Minnesota SF1345 modifies eligibility criteria for the voluntary prekindergarten program.

Minnesota SF1345 amends eligibility criteria for the voluntary prekindergarten program. Eligible children must be four years old by September 1 and meet at least one criterion, such as qualifying for free or reduced-priced meals, being an English language learner, or being American Indian. Children in foster care, kinship care, or with parents who are migrant workers or incarcerated also qualify. A health and developmental screening is required within 90 days of enrollment, and immunization documentation is needed.

Minnesota SF1345 modifies eligibility criteria for the voluntary prekindergarten program.

Minnesota SF1345 amends eligibility criteria for the voluntary prekindergarten program. Eligible children must be four years old by September 1 and meet at least one criterion, such as qualifying for free or reduced-priced meals, being an English language learner, or being American Indian. Children in foster care, kinship care, or with parents who are migrant workers or incarcerated also qualify. A health and developmental screening is required within 90 days of enrollment, and immunization documentation is needed.