Dear Edgemont Neighbors,
On behalf of the School District, I’m pleased to share exciting news about a new opportunity for local families: the launch of Edgemont’s first-ever full-day Pre-Kindergarten program for the 2025–2026 school year.
This initiative is made possible through New York State’s Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) grant program and represents a new partnership between the Edgemont Union Free School District and the YMCA of Central and Northern Westchester. A limited number of full-day seats will be available for eligible Edgemont students.
The program will be hosted at the YMCA Preschool Facility located at 148 Hamilton Avenue in White Plains. It will follow the 2025–2026 Edgemont school calendar and operate from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on school days. The instructional portion of the program is subsidized by state funds and free to participating families. Optional before- and after-care services will be available through the YMCA for an additional fee.
To be eligible, children must reside within the Edgemont Union Free School District and must turn four years old on or before December 31, 2025. If the number of interested families exceeds available seats, the District will conduct a random selection process, as required by the New York State Education Department.
To be considered, families must complete a Preliminary Application Form or contact District Registrar Mimi Southard at (914) 472-7767 or msouthard@edgemont.org by Wednesday, June 4, 2025. Please note that completing this form does not guarantee a seat in the program or require a commitment — it is intended only to gather a complete list of families who may be interested. Additional information will be provided to those who complete the form.
For more information, including a parent FAQ, please visit the District website.
This is an exciting step forward for early childhood education in our community, and we thank the District for its commitment to expanding access for Edgemont families.
Sincerely
Dylan Pyne
President, The Edgemont Community Council
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