Our Preschool, Family,
& Community
Step 1: Check Birthdate
Child must be 3 years old for enrollment
December 2, 2025 – December 1, 2026
(Birthdate would be December 2, 2022 – December 1, 2023)
Child must turn 4 years old between
December 2, 2025 – December 1, 2026
(Birthdate would be December 2, 2021 – December 1, 2022)
Step 2: Check Eligibility
Based on ONE of the following:
- Child Protective Services or Child Identified as At-Risk
Documentation Required: Written referral, dated within six months of application for services
- Homelessness
Documentation Required: Written referral or self declaration that the family is homeless with a statement describing the family’s living situation
- Child with Exceptional Needs
Documentation Required: Copy of child’s active Individualized Education Plan (IEP)
- Currently Receiving Governmental Benefits
Documentation Required: Enrollment paperwork dated within the last year and Program Application, or self-declaration of income declared on the application. Examples: Medi-Cal, CalWorks, WIC, Head Start, CalFresh
- Income Eligible
Documentation Required:
Regular Income- Monthly pay stubs (2) from previous 60 days (all parents/guardians)
Fluctuating Income- Last 12 months
Self-employed- Two current months profit/loss and most current income tax return including Schedule C
State Fiscal Year 2026–27 Schedule of Income Ceilings
| Family Size | Family Yearly Income Ceiling (100% of SMI) | Family Monthly Income Ceiling (100% of SMI) | Maximum Monthly Income for 15% above Income Eligibility Threshold |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-2 | $100,510 | $8,376 | $9,632 |
| 3 | $113,708 | $9,476 | $10,897 |
| 4 | $136,044 | $11,337 | $13,038 |
| 5 | $157,811 | $13,151 | $15,124 |
| 6 | $179,578 | $14,965 | $17,210 |
| 7 | $183,659 | $15,305 | $17,601 |
| 8 | $187,741 | $15,645 | $17,992 |
| 9 | $191,822 | $15,985 | $18,383 |
| 10 | $195,903 | $16,665 | $18,774 |
| 11 | $199,985 | $16,325 | $19,165 |
| 12+ | $204,066 | $17,006 | $19,556 |
Step 3: Family Appointment
Upon submission of application and supporting documents, an in person family meeting will be required to complete enrollment. Appointments can be scheduled one week after documents have been received by the school site. Site Registrars will make contact with families in the event of any missing documentation submitted where a follow up family appointment will need to be scheduled.
Step 4: Documentation
- California State Preschool Program Application
- Proof of Residence
- Birth Certificates for every child in the home
- Child’s immunization record
NOTE: Documentation Checklists include additional information for required paperwork.
Did you know that 90% of a child’s brain growth happens by age 5? Early Childhood years are critical for a child’s academic and social success. Preschool is essential, enroll now!
For Preschool Registration:
Updated CSPP enrollment procedures. See site registrars for applications.
For additional information contact your school site:
American Union AUESregistration@wusd.ws (559) 495-5650
West Fresno Elementary WFESregistration@wusd.ws (559) 495-5615
District Office: Ann Ortiz aortiz@wusd.ws (559) 495-5644
West Fresno
The WUSD West Fresno Preschool facility is located at 2888 South Ivy, Fresno, CA 93706. The program provides services to three (3) to four (4) year old children from income eligible families and serves a maximum of 24 children in two classrooms in a full day session.
American Union
The WUSD American Union Preschool facility is located at 2801 W. Adams Ave., Fresno, CA 93706. The program provides services to three (3) to four (4) year old children from income eligible families and serves a maximum of 24 children in full day session.
Hours and Days
WUSD West Fresno Preschool is open Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:20 p.m. The preschool follows the WUSD calendar with a few exceptions. Families will be notified of these exceptions in advance.
*There are no late starts for preschool on Wednesdays.
Mission Statement
In Washington Unified School District, our mission is to give every student an educational advantage by fostering personal growth through:
- A rigorous, engaging curriculum
- Instruction that connects to their lives and home experiences
- Positive, supportive relationships
- Respect for cultural and linguistic diversity
We provide safe, caring classrooms where children learn through play, inquiry, language development, and meaningful hands-on experiences.
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American Union | West Fresno
American Union Preschool
2801 W Adams Ave
Fresno, CA 93706
(559) 495-5650
West Fresno Preschool
2910 S Ivy Ave
Fresno, CA 93706
(559) 495-5615
West Fresno Preschool Team
American Union Preschool Team
Reading Corps Staff
WUSD is proud to announce our partnership with Reading Corps as a crucial component within our district’s Early Literacy Plan. Reading Corps tutors are providing necessary interventions within Preschool classrooms to help students build strong foundational literacy skills necessary for students to enter into Transitional Kindergarten and Kindergarten.
WUSD Preschool was awarded a three year grant to support our Dual Language Learners in their ability to enter into Transitional Kindergarten and Kindergarten with the English language and literacy skills necessary for the level of rigor required in TK/Kinder. Preschool teachers, administrators and coaches are currently receiving SEAL training in an effort to provide strategies to support our Dual Language Learners in alignment within our curriculums. Our goal is to engage our families in the SEAL partnership model to show the value a student’s home language brings to their language acquisition within their Preschool experiences.
