Pre-K Counts program slated at C-L district

From staff reports

Jefferson-Clarion Head Start has received funding to open a new PA Pre-K Counts classroom in collaboration with the Clarion-Limestone School District.

The new classroom in the C-L district will provide preschool services to 15 children ages 3 and 4, beginning this school year.

Transportation will be provided by the school district for any 4-year-old children enrolled, however, children 3 years of age must be transported by a parent or guardian.

The class consists of a six-hour day five days a week for 180 classroom days each year. Students attending will receive breakfast and lunch as part of their day.

Families whose income is 100 percent to 300 percent above the federal poverty guidelines – or a family of four earning less than $72,000 a year – are eligible to receive free Pre-K Counts services. Other factors may be used to determine priorities for selection in the program.

The Jefferson-Clarion Pre-K Counts Program is funded by the PA Office of Child Development and Early Learning.

Applications for 2018-2019 enrollment may be obtained by calling (888) 623-7735 or (800) 628-6150. Applications also may be completed at www.jcheadstart.com.