2009-2010 Preschool Scholarship
Preschool
Scholarships are scholarships to
assist area families with preschool costs. Families are required
to meet specific guidelines and criteria in order to qualify for
assistance. Preschool scholarships will pay up to $135 per
month for monthly preschool tuition.
Preschool scholarship families are responsible for any monthly preschool
cost exceeding the $135 per month.
Preschool scholarships are available to families with children ages
3-5. Scholarships will provide financial assistance to families
that qualify through an application process.
Please note that you must fit in this criteria to be eligible
for Preschool assistance:
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Be a resident of Cerro Gordo, Hancock or Worth Counties
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Not be receiving preschool assistance from any other source
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Have income level below 200% of poverty (see chart below)
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use a licensed or registered preschool
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Be paying preschool cost seperate from childcare (childcare including preschool is not eligible)
Income Guidelines for 2009-2010
Family
|
Maximum
Gross
|
2 |
$29,140 |
3 |
$36,620 |
4 |
$44,100 |
5 |
$51,580 |
6 |
$59,060 |
7 |
$66,540 |
8 |
$74,020 |
*2009 HHS Poverty Guidelines |
|
How much assistance may I apply for?
Financial
assistance is available up to $135 per month for children attending
preschool.
Scholarship amounts will vary based on the cost of the preschool
your child is attending. The scholarship will reimburse
the preschool for the monthly costs, up to the $135 allowed each
month. If monthly costs exceed $135, you will be responsible
for the additional monthly expense. Scholarships will be
awarded to assist with preschool costs during the 2009-2010 school
year.
How does the program work?
A
bill must be submitted each month for the preschool that your
child attends. We will pay the monthly costs (up to $135)
to the preschool. You are responsible for any remaining
amount.
How do I apply?
Fill
out the application below and send it with your pay stubs or tax
form to:
Cerro Gordo, Hancock, and Worth Counties Empowerment Area
22 North Georgia, Suite 300
Mason City, IA 50401
Or stop in the office and pick up an application.
If you have any questions please call: (641) 422-2707 or (888)
264-2581.
If you would like a printable Brochure and Application Please
click on the Links below.
2009-2010 Application
Form
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