ISD 191's Pre-K Program to Kick Off on Sept. 10

Starting Sept. 10, District 191's Tiny Tots Preschool will be in session.

Tiny Tots preschool is fee-based program for kids aged three to five. Until recently, the district's kindergarten program also required a monthly or yearly payment from parents, but the school board approved a new, free all-day kindergartent program in January. 

Classes are offered at Diamondhead Education Center in Burnsville, Hamilton in Savage and Rahn Elementary in Eagan. To get kids and parents warmed up for the new school year, the district will offer on-site open houses on Sept. 6 and 7. Open houses will take place at the location where your child is registered. 

For students attending Tuesday/Thursday classes, open houses will take place on Thursday, Sept. 6. 

• Morning students attend 10:30-11:30 a.m.
• Afternoon students attend 12:30-1:30 p.m.
• Evening students attend 6-7 p.m.

For students attending Monday/Wednesday/Friday classes, open houses will take place on Friday, Sept. 7.

• Morning students attend 10:30-11:30 a.m.
• Afternoon students attend 12:30-1:30 p.m.
• evening students attend 6-7 p.m.

An additional a parent information night is scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 5 at 6 p.m. Those who attend will receive detailed information about curriculum, program policies and volunteer opportunities. The district asks interested parents to please leave their children at home for the informational meeting. You can register or find more information on the web at www.communityed191.org/page/2676.