Skip to main content

Early Learners Home

Schools

Our K-12 schools nurture students from kindergarten through graduation, providing a comprehensive educational journey.

Discover our schools

Leadership

Our district is led by a team of passionate and experienced educators committed to student success.

Meet our Leadership Team

Learning Model

Our approach to education is rooted in inquiry-based learning and hands-on experiences.

Learn more about our teaching style

 Coordinator's Welcome Message

Welcome to Coachella Valley Unified School District’s Children and Family Services Department!  For over 50 years, our program has provided Head Start and State Preschool programs to children and their families. The community which CVUSD serves is unique. We are honored to have the opportunity to provide, for many of our young preschoolers and their families, a first connection with our exceptional District.

At Children and Family Services, we pride ourselves in providing a high-quality, child-centered, and developmentally appropriate preschool experience for the youngest children in our District and surrounding communities. While we are firm in our philosophy of a play-based, developmentally appropriate curriculum, we are also committed to creating experiences and environments that support a deeper level of interest and developmental growth that will foster a love of learning. As early childhood professionals, we recognize that the base for school readiness is a solid social/emotional foundation. A strong social/emotional foundation and love of learning equate to a readiness to learn.

Our extraordinary early childhood professionals provide engaging and hands-on experiences to support all areas of development that will prepare your child for TK, kinder, and beyond! We are excited to welcome you to our school family and look forward to the exciting and rewarding journey ahead!

Warmly,
Jean-Mari Dagarin, Coordinator of Early Learners
Coachella Valley Unified School District
Children and Family Services

 

 

A woman with blonde hair smiles at the camera against a blue background.

 

Jean-Mari Dagarin
Coordinator of Early Learners

 

CVUSD, Early Education will provide a strong, early start to education for all children through safe, high-quality, joyful, developmentally informed, and inclusive learning opportunities. 

Mensaje de bienvenida de la Coordinadora

¡Bienvenido al Departamento de Servicios para Niños y Familias del Distrito Escolar Unificado del Valle de Coachella!  Por más de 50 años, nuestro programa ha proporcionado programas de Head Start y Preescolar del Estado a los niños y sus familias. La comunidad que CVUSD sirve es única. Nos sentimos honrados de tener la oportunidad de proporcionar, para muchos de nuestros jóvenes preescolares y sus familias, una primera conexión con nuestro excepcional Distrito.

En Servicios para Niños y Familias, nos enorgullecemos de ofrecer una experiencia preescolar de alta calidad, centrada en el niño y apropiada para el desarrollo de los niños más pequeños de nuestro Distrito y las comunidades circundantes.  Aunque somos firmes en nuestra filosofía de un plan de estudios basado en el juego y apropiado para el desarrollo, también nos comprometemos a crear experiencias y entornos que apoyen un nivel más profundo de interés y crecimiento del desarrollo que fomente el amor por el aprendizaje. Como profesionales de la primera infancia, reconocemos que la base para la preparación escolar es una sólida base social/emocional.  Una sólida base socioemocional y el amor por el aprendizaje equivalen a la disposición para aprender.

Nuestros extraordinarios profesionales de la primera infancia proporcionan experiencias atractivas y prácticas para apoyar todas las áreas de desarrollo que prepararán a su hijo para TK, Kinder, ¡y más allá!  ¡Estamos muy contentos de darle la bienvenida a nuestra familia de la escuela y esperamos que el viaje emocionante y gratificante por delante!

Cordialmente,
Jean-Mari Dagarin, Coordinadora de Early Learners
Distrito Escolar Unificado del Valle de Coachella
Servicios para niños y familias

A group of smiling elementary school children stand together in a classroom.

  • A document from Coachella Valley Unified School District outlines Head Start enrollment requirements.

  • A Head Start application form from Coachella Valley Unified School District.

  • A form titled 'Student Residency Questionnaire/ Affidavit' from Coachella Valley Unified School District.

  • A medical form titled 'Physical Examination/Well Baby Check' from Coachella Valley Unified School District.

  • A dental screening form from Coachella Valley Unified School District is displayed.

An icon featuring two speech bubbles, one with the letters 'FAQ'.

