General Information:
- It begins at the start of the 23/24 school year and is voluntary.
- 10-15 hours/week of tuition assistance for ALL children the year before kindergarten, depending on program participation and capacity
- Additional hours are possible for children who meet qualifying factors, dependent on program capacity and funding.
Goal:
- Support equitable access to high-quality care
- Help prepare children for kindergarten
- Support parent choice
- Be responsive to local needs
Portal Links!
- Parent Portal: upk.colorado.gov
- Provider Portal: https://provider.upk.colorado.gov/welcome
Qualifying Factors:
- Low-income (270% of 2023 Federal Poverty Guidelines)
- Child is a dual-language learner
- Child has an Individualized Education Plan (IEP)
- Child is currently in foster or non-certified kinship care
- Child is identified as homeless
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We have created a website for families with more information to help answer additional questions you might have. Click HERE for more details.