About the VPK Program

Interested in offering a Voluntary Prekindergarten program? Learn more about what is required and how to get started.

Benefits of being a VPK Provider

Support the families you serve by providing access to free, high-quality prekindergarten.

Educators and directors can take advantage of professional development
and training opportunities on topics aligned with best practices for early childhood education.

Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) observations are provided to
measure quality child-teacher interactions that guide professional development strategies.

Progress Monitoring tool measures student progress in meeting age-appropriate expectations in early literacy and math skills.

Workforce and funding are offered exclusively to providers contracted with the ELC.