Summer online learning program for preschoolers available for free to Mississippi parents

Parents of preschoolers in Mississippi can take advantage of a free online summer learning program to keep their little ones engaged, learning and ready for school in the fall.

Waterford UPSTART is a school-readiness program that teaches preschool-aged children the skills they need to be ready for school, including basic reading, math, science and social-emotional learning.

In response to the educational interruptions caused by the COVID-19 outbreak, the organization is offering free summer access to its award-winning school readiness program in Mississippi and eight other states: Arizona, California, Delaware, Florida, Indiana, New Mexico, Ohio, and Texas.

Parents and children will get access to the UPSTART program, a program coach for personalized support and even the use of a computer and internet access, if necessary, while using the program.

Preschool-aged children born between Sept. 1, 2014, and Sept. 1, 2015, who will be entering kindergarten in fall 2020 are eligible. Priority placement will be given to families at or below 200% of federal poverty guidelines at registration to align with Waterford’s mission of serving the most at-risk children.

For more information and to register, visit the Waterford UPSTART website.