Preschool Resources for Children with Disabilities
Alexander County Schools Preschool
The Alexander County Schools preschool program provides a continuum of Exceptional Children’s Preschool Services. The preschool diagnostic team works with families to conduct referrals, evaluations, and determine eligibility for special education services. Services are provided in a variety of ways, including school‐based and itinerant services. If you have concerns about your child’s development and need additional assistance, please contact our Preschool Coordinator, at (828) 632‐7001. NC Pre‐K is a state funded pre‐kindergarten program for four year old children seeking to promote school readiness. The Alexander County Partnership for Children assists with children who are at risk and may be determined eligible for services. They can be reached at (828) 632‐ 3799. Head Start is a federally funded preschool program for low income families promoting social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development through educational activities. The program focuses on the areas of education and health components and parental involvement. Head Start can be reached at (828) 632‐2395.
