Office: (231) 865-4102
Fax: (231) 865-4103
Program Directors
Early Childhood Center
Early Childhood Programs at Fruitport Community Schools offer families of young children many opportunities for care, growth, and learning. Our programs ensure a safe and secure environment that promote each child’s individual development.
We are proud to offer child care for children ages six weeks to five years old, before/after school care for elementary children, and Summer Fun Camp for children who have attended elementary school . In addition, three and four-year-olds have the opportunity to attend Child’s World Tuition Preschool, Head Start, or Great Start Readiness preschool programs.
For more information on any of our listed programs, please click the plus sign on the appropriate box below or contact our office.
Pam Bergey
Director ECC, SAC & Tuition Preschool
Jill Torvinen
Director GSRP & Head Start
Registration for Preschool 2020/21
Call now (231) 865-4111 to add your name to the Preschool Mailing list.
Child's World Preschool
What is it:
Tuition Based Preschool Program
Qualifications:
Any child aged 3 or 4 by September 1, 2020
Cost:
3-day classes - $243 per quarter
2-day classes - $202 per quarter
$25 Registration Fee
Location:
Fruitport Early Childhood Center
Session Times:
4 Year Olds M & F 9:15-11:45 and Wed. 10:15-12:45
3 Year Olds T & Th 9:15-11:45
Transportation:
Transportation is not provided.
For more information, please contact the Early Childhood Center @ 231-865-4102.
Early Childhood Center Child Care
What is it:
Childcare for young children offering well-planned environments that support children's health and safety while fostering learning through play. The staff is comprised of caring and nurturing people whose goal is your child's well-being and happiness.
Qualifications:
Ages 6 weeks through 5 years old
Preschool-aged children must be potty trained.
Cost:
See schedule form below
2019 ECC Schedule Form
Location:
Early Childhood Center inside the Fruitport Middle School.
Session Times:
Monday through Friday from 6:30 am to 6:00 pm. Care is also available on snow days, school breaks, and during the summer.
Transportation:
Transportation is not provided.
For more information, please contact the Early Childhood Center @ 231-865-4102.
Great Start Readiness Program
What is it:
Great Start Readiness is a free preschool program sponsored with funds from the Michigan Department of Education.
Qualifications:
Must be able to meet state qualifying factors.
Must be age 4 by December 1 of the current school year. (Priority is given to children with birthdays on or before September 1.)
Priority is given to families residing in Fruitport Community Schools or Mona Shores Public School Districts.
Cost: Free
Location:
The Early Childhood Center in the west end of the middle school in the FCS District.
2020-2021 School Year - Shettler Elementary in the FCS District.
Ross Park Elementary in the MS District.
Session Times:
Half day classes are in session Monday through Thursday each week.
Transportation:
Transportation is not provided.
APPLICATIONS
Due to the recent school closures, Fruitport/Mona Shores applications will be accepted at the Fruitport Early Childhood Center (3113 E. Pontaluna) once school is back in session. Applications will NOT be accepted during the week of spring break (April 6-10, 2020).
Please plan on approximately 20 minutes for staff to review your paperwork. Applications forms are also available through the links provided below.
Please bring the following items with you:
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Child's Birth Certificate
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Child's Insurance Card
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Proof of Household 2019 Income (2019 1040 tax form or W-2s preferred, SSI, TANF (FIP), and/or child support documentation)
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Proof of Residency (current utility bill including name and address)
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Child's Up-to-date Immunization Record
Application Forms:
Click Here for the Great Start Application Form
Click Here for the Child Information Record Form
Click Here for the Parent/Guardian Authorization Form
Click Here for the TB Questionnaire Form
Click Here for the Student Residency Questionnaire
Click Here for the Health Appraisal Form
For further assistance, call 231-865-4111 or email Deanna at dtenbrock@muskegonisd.org.
Head Start
What is It:
Head Start is a free preschool program sponsored by funds from the Federal Department of Health & Human Services. The goal of Head Start is to increase school readiness of young children in low-income families.
Qualifications:
Priority is given to families who reside in the Fruitport Community Schools or Mona Shores Public School Districts. Children must be 3 or 4 years old by December 1 of the current school year with priority given to children with birthdays on or before September 1.
Families must also meet income eligibility requirements.
Cost:
Free
Location:
Shettler Elementary in the FCS District.
Ross Park Elementary in the MS District.
Session Times:
Full day classes - 4 or 5 days per week depending on the month
Meals:
Nutritious meals are provided.
Transportation:
Transportation is not provided.
APPLICATIONS
Due to the recent school closures, Fruitport/Mona Shores applications will be accepted at the Fruitport Early Childhood Center (3113 E. Pontaluna) once school is back in session. Applications will NOT be accepted during the week of spring break (April 6-10, 2020).
Please plan on approximately 20 minutes for staff to review your paperwork. Applications forms are also available through the links provided below.
Head Start Application Forms:
Click Here for the Head Start Application Form
Click Here for the Child Information Record Form
Click Here for the Parent/Guardian Authorization Form
Click Here for the Nutrition Information and Assessment Form
Click Here for the Student Residency Questionnaire
Click Here for the TB Questionnaire Form
Click Here for the Health Appraisal Form
Click Here for the Dental Form
For further assistance, call 231-865-4111 or email Deanna at dtenbrock@muskegonisd.org.
School Aged Care (SAC)
What is it:
Before and after-school childcare
Qualifications:
Any elementary child enrolled in Kindergarten through 5th grade
Cost:
See schedule form below:
Edgewood SAC Schedule Form
Shettler SAC Schedule Form
Location:
Shettler Elementary & Edgewood Elementary
Session Times:
School days, including Delayed Start Wednesday
AM: 6:30-8:30, PM: 3:30-6:00
Transportation:
A shuttle bus is available for Beach students to go to Shettler Elementary for the after school SAC program.
For more information, please contact the Early Childhood Center @231-865-4102.
Summer Fun Camp
What is it:
Summer childcare program offering two weekly field trips, weekly STEM & literacy activities, and arts & crafts. All supervised by an experienced and caring staff. We help bridge the summer recess learning gap.
Qualifications:
Elementary children currently attending kindergarten through 5th Grade.
Cost:
See schedule form below
Summer Fun Camp Schedule Form
Location:
Fruitport Middle School, rooms 105 & 106
Session Times:
June 17 through August 29, Closed week of July 1, Hours 7:00 am-6:00 pm
Transportation:
Transportation for field trips is provided.
For more information, please contact the Early Childhood Center @ 231-865-4102.
Office: (231) 865-4102
Fax: (231) 865-4103
Program Directors
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