Registration is now open for families who wish to enroll their children in summer Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) classes. To qualify students must be five years old by September 1st and have not have already accessed a VPK program.
The summer VPK program aids in helping children and families transition smoothly to kindergarten. VPK provides children with access to high-quality early learning experiences and makes learning fun! Teachers will introduce children to language, literature, and social skills in a play-based environment.
The summer program for incoming kindergartners is taught by certified teachers with a focus on school readiness and social and emotional well-being. Classes are from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. June 10th through July 29th at:
Early Childhood Learning Center
3650 Michigan Ave.
Fort Myers, FL 33916
Limited transportation is provided to some students.
To register, families must first apply for a VPK Voucher through the Early Learning Coalition online at www.elcofswfl.org or in person by appointment only at 2675 Winkler Ave. in Fort Myers. Then families need to bring the voucher, receipt of enrollment in kindergarten, child’s birth certificate and proof of address to the Early Learning Childhood Center at 3650 Michigan Ave. in Fort Myers.
Summer VPK seats are limited and available on a first come, first served basis.