Early Childhood

The District 54 Early Childhood Department offers services for children from birth through 5 in a variety of locations.

Parent-Paid Preschool

Serves children ages 3 to 5 who are progressing at a rate typical for their age. Call Collins School at (847) 357-6100 or Aldrin School at (847) 357-5400 to enroll students in the Parent-Paid preschool program for the 2011-12 school year.

Preschool For All – Pre-K At-Risk

Serves children who are not progressing at a rate anticipated for potential success in kindergarten due to one or more at-risk variables. This program is funded by the Illinois State Board of Education Early Childhood Block Grant. Call (847) 357-5213.

Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE)

Serves children ages 3 to 5 experiencing difficulty in one or more areas and has been identified as having a disability. Call (847) 357-5062 for more information.

Family Involvement Nurturing Development

FIND is a parental support program for families with infants through preschoolers including workshops, literacy development, story time, playgroups, toy and book lending libraries, home visits and special events. For more information, read our FIND Brochure. Please contact Joy Schroeder at (847) 357-5213.

Preschool For All – Prevention Initiative 0-3

Offers adult education and parent-child interaction opportunities through classes, workshops and home visits. Families with children who are 0 to 3 years of age must meet special at-risk criteria. Please contact Joy Schroeder at (847) 357-5213 for further information.

Contact

To request a screening for a child, call (847) 357-5062 for ages 0 to 3 and call (847) 357-5213 for ages 3 to 5.

Jennifer Mursu
Early Childhood Director

Dyanne Frey
Early Childhood Secretary
847 357-5062

Joy Schroeder
Screening Coordinator
847 357-5213