Pre-K Program Frequently Asked Questions Can I pay for my child to attend Pre-K? No. We do not provide a tuition based program. ​ Can I apply for Pre-K on site at Petal Primary School? No. The Pre-K application is only ​ available online. You must have a google email to complete application. Can my child attend Pre-K at the age of five if I choose to start him/her in Kindergarten at six? No. Only four-year-old children may participate in the Petal Primary ​ School Pre-K. Can my child sign up for Pre-K if I currently live outside the district but plan to move there soon? No. You must live in the Petal School District at the time of requesting ​ enrollment in the Pre-K program to qualify. How are students selected for Pre-K? The general education students will be chosen ​ based on a universal screener. All students will be given an early learning screener. The general education students will serve as peer models for students with disabilities. The IEP committees will meet on each four year old with a special education eligibility to determine which students would benefit from participation in the program and develop specific IEP goals based on the needs of the students. How many students are accepted into the Pre-K program? Our Pre-K program is limited ​ to 20 students. 40-50% must have an IEP and 50-60% must be general education students. How old does my child have to be for Pre-K? A child must be four years old by September ​ 1, 2020. Is my child guaranteed a spot in the Petal Primary Pre-K program if we register online early? No. The general education students will be chosen based on a universal ​ screener. All students will be given an early learning screener. The general education students will serve as peer models for students with disabilities. The IEP committees will meet on each four year old with a special education eligibility to determine which students would benefit from participation in the program and develop specific IEP goals based on the needs of the students. Is Pre-K available for students with disabilities? Yes. The IEP committees will meet on ​ each four year old with a special education eligibility to determine which students would benefit from participation in the program and develop specific IEP goals based on the needs of the students. 40-50% of students attending the Petal Primary Pre-K will have a current IEP. Is there a specific curriculum used in Pre-K? Yes. PPS follows the Mississippi Early ​ Learning Guidelines for four-year-olds. My child does not turn four until after September 1. Can my child attend Petal Primary Pre-K? Students must be four years old by September 1, 2020, in order to be ​ eligible for our Pre-K program this upcoming fall. My child was placed on the waitlist. Is it possible that he/she might still get in? Yes, ​ Petal Primary Pre-K maintains a waiting list throughout the school year and will fill slots as they become available. What are the hours of the Pre-K program? The Pre-K will follow normal school hours. Our ​ doors open at 7:00am and we start dismissal around 2:15pm. What can I expect on the interview/screening day? Teachers screen all students who ​ apply for the Pre-K at Petal Primary. Parents and guardians bring their children to the school and wait while teachers assess the children. What immunizations are required for Pre-K students? Click Here ​ When will I find out if my child has been accepted into the Pre-K program? Parents ​ will be notified by mail of their child's selection. Letters will be mailed on April 6, 2020. Parent/Legal Guardian must call and accept the invitation no later than April 17, 2020. Why must each child go through an interview/screening? The general education ​ students will serve as peer models for students with disabilities. The screening process will assist in identifying model students. Will my child have to wear a uniform? Yes. All Pre-K students at Petal Primary follow the ​ K-6 dress code. This can be found in the school handbook. Will I have to pay a registration fee? Yes. The registration fee for Pre-K is $25. This will ​ be paid at summer registration Will I have to provide school supplies? Yes. The school supply list will be listed on the ​ school website as we get closer to the start of the 2020-2021 school year. .