Alachua County Public Schools: Pre-Kindergarten Programs

08/10/2026

📚✨ HIPPY ENROLLMENT IS OPEN! ✨📚

What is HIPPY?
🏡 HIPPY stands for Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters.

HIPPY is a FREE program that supports parents as their child’s first and most important teacher. ❤️ We provide families with fun, hands-on learning activities that help children build the skills they need to be successful in school.

🎉 We are now accepting applications for the 2026–2027 school year!

🌟 HIPPY offers families:
📖 Fun, hands-on learning activities
🏡 Support from a HIPPY Mentor
🎓 School-readiness skills
💻 FREE Marco Polo subscription
❤️ Quality time and learning opportunities for parents and children
📚 Age 5 curriculum aligned with Florida standards

If your child is getting ready for kindergarten, HIPPY is here to help your family prepare for success! 🎒✨

👉 Apply today and join the HIPPY family!
https://www.alachuaschools.net/page/hippy

📩 Have questions? Send us a message—we would love to hear from you!

HIPPY — Helping families learn, grow, and succeed together! ❤️📚

08/10/2026

Today, we’re excited to shine the spotlight on one of our amazing HIPPY mentors! 💙📚

Our mentors are the heart of the HIPPY program. They build relationships with families, encourage parents, support children’s learning, and help make learning at home fun and meaningful. 🏡✨

We are so grateful for the dedication, compassion, and positive energy this mentor brings to our HIPPY families. Thank you for everything you do to help families grow, learn, and succeed! 🌱❤️

👏 Help us celebrate and thank our wonderful HIPPY mentor!
HIPPY is accepting applications for the 2026-2027 school year. Today, we’re excited to shine the spotlight on one of our amazing HIPPY mentors! 💙📚https://www.alachuaschools.net/page/hippy

08/07/2026

Today we're proud to recognize one of our amazing HIPPY mentors! 💙

Our mentors make a lasting difference by encouraging, supporting, and empowering families as they prepare their children for success in school and beyond. Through their dedication, compassion, and commitment, they help build confidence in both parents and children every step of the way.

Today we celebrate Sandra Zimmerman for their hard work, positive attitude, and the care they show every family they serve. Thank you for being an incredible part of our HIPPY team and for making a meaningful impact in our community.

08/05/2026

Today we're shining the spotlight on Latoya Mann! Thank you for your dedication, kindness, and commitment to helping families thrive. Your encouragement and support help parents build confidence while preparing their children for lifelong learning.

We appreciate all you do for our HIPPY families! 🌟 HIPPY is accepting applications:https://www.alachuaschools.net/page/hippy

08/04/2026

We're proud to spotlight another amazing member of our HIPPY team! Every visit, every conversation, and every word of encouragement helps strengthen families and prepare children for success in school and beyond. Thank you for making a lasting impact in our community. 💙 HIPPY is accepting applications:https://www.alachuaschools.net/page/hippy

08/03/2026

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08/03/2026

08/03/2026

Today we're celebrating an incredible HIPPY Mentor! 💙 Your dedication, encouragement, and passion for supporting families make a lasting impact every single day. Thank you for your leadership, your heart for serving others, and the difference you make in the lives of parents, children, and your team. We appreciate you and are so thankful to have you as part of the HIPPY family! 🌟 # HIPPY is accepting applications: https://www.alachuaschools.net/page/hippy

07/25/2026

📚🎒 Come See Us! 🎒📚
The ACPS HIPPY Program is excited to be part of the 27th Annual Stop the Violence Back-to-School Event at Santa Fe College!
Stop by our table to learn how HIPPY helps parents become their child's first and most important teacher. We'll be sharing information about our free home-based early learning program, enrollment opportunities, and resources for families.
We look forward to meeting you and helping your child get ready for a successful school year. See you there! 💙💛

07/22/2026

📣 Now Accepting Applications for the HIPPY Program! 📚✨

Give your child a strong start in learning! The HIPPY (Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters) program is now accepting applications.

HIPPY is a free, home-based school readiness program that empowers parents to become their child's first teacher through fun, engaging learning activities.

🌟 Benefits include:
• Weekly educational activities
• Support from trained home visitors
• School readiness skills
• Confidence for both parents and children

If you have a child ages 2–4 and are interested in preparing them for kindergarten, we encourage you to apply today!

📝 Apply now: https://www.alachuaschools.net/page/hippy

📞 Contact us for more information or visit the link above to learn more and submit your application.

We look forward to welcoming your family to the HIPPY program!