Caption: Mountain View Elementary preschoolers Wilder Gwinn (left) and Ellie Garten have fun dressed as Dr. Seuss characters during Read Across America. PreK/VPI is a state-funded preschool program that helps children build the skills they need to succeed in school. (AHPS Photo)
VPI is a state-funded program that provides high-quality preschool education for children who meet certain criteria. It is designed to give students the academic and social skills they need to thrive in school.
Parents attending the registration event are encouraged to bring documents that will help determine eligibility, such as:
A recent physical examination record, Immunization (shot) records, The child’s birth certificate.
To make the process even more convenient, families can also apply online through the Smart2Start portal at https://families.smart2start.org. Additional information about the VPI program is available at smart2start.org or by contacting the elementary school in the family’s home attendance zone. Early applications are appreciated to ensure smooth enrollment.
AHPS news and events are regularly updated on Facebook at AHPublicSchools and on the division website at www.ahps.k12.va.us. School for students in the 2026–2027 academic year begins on Aug. 12, 2026.