Kindersteps Information for 2026-2027

Students who turn 5 after August 31st but before December 31st of the current year and pass the KinderSteps screener will be eligible to attend kindergarten early.

The process for applying and being accepted into KinderSteps can be found here - Click for flyer

6 days ago, CGESD Outreach

Congratulations to ECLC on their 4-star facility rating from Quality First!

Through our partnership with Quality First, ECLC goes through a star rating process every 2 years to ensure we are providing:
-Health and safety practices that promote children’s basic well-being
-Skilled teachers who know how to turn everyday experiences into learning moments
-Learning environments with age-appropriate activities, books, toys, and other learning materials that promote emotional, social, language and cognitive development
-Opportunities for active play and hands-on exploration throughout the day
-Teacher-child interactions and engaging conversations that build language and promote thinking and social skills

Quality Plus (4-star): These programs exceed quality standards and demonstrate many high-quality practices.

4 months ago, CGESD Outreach
Quality Plus rating promo image - quality first 4 star, exceeds quality standards
Career Camp registration for current 5th-8th grade CGESD students is open. Career Camp is Monday to Thursday June 2 - June 5, 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM. The Community Showcase is on Thursday the 5th, 1:00 - 2:00 PM at Villago Middle School. For more information and to sign up follow this link https://bit.ly/3YeRAsm
9 months ago, Lauren Pitts
middle school aged students sitting and standing around a medical helicopter with the pilot
Kindergarten Roundup Dates- Come learn more about Kindergarten in CGESD! Cholla: May 15, 4-6 PM Cottonwood: May 1, 5-7 PM COIL: May 1, 4:30-5:30 PM Desert Willow: April 30, 5-6 PM Ironwood: April 29, 5:30-6:30 PM McCartney Ranch: April 24, 3:30-4:30 PM Mesquite: May 14, 5-6 PM Palo Verde: April 30, 5:30-6:30 PM Saguaro: May 1, 5-6 PM
9 months ago, Lauren Pitts
dark haired kindergarten girl with glasses wearing a paper hat
CGESD Job Fair is May 14th from 4:30 to 6 PM NOW HIRING -Teachers -Para Professionals -Bus Drivers -All Positions We offer a 4 day work week, competitive salaries, paid student teaching opportunities, and updated tech in every classroom. Apply at www.cgesd.org/careers
9 months ago, Lauren Pitts
Male teacher in orange shirt surrounded by young students raising their hands in a classroom