There is no plan to offer distance learning for pre-k at this time. Thank you.

If your child meets at least one the Texas qualifying criteria for Pre-K they can attend the Pre-K Academy at West Avenue for free.

1. The child has a parent that is an active duty member of the armed forces of the U.S., including state military forces, or a reserve component of the armed forces who is ordered to active duty by a proper authority. (DoD ID will determine eligibility.)

 

2. The child qualifies for Free/Reduced lunch, or receives SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families), or Medicaid Free or Medicaid Reduced services. (Income or benefit information will determine eligibility). Free/Reduced Lunch Income Guidelines.

 

3. Child is unable to speak and comprehend the English Language. (The child will be given a language test to determine eligibility.)  

 

4. Child is homeless. (A parent interview by Family Support Services will determine eligibility.)  

 

5. Child is or has ever been in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) following an adversary hearing. (DFPS documentation will determine eligibility.)

 

6. The child has a parent who was injured, Missing in Action, or killed while serving on active duty of the armed forces of the U.S., including state military forces or a reserve component of the armed forces. (Documentation from the DoD/Veterans Affairs will determine eligibility.)

 

7. The child has a parent eligible for the Star of Texas Award as a peace officer, firefighter, or emergency medical first responder. (Documentation will determine eligibility.)

3-year-old students are enrolled based on limited seat availability. Students must turn 3 by September 1 of the current school year to attend the program.

A child must be at least three years of age on or before September 1 of the current school year (if a 3-year-old program is available) or four years of age on or before September 1 of the current school year.

Start/End Times are

7:30AM-2:45PM

Parents will be able to drop off students at 6:50 AM

If you have registered for KIN, our after-school program,  students are directed to the KIN Director by 2:30 PM and the program ends at 6:30 PM.

Yes, you can attend the Pre-K Academy as a tuition-paying student.

No, students at the Pre-K Academy will not wear uniforms.

Students will follow the elementary dress code.

The Pre-K Academy is the pre-k campus for Jackson-Keller, Dellview, Olmos, Colonial Hills, and Castle Hills Elementary. All students within this cluster will have an opportunity to attend the Pre-K Academy. 

Open seats will be offered as tuition seats. 

Students from other areas of the district may attend after applying, when space is available.

The North East Independent School District (NEISD) and the Kids’ Involvement Network (KIN) believe that a quality after school program is beneficial to every child. To that end, KIN offers financial assistance to eligible families to assure that cost is not a barrier.  Eligibility is determined using the Federal Poverty Guidelines based on household income, household size, and number of children enrolled in the Program. Please visit the KIN website or contact a KIN Specialist at 210.407.0140 opt.1 for complete Program details, including financial assistance eligibility requirements and fee schedules.

No. The Pre-K Academy is only available to students who reside within North East ISD.

View the NEISD District Boundary Page to verify if you live within the District. 

Students interested in the Dual Language must apply for this special program.

To inquire about the dual language program, please call our instructional coach at 210-407-8600

Pre-K Academy offers many ways to keep parents and the community informed. Please call our office for more information.

• The Pre-K Academy website
• Pre-K Academy online Calendar
• Remind App

Pre-K Academy follows the district's standardized dress code.

Backpacks | Costumes | Dresses | Hair | Hats | Leggings | Pants | Shirts | Shorts | Shoes | Skirts | Undergarments

Shirts

Halter tops, exposed midriffs, strapless and/or low cut tops that expose breasts or cleavage, exposed backs, spaghetti straps, and see-through clothing are not permitted.

Sleeveless Shirts

Tanks/sleeveless shirts will be prohibited unless the width of the shirt’s shoulder is at least two (2) inches wide. Sheer clothing is prohibited unless the undershirt’s shoulder width is at least two (2) inches wide. Oversized armholes/jersey-type tanks are not permitted without a sleeved undershirt.

Pants

Pants shall be worn securely at the waist. Sagging is prohibited. Excessively worn, torn, frayed, oversized, or long clothing is not permitted.

Leggings

Pants/leggings that are made of spandex or similar material must have an item of clothing worn over the material that completely covers the student’s front and back to the length of the student’s bottom to ensure modesty.

Shorts

Shorts will be permitted provided that the shorts are neatly hemmed, conservative, and modest in appearance. Campus administration will determine the appropriate length. Bicycle shorts and form-fitting and skin-tight shorts or pants of spandex or other similar materials worn alone are prohibited. 

Dresses & Skirts

Dresses, skirts, skorts, and split skirts will be permitted provided that they are neatly hemmed, conservative, and modest in appearance. Campus administration will determine the appropriate length. Excessively high slits in skirts and tight spandex will not be permitted.

Undergarments

Undergarments shall not be visible or exposed.

Costumes

Costumes of any type are prohibited.

Accessories

Hair

Hairstyles that are considered to be distracting and/or disruptive to the educational environment are prohibited.

Hats

Hats, hoods on hooded sweatshirts, shirts, and jackets may not be worn during instructional time, passing periods, or while in the building.

Shoes

Appropriate footwear is required. Footwear that has toes and/or soles reinforced with steel, hard plastic or similar materials is prohibited. Footwear with wheels is prohibited.

Lanyards

Lanyards with inappropriate advertising, pictures, symbols or statements that are offensive or inflammatory are prohibited.

Backpacks

Backpacks must not detract from or interfere with the learning environment or present a safety or health hazard.

Miscellaneous

Any apparel or attire that is considered to be distracting and/or disruptive to the educational environment. (ex. pajamas, house shoes) or is considered a safety concern is prohibited.

Symbols and Styles

Any symbols or styles that are identified with inappropriate advertising or statements that are offensive or inflammatory, including, but not limited to, alcoholic beverages, profanity, sex, tobacco, drugs, gangs, guns and other weapons, excessively violent or gory imagery, and the promotion of violence, are prohibited.

For additional information, please consult the NEISD Elementary School Student / Parent Handbook.

For more information, contact our Data Processor.

We would love to have you join the family! For more information about enrollment, transfers, withdraws, required documents, and pre-kindergarten eligibility requirements, see the district Registration page.

We invite you to tour our campus to see firsthand what it means to be part of our school family. Our tours will be led by a school staff member and are great for parents and guardians who are interested in becoming a part of the Pre-K Academy community. Please see below to learn how to attend a tour.

Arrange a Visit

All NEISD campuses have an administrative office that can help you plan your visit. You can arrange to have an individual campus tour or join in with other families and interested students.

Tours are intended for parents and guardians of potential NEISD students.

Please Note: Our principal would love to meet you. They will try their best to greet you at some point during your tour when/if scheduling and circumstances permit.