NC Pre-K
About the NC Pre-K Program
Quality preschool opportunities benefit communities by decreasing retention and dropouts, and by improving overall student achievement.
Program Eligibility
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4 years old by August 31, 2024.
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A resident of Dare County.
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Eligibility is determined by parent's income level and other risk factors.
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Official pre-K registration for the 2024-2025 school year will open April 8, 2024.
Program Contacts
Caitlin Spruill
Elementary Director
252-480-8888 extension: 1954
Deanie Midgett
Administrative Assistant
252-480-8888 extension: 1904
Application questions should be directed to the Central Office at 252-480-8888 extension: 1954.
Pre-K Applications Now Open for 2024-2025
If your child meets the eligibility requirements and you would like to apply for NC Pre-K, use the button below to download the application. Please note that your child must be 4 years-old on or before August 31, 2024 to be eligible.
DOWNLOAD APPLICATION
Submit application
Due to confidentiality concerns, applications will not be accepted electronically. All required documents must be attached in order for your child’s application to be processed. Please complete the application by May 20, 2024. Return the completed application with all required documents to Dare County Schools Central Office or any elementary school in-person or mail to:
Dare County Schools
Post Office Box 1508
Nags Head, North Carolina 27959
Need Assistance?
For additional information, or to schedule an appointment for help in filling out the application, contact Dare County Schools’ NC Pre-K Coordinator, Tricia Nicewonger at nicewongertr@daretolearn.org or 252-480-8880 ext. 1893.