Two Pike County Schools Awarded Grants to Fund and Establish Pre-K Programs
More than $100, 000 will help fund and establish Pre-K programs in Pike County.
New Life Christian Academy will be able to expand their existing program while Pike County Elementary will get a new program altogether. The grant take the burden off parents with free tuition. Administrators say it gives them a chance to also offer more resources for students.
“We’ll get a chance to hire a new pre-k teacher. I’m really excited about that…new equipment for the students and supplies and inventory, so this is a big deal,” says Annie Blackmon of New Life Christian Academy.
If you’re interested in registering a student for New Life Christian Academy’s Pre-K Program.
Pike County officials are meeting with state pre-k officials next week. Afterwards notices will be posted for registration.
Registration is now open for New Life Christian Academy’s Pre-K Program. The academy’s registration ends June 30th. Registration hours are from 8 am until 4:30 pm at 601 Union Hill Road in Troy.
