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Directions for Applying/Retrieving VPK Certificate of Eligibility
To get started, choose the VPK program you wish to attend, and follow the steps as listed.
VPK 2025-2026 School Year
Child must be 4 years old by 9/1/2025.
Application window is open for available and waitlist schools only.
Step 1: Create a Family Portal: Sign up and apply for the VPK Certificate of Eligibility (COE) at https://familyservices.floridaearlylearning.com/
Directions for Applying/Retrieving COE
Step 2: Download Your COE: Once received, download and save the PDF of your COE from your Family Portal.
Step 3: Click this link to apply for a Pasco Schools VPK Program
Note that space is limited, and applications are processed in the order received.
Email questions to pascovpk@pasco.k12.fl.us
Summer Bridge VPK 2026
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What is the Summer Bridge VPK Program?
The Summer Bridge VPK Program is a free, district-run summer program designed to help rising kindergarteners build the skills they need for a successful start to school. It’s specifically for children who attended a VPK program during the 25-26 school year with public and private providers and may need extra support in early literacy before entering kindergarten.
The program offers focused instruction in reading and language skills, based on the science of reading, and runs for several weeks during the summer. It’s a great opportunity for children to boost their confidence and readiness for kindergarten in a fun and supportive environment!
More information about eligibility and enrollment will be shared during the second semester.
Email questions to pascovpk@pasco.k12.fl.us
Summer VPK 2026
The Summer VPK program provides 300 hours of instruction to age-eligible Pasco County children who did not participate in the 540-hour 25-26 school year VPK or Head Start program and who will be going into Kindergarten in the Fall of 2026. Summer VPK Certificates are available now- see Step 1 below to apply for yours now.
Location: Summer 2026 Location TBD
How to apply for 2026 Summer VPK
Step 1: Create a family portal and apply for the Summer VPK Certificate of Eligibility (COE) at the Department of Early Learning Family Portal
Step 2: Download the PDF of your COE from your family portal at the Department of Early Learning Family Portal (Please allow sufficient processing time.)
Step 3: Apply for VPK: Application window is CLOSED at this time.
Email questions to pascovpk@pasco.k12.fl.us
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PROGRAM INFORMATION
- Head Start Application and Interview Information
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- HURRICANE RESOURCES
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- Head Start/Early Head Start Welcome Video
- National Head Start Association
- Poverty Guidelines
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