  • Frequently Asked Questions

    1. What is the difference between Head Start and Preschool?
      • The only difference between Head Start and Preschool is the funding source and the requirements to qualify for each program.  Head Start and Preschool have different income qualifying ranges, so eligibility for either program will be based on the family’s household income.
    2. What age does my child have to be to enroll in Head Start or Preschool?
      • A child is eligible for either program when he/she turns 3.
    3. Does my child have to be potty trained?
      • Children do NOT have to be potty trained to attend either program.  
    4. What is the teacher/staff-to-child ratio in each classroom?
      • There is one teacher/staff for every 8 children.
    5. How many children are in each classroom?
      • The class sizes can range between 16-18 children.
    6. Do I have to pay for Head Start or Preschool?
      • Head Start is free to those who qualify.  Beginning September 1st, 2023, Preschool will be charging a family fee that is based on the family household income.
    7. Can I volunteer in my child’s classroom?
      • Parents are welcome and encouraged to volunteer in the classroom.  See your child’s teacher for information on the process of volunteering.
    8. My child is eligible for TK.  Can I keep them in Head Start or Preschool instead of attending TK?
      • Yes, if your child is age-eligible for TK, you can send your child to TK, Head Start, or Preschool.

    1. ¿Cuál es la diferencia entre Head Start y Preescolar?
      • La única diferencia entre Head Start y Preescolar es la fuente de financiamiento y los requisitos para calificar para cada programa.  Head Start y Preescolar tienen diferentes rangos de ingresos para calificar, por lo que la elegibilidad para cualquiera de los dos programas se basará en los ingresos familiares de la familia.
    2. ¿Qué edad debe tener mi hijo para inscribirse en Head Start o Preescolar?
      • Un niño es elegible para cualquiera de los dos programas cuando cumple 3 años.
    3. ¿Mi hijo tiene que haber aprendido a ir al baño?
      • Los niños NO tienen que estar entrenados para ir al baño para asistir a cualquiera de los dos programas. 
    4. ¿Cuál es la proporción de profesores/personal por niño en cada aula?
      • Hay un profesor/personal por cada 8 niños. 
    5. ¿Cuántos niños hay en cada aula?
      • El tamaño de las clases puede oscilar entre 16 y 18 niños.
    6. ¿Tengo que pagar por Head Start o Preescolar?
      • Head Start es gratis para los que califican.  Comenzando el 1 de septiembre de 2023, el Preescolar cobrará una cuota familiar que se basa en el ingreso familiar.
    7. ¿Puedo ser voluntario en el salón de mi hijo?
      • Los padres son bienvenidos y animados a ser voluntarios en el salón de clases.  Vea a la maestra de su niño para información sobre el proceso de ser voluntario.
    8. Mi niño es elegible para TK.  ¿Puedo mantenerlo en Head Start o Preescolar en vez de asistir a TK?
      • Sí, si su niño es elegible para TK, usted puede enviar a su niño a TK, Head Start, o Preescolar.
Preschool Information

  • A form titled 'Student Residency Questionnaire/ Affidavit' from Coachella Valley Unified School District.

  • A form titled 'Screenings/Treatments Consent' from Coachella Valley Unified School District.

  • A medical form titled 'Physical Examination/Well Baby Check' from Coachella Valley Unified School District.

  • A dental screening form from Coachella Valley Unified School District is displayed.

  • An employment verification form from Riverside County Office of Education.

  • A form titled 'Verificaciundefinedn de empleo' is displayed, likely for employment verification.

Head Start and/or Preschool at all 14 elementary school sites within CVUSD.

 

North Shore School

Our Differentiators

Go to Section 2" target="_blank">

Whole Child Learning

We recognize the importance of developing the intellectual, social, emotional, and physical well-being of every student, fostering a balanced and holistic approach to education.

Academic Excellence

We foster a culture of high expectations, encouraging students to reach their full potential through a rigorous and engaging curriculum that promotes critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills.

Embracing Innovation

We encourage a spirit of inquiry and exploration, welcoming new ideas and approaches to teaching and learning that prepare students to adapt and thrive in a rapidly changing world.

Support Services

We offer a variety of free support services to support the success of every student.

Staff Directory

Searchfor a member of our staff by school, department, grade, or alphabetically.

Search our staff directory

Enrollment

Find the right school for you and learn how to apply.

Enroll today!