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Copy of Copy of Copy of It's time to register for PRE-K for the 2026-2027 school year 🎉

Posted Date: 03/03/26 (03:02 PM)


Pre-Registration for the 2026-2027 school year for Pre-K opens on Thursday, January 15 and will end on Monday, March 23. 
Must be four years of age on or before September 1, 2026.
Must provide child's birth certificate
Must provide proof of residency with in the Cottonwood Elementary School zone
Acceptance into a First Class Pre-K program is strictly through random drawing
Drawing date: Thursday, March 26, 2026
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Location: Cottonwood Elementary School 

Parents/Guardians do not have to be present at drawing
Email notices of acceptance status will be sent in mid-April


Click on the link to register 👇
https://prek.alaceed.alabama.gov

Poster announcing Alabama First Class Pre-K pre-registration for the 2026-2027 school year, with a smiling child holding books.A young girl with a backpack holds an open book, smiling brightly against a backdrop of yellow sunbursts and text about Alabama First Class Pre-K.
Alabama First Class Pre-K registration guide with steps and eligibility requirements.A flyer introducing the CES Pre-K team with photos of teachers and information about the program.