The lottery application process is the same for VPK as it is for the rest of the school. Please see the Lottery Applications tab and the Admission FAQ tab for more information. VPK students who are drawn in the lottery will get preference for the elementary school the following year.
CIJS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, ancestry, creed, marital status, citizenship status, military or veteran status, national origin, disability, age or any other legally protected characteristic.
Registration:
This process takes place AFTER the lottery drawing. Initial offers for enrollment will take place by phone and email. Subsequent offers will be via phone OR email. The parent/guardian must give a written notice of acceptance within 2 business days (by 5:00 P.M) of receipt of the admittance notification by CIJS. After your official written notice of acceptance, you are required to complete a registration packet to secure your spot. Enrollment will NOT be completed until registration packets are submitted to the school by the posted deadline. CIJS will inform you of the dates AFTER the lottery drawing. Families who decline enrollment or neglect to submit their registration packets on time will forfeit their spot at CIJS. At this time, CIJS will begin collecting the certificate from the Early Learning Coalition and the deposit for tuition (WRAP STUDENTS ONLY).
VPK Hours:
We will have a morning and an afternoon class for VPK students only (contingent upon demand). There will also be wrap around opportunities for students who need extended day care.
The VPK school day will differ from the elementary school hours, but they will follow the same calendar. CIJS requests that parents provide preferred class sessions (AM, PM, Wrap) when completing the VPK registration packet. However, CIJS does not guarantee that you will get your first choice. Preference will be given according to placement in the lottery drawing.
VPK WRAP TUITION:
Meals:
CIJS encourages healthy food choices. Please ask the office for an approved food list if you have questions regarding healthy items. Candy, pop and other unhealthy items will not be permitted.