Kindergarten & PreK Registration is Open
- Kindergarten Registration is here! HCPSS kindergarten is a full-day program. Registration for the 2025-2026 school year begins March 3, 2025. Children must be 5 years old by September 1, 2025 to enroll in kindergarten. Every eligible child must be enrolled in a kindergarten program this fall or have an approved waiver form. Waiver forms will be available in March. Additional information regarding Kindergarten registration may be found here. Please call our front office 410-313-7610 with any questions or clarifications about the Kindergarten registration process.
- The HCPSS Pre-K Program is accepting applications for the 2025-2026 school year! The Pre-K Program is offered at no cost to families that qualify and is made available to eligible children in all attendance areas. Children must be four years old on or before September 1, 2025, to be considered for fall 2025 enrollment and must also meet the eligibility criteria. Families who are interested in applying should submit their completed application along with the required documentation to hcpss_pk@hcpss.org or to their local elementary school. Please visit the HCPSS' Pre-K Program website for an application, information about the program, and eligibility criteria. If you have additional questions about the program, please contact the Office of Early Childhood Programs at 410-313-6836.
- Don't Wait for Summer to Address Developmental Concerns - If you have concerns about your child's development, whether it's their speech, motor skills, social skills or learning, it's important to act now. Waiting until the summer for a referral can delay crucial support that your child may need before starting kindergarten. Contact us today to schedule a screening. Let's work together to ensure your child has the best possible start in kindergarten! Call 410-313-7610 or email ChildFind@hcpss.org
