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The Preschool for All program is a high quality program that brings together qualified staff, a proven curriculum and parent involvement to help prepare children for success in school. The Harlem School District is fortunate to have 360 seats to provide preschool services for children meeting program requirements.
Funded by the Illinois State Board of Education, Preschool for All programs are typically half day and follow the District calendar, with some minor modifications. You will find both our District and Early Childhood school calendars here. Preschool for All helps children develop the skills they need to succeed in school and later in life. Programs have been designed to meet the learning and developmental needs of children aged 3-5. There is no cost to parents.
A free developmental screening is available for children ages 3-5 who live in the Harlem School District. This screening is used to determine progress in learning, development, and to decide if additional assessment is necessary.
These screenings allow us to determine strengths and any potential developmental difficulties in your child, as well as identify which children are eligible and may benefit from our At-Risk, Preschool For All Grant Funded Program. Children are screened for developmental growth in the areas of motor, cognitive thinking, speech/language, and social development. Family and health history factors are also reviewed.
Our early childhood program is limited to 360 seats, so at this time, we do not offer an open enrollment pre-school program within the Harlem School District. Students will be determined if they are eligible for the program through our screening process.
Click here for more information regarding preschool screening.
Prevention Initiative: Prenatal to Three Home Visiting Program
Prevention Initiative: Prenatal to Three Home Visiting Program
The mission of the Prevention Initiative Program in the Harlem School District is to guide children ages birth to three to become successful lifelong learners by fostering positive relationships among children, their families, the school, and the community.
The BabyTALK Home Visit Program is a free program provided by the Prevention Initiative Grant for Harlem School District residents. It provides services to families who are expecting a new baby or have children under the age of three years old. Services include in home support and information for families that can help their child's learning, development and success in school.
Services provided during home visits using our BabyTALK model:
In home activities and information that promote positive parent-child interaction, bonding, and attachment
Ideas and activities that stimulate the child's learning and development
Referral to appropriate services (when needed) for developmental delays
Writing family goals and assistance in achieving those goals
Linking families to appropriate community resources
Information to support home management skills
Developmental screenings
For more information or to see if you would qualify for these services, please contact our Prevention Initiative Specialists: 815-654-4559 ext. 1845 or email PI@harlem122.org.
Click here for more information regarding our Family Support Specialists
D Schneider
Carrie Colvin
Melissa Johnson
Rebekah Stout
Andrea Lomas
Kristi Nachreiner
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