Project BEGIN Preschool Screenings Scheduled at School District 157-C

Frankfort School District 157-C will hold screenings for eligibility in its state-funded preschool program, Project BEGIN. 

The program is for children between the ages of 3 and 5 who exhibit a delay in one or more of the following areas: cognitive, communication, motor skills and/or social skills, or who because of environmental or family circumstances, have not had an opportunity to be exposed to and/or involved in school readiness or developmental activities.   

The following considerations are also taken into account when determining eligibility for enrollment in this program: physical needs of the child, parenting/home environment and personal family history.

Project BEGIN gives a child the opportunity to experience the gift of learning while making new friends. Through this program, your child will expand his/her creativity through play, educationally appropriate activities, field trips and hands-on experiences.

District 157-C will hold screenings on May 16 and May 23 at Grand Prairie Elementary School, 10480 W. Nebraska St. in Frankfort.  There is no fee for the evaluation or for the preschool program if your child qualifies.  Children must be at least 3 years old on the screening date and not have turned 5 years old by Sept. 1 to be considered for the current school year.  You must provide proof of residency in Frankfort School District 157-C to be eligible for the program. 

If you would like your child to be evaluated for this program, call the Grand Prairie office at 815-469-3366 to make an appointment.