Pre-Kindergarten Academy

Did you know that children who participate in high-quality early learning are more likely to enter kindergarten prepared to succeed? Apply today to set your child up with the best possible start.

Contact

Pre-K Administrative Office
Midland College Main Campus
Admin Portable Building 1
(432) 685-6809
prekacademy@midland.edu

2021-22 Academic Calendar (pdf)

Children and instructor in MC's Pre-K Academy

Program Overview

It is the mission of this program to provide quality, developmentally appropriate, early childhood education to children ages three through five, preparing them for success in kindergarten. This program examines the needs of the children, families, school district, and community we serve.

Accessible and Affordable

Our goal is to make quality preschool affordable for all. Our classrooms are high-quality and use an evidence-based, state approved curriculum that promotes culturally responsive, engaging, and nurturing adult/child interactions in quality learning environments.

Equitable

Our goal is to eliminate the disproportionate kindergarten readiness gap. Our program supports the needs of all children through student-focused coaching, ongoing curriculum training and data analysis.

The Pre-K Academy serves children who are state Pre-K AND CCS eligible and tuition paying students. Slots will be filled by lottery.

Program Details

Goals

Program Goals

Provide a safe, healthy, and stimulating physical environment
Consider the developmental needs and interests of each child, as well as the needs and interests of the group
Offer a curriculum that focuses on the process of learning rather than the finished product
Provide an environment that encourages each child to develop responsibility and independence
Encourage the acquisition and use of problem solving skills
Offer opportunities to grow in creativity, discovery, and academic areas including STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math)
Help children learn to express him/herself in a variety of socially acceptable ways
Provide opportunity to enhance the child’s self esteem
Encourage parent/guardian involvement and support the family as their child’s first teacher

Pre-K Details

Accept children three and four years old by September 1st of current year
School Calendar: Monday through Friday, 7:45 am – 3:15 pm (follows compulsory attendance laws)
Before School Care: 7 – 7:45 am
After School Care: 3:15 – 5:30 pm
Non-School days: 7:00 am to 5:30 pm
Located at the MC Main Campus, next to the PE building

Eligibility Criteria

The child must meet at least ONE of the eligibility criteria identified by the Texas Education Agency. State eligibility criteria are listed below:

Child is educationally disadvantaged (eligible to participate in the National School Lunch Program, receive SNAP/TANF/Medicaid, household income within 185% of Federal Poverty Guidelines, etc); or
Child of an active duty member of the military, including the reserves; or injured, missing or killed while serving on active duty; or
Child is unable to speak and comprehend the English language (as determined by language assessment); or
Child currently or previously in conservatorship of Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (foster care); or
Child/family is homeless (fit the definition of homeless as defined by the United States); or
Child of a person eligible for the Star of Texas Award as a peace officer, fire fighter or emergency medical first responder.

Required Documents

Birth Certificate
Social Security Card
Current Record of Immunization
Proof of Address (1 of these):
- Utility Bill (gas, water, electric)
- Home/Lease contract
- Affidavit

As Applicable

Income documentation for all members of household (2 months’ worth)
Military documentation
TANF/SNAP documentation
Documentation of custody
- Legal orders,
- Power of attorney,
- TDFPS foster care

How to Apply

STEP 1 - PICK UP APPLICATION PACKET

Pick up a Pre-K Charter Application Packet at the Pre-K Administrative Office.

Open Monday-Thursday from 9am - 3pm
Located at:

Midland College Main Campus
3600 N. Garfield
Admin Portable Building 1
(432) 685-6809
prekacademy@midland.edu

STEP 2 - SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT

When you stop by to pick up your packet, schedule a Return Appointment Date Time to submit required documents and completed application.

STEP 3 - RETURN ALL DOCUMENTATION

Return to the Pre-K Administrative Office at your agreed upon date & time with documentation and application.

Related Resources

Midland Development Corporation

Partial funding provided by the Midland Development Corporation. The Midland Development Corporation’s mission is to promote and advance opportunities that enhance and diversify the strength and stability of the Midland economy.

The Midland College Pre-Kindergarten Academy is a public comprehensive school operated by Midland College designed to provide and expand early childhood educational offerings for Midland residents.

Midland Development Corporation