children who turn 3 or 4 years old before September 1, 2024.
Must meet the eligibility requirements.
Eligibility Requirements
Families will need to submit the following documentation:
Child's birth certificate - The child must be 3 or 4 years old on or before September 1, 2024. 📅
Photo identification of both parents/legal guardians and court documentation of custody (if applicable). 🆔
Child's current immunization record. 💉
Two proofs of residency:
Current property tax bill (if homeowner). 🏠
Current lease (if renter). 🏢
Current utility bill with name and address of resident. 📄
Proof of temporary cash assistance or SSI. 💵
Notarized Shared Housing Disclosure Form (MCPS Form 33-5-74). 📝
Family income verification (including all persons working or receiving income in the household):
2023 tax returns, including the two most recent pay stubs. 💲
W-2 forms. 🧾
If self-employed: submit Schedule C (profit and loss from business) and Form 1099. 📊
If unemployed: submit Maryland state unemployment letter. 📩
Special education services (if applicable):
Individualized Education Program (IEP)
Proof of guardianship or foster care
Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP)
504 Plan 📚
Child Care Subsidy/Working Parents Assistance voucher (if applicable). 🎟️
Income Eligibility Chart 💲
To qualify for the Pre-K Expansion Grant, your total household income must be at or below 300% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL).
The income limits are as follows:
For a household of 2: $61,320
For a household of 3: $77,480
For a household of 4: $93,600
For a household of 5: $109,740
For a household of 6: $125,880
For a household of 7: $142,020
For a household of 8: $158,160
Why Choose KidsMcs?
50 years of experience dedicated to the care and education of children. 👶📚
Accredited by the Maryland State Department of Education. 🏅
Certified teachers and experienced staff. 👩🏫
Contact Us
If you have any questions, please contact us so we can assist you.
📞 (240) 644-9295
📧 info@mdchildservices.org