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Preschool Programs In Big Bear Region Seeking Students

2010-08-13

BIG BEAR LAKE - Enrollment is now being accepted for state-funded preschool programs in the Big Bear Lake area operated by the San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools for low-income families who cannot afford to send their children to preschool.

The preschools at Big Bear State Preschool at Big Bear Elementary, North Shore at Big Bear Lake and Baldwin Lane at Sugarloaf offer comprehensive child development programs and hold classes three hours per weekday, which began on Aug. 3. To get on an eligibility list, contact KidsNCare's Centralized Eligibility List at (800) 722-1091.

Eligibility for the programs is based on income that will be determined on a sliding scale. A family of three with a monthly gross income of $3,769 or less would meet the eligibility requirements, as would a family of six with a gross income of $5,528. Those enrolling their children do not have to be employed.

There are morning and afternoon classes with lunch provided for both sessions. Students need to be 4 years old by Dec. 2 of the school year to receive first priority. Students need to be 3 years old by Dec. 2 of the school year to receive second priority.

Parents with children attending the preschool will be encouraged to volunteer in the classroom. For more information, contact the County Schools' State Preschool program at (909) 777-0776.