Public Education
Kentucky’s commitment to education over the last 20-plus years has made it a model for the nation. The catch phrase, “Education Pays,” has been embraced throughout the region. Kentucky has made major strides in teacher pay, student testing, teacher training, and administration. The Fayette County Public School system is no exception. The county continues to set high standards for education, with students consistently scoring above state and national averages on both the SAT and ACT. A majority of high school graduates in Fayette County later attend college.
Fayette County Public Schools are consistently listed among the nation’s best for cities of Lexington’s size. It is also one of the only districts in the nation that offers three languages in grade K through 12. With 68 schools and other academic and alternative programs, as well as 41,000-plus students, the district is governed by a five-member school board, with each person elected to a four-year term. The district employs just over 5,800 people.
Public School Registration
Kentucky law requires children between 6 and 18 years old to attend school, and the birthday cutoff for enrolling in kindergarten is age five on or before August 1. Also, families may apply for preschool if their child turns four on or before August 1 and is income-eligible. Three- and four-year-olds who have a special need may also apply for preschool in the Fayette County program. To enroll a new, first-time student in grades K-12, a parent or guardian may start the process on-line at www.fcps.net/registration or by visiting the school their neighborhood is assigned to and filling out a registration packet.
FCPS Preschool Program
The Fayette County Preschool Program is the state-mandated preschool offering in Fayette County Public Schools. The Fayette County Preschool Center, headquartered at 465 Springhill Drive, houses four classrooms. Other preschool locations are at elementary schools, the Family Care Center, and the UK Early Childhood Lab. A child who meets the following guidelines is eligible for preschool: Lives in Fayette County; Is four years old on or before August 1; and falls under federal income guidelines. For registration packets or more information, call (859) 381-4105 or visit www.fcps.net/preschool.
Contact Fayette County Public Schools:
Physical address: 701 E. Main St., 40502
Mailing address: 1126 Russell Cave Road, 40505
Phone: (859) 381-4100
www.fcps.net
Fayette County Public Schools are consistently listed among the nation’s best for cities of Lexington’s size. It is also one of the only districts in the nation that offers three languages in grade K through 12. With 68 schools and other academic and alternative programs, as well as 41,000-plus students, the district is governed by a five-member school board, with each person elected to a four-year term. The district employs just over 5,800 people.
Public School Registration
Kentucky law requires children between 6 and 18 years old to attend school, and the birthday cutoff for enrolling in kindergarten is age five on or before August 1. Also, families may apply for preschool if their child turns four on or before August 1 and is income-eligible. Three- and four-year-olds who have a special need may also apply for preschool in the Fayette County program. To enroll a new, first-time student in grades K-12, a parent or guardian may start the process on-line at www.fcps.net/registration or by visiting the school their neighborhood is assigned to and filling out a registration packet.
FCPS Preschool Program
The Fayette County Preschool Program is the state-mandated preschool offering in Fayette County Public Schools. The Fayette County Preschool Center, headquartered at 465 Springhill Drive, houses four classrooms. Other preschool locations are at elementary schools, the Family Care Center, and the UK Early Childhood Lab. A child who meets the following guidelines is eligible for preschool: Lives in Fayette County; Is four years old on or before August 1; and falls under federal income guidelines. For registration packets or more information, call (859) 381-4105 or visit www.fcps.net/preschool.
Contact Fayette County Public Schools:
Physical address: 701 E. Main St., 40502
Mailing address: 1126 Russell Cave Road, 40505
Phone: (859) 381-4100
www.fcps.net
