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YPSI Connected Community School
Grades K - 8
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YCS Preschool and Kindergarten Age Eligibility Guidelines 2025-26
YCS Preschool and Kindergarten Age Eligibility Guidelines
2025-26 School Year
Welcome to Ypsilanti Community Schools Preschool and Kindergarten Programs. We look forward to getting to know you and your family.
The information below will assist you in the registration process.
Early Headstart
- Eligibility: Ages 18 months - 36 months by December 1, 2025
DOB Eligibility: For Age 18 months 6/1/2024
DOB Eligibility: For Age 36 months 12/1/2022
Preschool
- Eligibility: Age 3 by December 1st, 2025
DOB Eligibility: 12/1/2021 through 11/30/2022
- Eligibility: Age 4 by December 1st, 2025
DOB Eligibility: 12/1/2020 through 12/1/2021
Our preschool program promotes social, emotional, and academic growth for children aged three to four. Skilled teachers offer engaging activities in math, science, reading, and writing, helping children develop essential Kindergarten readiness skills for future success.
Young Fives
Young Fives is a two-year Kindergarten program designed for children turning 5 years old between June 1 and December 1st.
- Eligibility:
DOB Eligibility: 6/1/2020 through 12/1/2020
Our program establishes a strong foundation for future success in all learning areas. Children learn through hands-on activities, songs, and games, making the process enjoyable. Ongoing assessments track personal growth. After our two-year Kindeergarten program, children are ready for first grade.
Students who turn 5 after August 31st should enroll in the preschool program.
Kindergarten
Eligibility: According to Michigan Compiled Law under MCL 380.1147 and 388.1606, the enrollment age for incoming Kindergarten students is as follows:
Students must turn 5 by September 1, 2025.
- Eligibility:
DOB Eligibility: 12/1/2019 through 9/1/2020
Exceptions Provided for Kindergarten Enrollment Age
If your child turns five between September 1 and December 1, you can submit a Kindergarten Waiver Request Form before the school year starts. The school district will evaluate your child's readiness for kindergarten based on age and development. They will work with you to find the best placement for your child's educational start.
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YPSI Connected Community School
YCS is the district's K-8 distance learning option.
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Monday, Aug. 25th 9 am to 3 pm
Tuesday, Aug. 26th 9 am to 2 pm
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Mission Statement
The purpose of YC²S is to provide a learning environment for families who want a rigorous, inquiry based experience for their child(ren) that creates responsible, engaged citizens, connected to their community through solving real problems and supporting community initiatives.
Vision
YC²S - Cultivates an inquiry mindset and curiosities that creates lifelong learners.
YC²S - Provides community & service learning experiences that create responsible engaged citizens.
- YC²S - Provides a platform that fulfill a student’s curiosities, wonders, and passions.
Our Values
An unwavering belief in relationships
We believe a nurturing positive relationship with the child and parent are essential to accelerate learning and joy (cultivating the genius in each scholar).
All stakeholders are critical in the education process
We see parents as a valuable asset to their child’s education. We intentional seek out community partnerships to provide learning experiences for our students.
Learning happens everywhere
We believe the home and community are the first learning environments of a student. Learning can take place wherever the brain is engaged.
Passion, curiosity, and inquiry
We are student focused and will cultivate critical thinking skills to support their passions and curiosities.
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MAIN Phone Number: 734 - 221 - 1451
Kaleena Brown, Building Secretary
We are located at 1076 Ecorse, Ypsilanti, MI 48198
Please use the ROSEWOOD AVE Entrance when visiting us in person.
Miss Kier Ingraham, M.Ed.
Principal and Founder
kingraham4@ycschools.us
Virtual Office
Monday - Friday 7:45 am-3:15 pm
Grade Level
K - 8th Grades
School Hours
Full Day - Monday thru Friday
8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Early Dismissal
8:00 a.m .- 11:30 a.m.
Director of Dining Services
734-221-1024
