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SMCPS pre‑K applications open April 13; all county programs hold high Maryland EXCELS ratings
Summary
St. Mary's County Public Schools will open prekindergarten applications April 13 for school year 2026–27. Early childhood staff said all 15 county pre‑K programs have Maryland EXCELS ratings of 4 or 5, class sizes are capped at 20 with three adults per classroom, and income eligibility uses 300% of the federal poverty level pending any state law changes.
St. Mary's County Public Schools staff presented details April 8 about the district’s prekindergarten program and application process, saying the online application will open Monday, April 13.
Early childhood staff said all 15 county pre‑K programs currently meet Maryland EXCELS level 4 or 5 standards and are staffed with a team of three adults per classroom (one teacher and two paraeducators).…
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