UPK
Registration:
Click here to access Pre-Kindergarten registration documents.Please Note: All documents can be picked up in person at the Elementary Main Office or the District Office. All registration forms are due no later than May 26, 2023. After this date, please call 315-683-5301. Completed forms can be dropped off or mailed to 1211 Mill Street, Fabius, NY 13063.
We will be offering a Pre-Kindergarten Experience for students and families. During this time your child will have the opportunity to play in a classsroom with other Pre-K children and be provided with school bus education. Parents will be able to ask questions at this event.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Is my child eligible to attend UPK?
A: In order to be eligible for UPK, the child must reside in the Fabius-Pompey district and must turn 4 by 12/1/23, and can not be kindergarten eligible. For the 2023/2024 school year, birthdates must fall between 12/2/2018-12/1/2019.
Q: Will there be a lottery to select students for UPK?
A: No, all students meeting the criteria will be able to attend.
A: Registration for the 2023-2024 UPK classes is open, and closes May 26, 2023.
Q: Will the school district provide transportation to and from the UPK site?
A: Transportation will only be provided to children that are 4 years old. If your child is still 3 years of age, they will not be able to ride a school bus until they turn 4.
Q: What are the hours for UPK?
A: Students attending the UPK program will follow the same hours as our elementary students, 8:05am-2:15pm daily.
Q: Is it possible for my child to attend half-day or only on certain days/times?
A: No. Students enrolled in UPK are expected to attend daily from 8:05am - 2:15pm.
Q: When do classes officially start?
A: Thursday, September 7, 2023
Q: Is there a cost or tuition for the UPK program?
A: No, Fabius-Pompey offers a free, public Pre-Kindergarten program.
Q: Are children required to be toilet trained to attend?
A: Fabius-Pompey does not require toilet training for students to attend. However, it is highly encouraged that your child is toilet trained.
Q: Who teaches the Pre-Kindergarten class?
A: Classes are taught by a certified teacher and a highly qualified teacher aide who provides support.
Q: Will lunch be available to purchase for my child?
A: Yes. Lunch can be brought from home or purchased in the cafeteria. Additional information about Free and Reduced lunch can be found on our website.
Q: Will there be a screening process for incoming UPK students?
A: We will be providing an informal Pre-K Experience where children will have an opportunity to play. Additionally, parents will have an opportunity to ask questions.
A: There will be opportunities to volunteer in the UPK classrooms. All volunteers must be Board approved. The form to become a volunteer can be found on our website.
Important Dates
5/26/23 - Registration Due6/14/23 - Pre-Kindergarten Experience - Information about this will be in your registration packet. To sign up, please click here.
9/7/23 - 1st Day of School
