Universal Pre-K Information 2025/26

  • 2025-26:

    • The program is contingent upon the availability of New York State Universal Pre-K funds for all Lewiston-Porter children who will turn 4 years of age (but not 5 years) by Dec. 1, 2025.
    • Eligible students must have a birthday between December 1, 2020-November 30, 2021.
    • Pre-Kindergarten students will attend a full day of school Monday through Friday, beginning at 8:50 a.m., with dismissal at 3:20 p.m.
    • There is no charge to enroll your child in this program.
    • Bus transportation for students (4+) is available. Students will be bussed home at school dismissal.

    Application Process

    The application for the 25-26 school year will open on March 24, 2025.

     

    The application will be available until April 11, 2025.

     

    There are a limited number of spots available.

     

    You will receive an email notification within two weeks of the deadline for applications notifying you of acceptance or the date of a lottery.

     

    2025-2026 UPK Application

     

    Registration Process

    Accepted Student Registration will open on May 1st. Please wait to hear from the YMCA about your application status before completing the registration paperwork. Even though you've completed an application, you still MUST register your child with the district.

     

    1. Follow this link for information about new student registration. You'll learn what documentation and information is required before completing the registration form. 

    2. Click here to access our online UPK registration form.  At this time, we urge you to register using the online registration form. However, if this is not possible, please contact the registrar's office at 716-286-7265.

    3. The following documents are required:

    • Immunization Record (View a list of required vaccines). It is required to provide the school nurse with an updated immunization form and health examination form (see next bullet point) within TWO WEEKS of the student starting school. Please click here to view a quick fact sheet regarding new legislation surrounding vaccination and non-medical exemptions. 
    • Home Language Questionnaire: English, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, Arabic, Bengali, Russian
    • Evidence of physical examination performed within 12 months prior to the entrance date. You may use a signed health appraisal form completed by a healthcare provider who is licensed in New York State or the District Health Appraisal Form. MASH and Urgent Care-type physicals are not accepted.