ECEAP: Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program

The Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP) helps low-income preschool children in Snohomish County succeed in the public education system by addressing the educational, health and social needs of the children while placing special emphasis on participation and support to the family.

The following free services are provided for eligible families at various ECEAP locations throughout Snohomish County:

• Free preschool for families of limited income with children ages 3-5 years.
• Children take part in preschool program with literacy, math, art, science, and field trips.
• Children receive health screenings and referrals.
• Parents receive information about local resources, opportunities for parent education, family fun nights, volunteerism in the program, and opportunities for community leadership. 

Resources and Information:

• ECEAP Newsletter: Fall 2009 (4.2 MB)
  
• 2009/2010 ECEAP Sites - Contact Information (46 kb)
  
• 2009/2010 ECEAP Income Eligibility Guidelines (13 kb)
  *Note: These guidelines are just a starting point.  Each application is reviewed and a determination made on a case-by-case basis. Some over-income children may also be accepted, if they are impacted by developmental factorys (delay or disability), environmental factors (domestic violence, chemical dependency, CPS involvement) or other factors affecting school success.  To discuss eligibility further, please call the program information line listed below.
  
• 2008/2009 ECEAP Outcomes Report (2.8 MB)
  
• Nutrition Resource Guide (84 kb)
  
• Points for Parents (200 kb)

For program information: 425-388-7268.

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