April 2, 2015
Contact: Jill Moberley, Public Information Officer
For Immediate Release

DPS families have the opportunity to enroll their young children in FREE, high-quality preschool for the 2015-16 school year at one of two upcoming DPS Preschool Fairs that offer free physical and dental screenings. The events will take place 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday, April 9, at Rosa Parks Early Learning Center (3705 Lori Sue Avenue) and 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday, May 12 at Kiser PreK-8 School (1401 Leo St.).

Child experts agree that a high-quality preschool experience prepares young learners for success in kindergarten and beyond. Attendees will learn about Dayton Public Schools’ programs, enjoy refreshments and take home gift bags with toys and learning materials for preschoolers. Free dental and physical screenings are available with an appointment, for those who need them to complete the registration process.

Call 542-4390 to schedule.

Families also will be able to enroll on site to secure their seat for the 2015-16 school year. Families will need to bring the following documents with them to the event:

• Child’s birth certificate
• Picture ID
• Proof of residency (dated within last 60 days)
• Legal custody documentation (if applicable)
• Completed shot record (Must follow state immunization schedule)
• Physical form (dated within last 12 months)
• Dental form (dated within last 12 months)

The DPS Preschool Fairs are hosted by Dayton Public Schools in partnership with Miami Valley Child Development Centers, Auditor’s Office, Montgomery County, University of Dayton, CareSource, Good Neighbor House, Dr. Teresa Zyrd, Northwest Priority Board, Public Health – Dayton & Montgomery County, and Five Rivers Dental Clinic.

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