The Pascagoula-Gautier Early Learning Collaborative Pre-K Program encompasses current child development principles and milestones, which shapes the curriculum and learning environment. Classroom instruction is organized around learning centers. Our centers are geared toward opportunities for problem-solving, decision-making, questioning, discovering and evaluation. Teachers also utilized the Early Learning Guidelines for Classrooms Serving Three- and Four-Year old Children from the Mississippi Department of Education to plan lessons that are developmentally appropriate and provide instruction and lessons geared toward kindergarten readiness. The Pascagoula-Gautier School District's Pre-Kindergarten Program serves those student who have the greatest academic need.
Our goal is to prepare children for kindergarten while also establishing the foundation for future learning and skill acquisition.
The program strives to help children:
increase competence and skills in reading, writing, listening, thinking and speaking.
achieve intellectual growth
develop a positive self-concept
increase competence in dealing with emotional feelings and social situations
increase competence in self-direction and independence
develop cooperative, trusting relationships
develop his/her natural curiosity and creative potential
enlarge his/her world of people, experiences, and ideas
Who can attend the PGSD Pre-K Classes?
Children who are four years old by September 1st of the school year may register for Pre-K. After registration, each child will participate in a screening process. Based upon the results of the screening process, those children with the most need will be selected to participate in the Pre-K program.
When is registration for Pre-K?
Registration for Pre-K begins March 10, 2025. Please call Student Services at 228-938-6491 for more information.
Where are the Pre-K Classes located.
In Pascagoula:
Arlington Elementary
Central Elementary
Cherokee Elementary
Eastlawn Elementary
In Gautier:
Gautier Elementary
Martin Bluff Elementary