Welcome
Instructional Vision: Ford ELC is committed to providing high quality instruction that is equitable, intentional, relevant, focused, and standards-aligned to each student in our community ensuring the academic achievement and social emotional growth of every student.
Cultural Vision: At Ford ELC, our staff believes in building respectful relationships, presuming positive intent, and ensuring an equitable, thriving and safe school atmosphere. Through collaboration between staff and our community we create a welcoming, transparent and respectful environment where every student, family and staff is accepted and valued.
2440 Clark Road
Ypsilanti, MI 48198
Phone: 734-221-1800
Fax: 734-221-1803
Kindergarten Round-up Choices
YCS Preschool and Kindergarten Age Eligibility Guidelines 2024-2025
YCS Preschool and Kindergarten Age Eligibility Guidelines
2024-2025 School Year
Welcome to Ypsilanti Community Schools Preschool and Kindergarten Programs. We look forward to getting to know you and your family. The information below will assist you in the registration process.
Preschool
Eligibility: Age 3 by December 1st, 2024
· DOB Eligibility: 12/1/2020 through 11/30/2021
Eligibility: Age 4 by December 1st, 2024
· DOB Eligibility: 12/1/2019 through 11/30/2020
Link to Preschool Interest Form
Our preschool program focuses on the social, emotional and academic needs of the Three and Four-year-old child. Our teaching staff provides developmentally appropriate activities in Math, Science, Reading and Writing. Your child will learn Kindergarten Readiness skills and help build a solid foundation for success in his/her educational journey.
Young Fives
Young Fives is a two-year program designed for children turning 5 years old between June 1 and December 1st.
· DOB Eligibility: 6/1/2019 through 12/1/2019
The program provides a strong foundation for future success in all areas of learning. Children are taught with hands-on materials, songs, and games. They are assessed by observation and work samples. Upon completion of the two-year program, children enter first grade.
Students who turn 5 after August 31st should enroll in the preschool program.
Kindergarten
Eligibility: According to Michigan Compiled Law under MCL 380.1147 and 388.1606 enrollment age for incoming kindergarten students are as follows:
· Students must turn 5 by September 1, 2024.
· DOB Eligibility: 12/1/2018 through 9/1/2019
Exceptions Provided for Kindergarten Enrollment Age
If a child is not 5 years of age by September 1st, but will be 5 not later than December 1st. Kindergarten Waiver Request form must be submitted prior to beginning school.
A school district that receives this written notification may make a recommendation to the parent or legal guardian that the child is not ready to enroll in kindergarten due to the child's age or other factors. The school will work with the parent/guardian to make the best placement decision for your child.
Ypsilanti Community Schools now has virtual tours of all district school buildings! These tours will allow families to see what each building looks like and is a unique way of learning more about each school's educational programs!
Enjoy the virtual tour experience!
Apply now for the 2024 - 2025 School Year
Ford STEAM ELC Applications Link
- Link to Ford STEAM ELC Enrollment Form
- Preschool Student Link: Link to Preschool Information
Ford Facebook Page
Have you heard? Free Quality Preschool
University of Michigan Engineering STEM Activities
University of Michigan STEM Activities
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Join University of Michigan engineering students on Sunday, November 17, 2024, for a free, fun, hands on module where students will get to program their own sphero ball. We welcome all interested students from 3rd to 5th grade!
Discover Scouting
Pack 283 Join Scouting Night
Wednesday, September 25, 2024, 7-8pm
Estabrook Elementary School Caféteria, 1555 W. Cross St, Ypsilanti
Our Pack is open to boys and girls in grades kindergarten–5th grades.
See attached flyer for more information.
Ford STEAM Early Learning Center
Grade Levels
Preschool - Kindergarten - 1st Grade
School Hours
Kindergarten & 1st Full Day
Early Childhood Special Education
Full Day
8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Half Day
8:30 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Preschool
Full Day
8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Half Day
8:30 a.m. - 11:45 a.m
Paul Garrett
Director of Dining Services
734-221-1024
Join Us For Breakfast
Guaranteeing that students receive nutritious meals is an essential part of fostering education and overall well-being.
Instructional Vision: Ford ELC is committed to providing high quality instruction that is equitable, intentional, relevant, focused, and standards-aligned to each student in our community ensuring the academic achievement and social emotional growth of every student.
Cultural Vision: At Ford ELC, our staff believes in building respectful relationships, presuming positive intent, and ensuring an equitable, thriving and safe school atmosphere. Through collaboration between staff and our community we create a welcoming, transparent and respectful environment where every student, family and staff is accepted and valued.
