North Carolina, Charlotte – Parents of children turning four years old who reside in Mecklenburg County can now apply to enter pre-kindergarten with “MECK Pre-K” for the 2023-2024 school calendar.
“MECK Pre-K”, a free, high-quality education program open to all children who are four years old as of August 31, 2023, who will be eligible to enter preschool education for the first time.
According to MECK Pre-K, space is limited. Families are encouraged to apply for pre-K enrollment as soon as possible.
According to the page “as “MECK Pre-K” enters its sixth year, the program will welcome more than 1800 new children and families.”
Classrooms are located in 47 licensed child development centers and are taught by licensed teachers and teacher assistants.
MECK Pre-K is administered by Mecklenburg County Smart Start and funded by Mecklenburg County.
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¿Why it is important to enroll children in pre Kindergarten in Mecklenburg?
Participation in MECK Pre-K fosters the development of the whole child through the following:
Mathematical and scientific thinking: Children develop research and problem-solving skills through daily hands-on exploration of real materials. They are encouraged to formulate problems, ask questions, seek solutions, and report findings.
Joy of learning: Children develop a love of learning and self-confidence through activities such as music, art, using engaging and age-appropriate technology. Also through drama, role-playing and vigorous outdoor play. All of these enhance the curriculum and help children become capable learners.
Social and emotional skills: Children are nurtured and guided to develop self-regulation, effective communication techniques, positive behaviors. As well as the ability to form and maintain social relationships with adults and other children.
Language and Literacy Skills: Children will have daily opportunities for language and literacy development and enrichment through book readings, print-rich environments, letter and word recognition activities and games, and word games such as rhyming and sound identification. of letters.
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To apply online or learn more about application requirements, you can visit the “MECK Pre-K”.
Interested parties who are unable to apply online are encouraged to email: info@MECKPreK.org. You can also call: 704-368-3370 to schedule an appointment to submit your pre-K enrollment application in person.
MECK Pre-K staff can also be contacted at: 704-943-9585.
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