Pre-Kindergarten is not a mandatory program. However, if your child qualifies and is enrolled, he/she is subject to compulsory attendance law.
Your child must attend school each day school is in session.
Information below is for the 2023-2024 School Year
Our Pre-K4 program is FREE for children that are eligible. Child must be four years old on or before September 1, 2023 and meet at least one of the requirements listed HERE.
BISD will also offer tuition-based Pre-K4 for four year old students that don't meet the qualifications for district-supported Pre-K after ALL qualified students have been accounted for.
The tuition fee will be $20 per day school is in session. CALL 325-854-1400 EXT 309 to speak to the Elementary principal for more information.
Immunization Requirements for Pre-K4
Pre-K4 2023-2024 Enrollment Instructions
Please complete the "Pre-K4 Enrollment/Eligibility Questionnaire" (even if you think you do not qualify) to determine if your child qualifies for Pre-Kindergarten based on the federal eligibility requirements. DO NOT ENROLL using our ParentPortal Online Enrollment program at this time. After the Pre-K4 Enrollment/Eligibility Questionnaire" is submitted, you will be contacted through the email address and/or the phone number you provide in the questionnaire with further instructions on enrolling your child at Baird ISD for Pre-K4.
CLICK HERE for the Pre-K4 Enrollment/Eligibility Questionnaire
Have the following Required Documents ready to bring to the Baird Elementary Office when instructed to do so:
Child’s Original Birth Certificate
Current Proof of Residency (electric bill, water bill, or lease agreement. BISD will not accept cable or phone bill)
Immunization Records
Child’s Original Social Security Card
Parent/Guardian valid/unexpired government issued photo id, such as passport, driver’s license or state ID.
If you have questions, please contact the Baird Elementary Office at 325-854-1400 Ext 308
In order to qualify for FREE Pre-K4 at Baird ISD, a student must be 4 years old on or before September 1, 2023 and meet at least one of the following requirements:
Unable to speak and comprehend the English language
Income eligible based on current NSLP income eligibility guidelines
Click HERE to use the Income Eligibility Calculator
Proof of Income:
Active SNAP or TANF Benefits Letter (EDG # required)
12 most recent pay stubs for each job and for each person employed or 2022 Tax Return
If self-employed: most recent tax form 1040
SSI, Social Security, Child Support, other
Homeless
Foster care
Child of an active duty member of the US armed forces
Child of a member of the US armed forces who was injured or killed while serving on active duty
Child of a person eligible for the Star of Texas Award as a peace officer, a firefighter, or an emergency medical first-responder
If you have questions, please contact the Baird Elementary Office at 325-854-1400 Ext 308
