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The Child Development Department provides early childhood services for all of Amador County, including State Preschool and the Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELOP).

 

 

Child Development Department Staff

A woman with glasses and a warm smile wears a red shirt and silver jewelry.

Jeni DeWalt
Director of Child Development
209-257-5338
jdewalt@acusd.org

Brianna Cadotte
ELOP Coordinator
brianna.cadotte@acusd.org

Stephanie Chateauvert
ELOP Technician
209-257-5371
schateauvert@acusd.org

Andrea Rotar
Child Development Technician
(209) 257-5338
andrea.rotar@acusd.org

Programs

 

State Preschool

Amador County State Preschool Program is a State-subsidized half-day program at four sites in the county. Our preschool mission is to provide highly qualified learning experiences to eligible three- and four-year-olds with a core curriculum that is culturally, developmentally, and linguistically appropriate. Breakfast is provided.

State Preschool Website

 

Expanded Learning Opportunities Program

The ACOE Expanded Learning Opportunities Program offers after-school childcare options for families in Amador County. ELOP provides a fun and engaging learning environment that focuses on the enrichment of students through learning opportunities surrounding Art, Physical Fitness, Socialization, Nutrition, and all things STEM.

ELOP Website

 

Transitional Kindergarten & Kindergarten

Transitional Kindergarten (TK)

For students whose fourth birthday is on or before September 1. 

Kindergarten

For students whose fifth birthday is on or before September 1. Please bring a legal birth certificate, immunization records, and proof of residency.  Registration is ongoing after the designated dates. We encourage early sign-ups!

Enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year opens on January 28, 2025.

Families are encouraged to attend our TK/K Enrollment events on Tuesday, February 4, 2025! Click here for more information

Vaccinations

California schools are required to check immunization records for all new student admissions. Visit the Health Services page for more information

Medication

If your student is required to take medication during the school day, please provide the following forms:

  • Parent/Physician Request to Assist Administration of Medication – a form provided, completed, and signed by the  student’s physician
  • Consent to Self-Administration of Medication – required only if a student uses an inhaler or injected epinephrine

A student cannot be enrolled until all required paperwork is received.

Events & Community Partnerships

Celebrate Our Children

The 27th Annual Celebrate Our Children Festival, hosted by Amador Child Care Council, is coming up on Saturday, April 26! 

RSVP to the event on Facebook to stay in the loop about all of the fun activities planned for the festival. 

A colorful poster announces the 27th Annual Children's Festival, taking place on Saturday, April 26th at Argonaut High School in Jackson.

 

Early Childhood Family Nights

Our Early Childhood Family Nights give our local families with young children an opportunity to connect with early childhood resources and learn ways to make learning fun at home! These events will take place at elementary schools across the district throughout the 2024/2025 school year (dates and locations listed below). Light snacks will be provided.

Event dates and locations:

  • September 11, 6:00-7:00 pm - Jackson Elementary
  • October 10, 6:00-7:00 pm - Ione Elementary
  • January 14, 6:00-7:00 pm - Plymouth Elementary
  • February 12, 6:00-7:00 pm - Pioneer Elementary
  • March 4, 6:00-7:00 pm- Sutter Creek Elementary
  • April 17, 6:00-7:00 pm - Pine Grove Elementary