Information

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.