Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK)

Voluntary pre-kindergarten (VPK) is open to any student who turns four years old on or before September 1st, regardless of income. Space is limited. The program is offered Monday through Friday, and follows the regular school calendar. Attendance is mandatory once enrolled.

Required Documentation

All parents enrolling a student into VPK must provide the following information for enrollment:

Certified Birth Certificate
Current Immunization/Shot Record
Current School Physical (Dated after August 13, 2024)
Certificate of Eligibility (COE)

For questions regarding a Certificate of Eligibility (COE) please call (352) 793-5430.

Resources for Families

Online Registration for the 2025-2026 school year begins March 10, 2025.

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Deputy Friendly Program Returns to VPK Classrooms!

Sumter County Sheriff's officer is reading to kids in the classroom.

Sumter County School District is proud to continue its partnership with the Sumter County Sheriff's Office to bring the Deputy Friendly Program to all VPK students.

Each month, a deputy from the Sheriff's Office will visit every VPK classroom to read a story aloud. After each visit, the book will be donated to the classroom library, helping to build a love of reading and a stronger connection between students and local law enforcement.

At the end of the school year, every VPK student will receive a book to take home and keep as a special gift.

To participate, families are asked to sign and return the Deputy Friendly Letter sent home with each student. Teachers will collect and file these forms in the classroom.

A copy of the Deputy Friendly Schedule is also available for reference.

We’re excited to welcome our deputies into the classroom and share the joy of reading with our youngest learners!

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