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Pre-K Registration | 2026–2027 School Year

Mineral Wells ISD offers a universal Pre-Kindergarten program for 4-year-olds in our community. Our Pre-K program focuses on early literacy, social development, and building a strong foundation for school success.

If your child turns 4 years old on or before September 1, 2026, they are eligible to attend Pre-K for the 2026–2027 school year.

  • PreK and Kindergarten (new to school) Registration

    • April 10, 2026
    • 11 am-3 pm

    Online Enrollment Opens: May 2026

    Pre-K Registration Day: Thursday, July 23, 2026

    Location:
    Lamar Elementary
    2012 S.E. 12th Street
    Mineral Wells, Texas

    Questions? Call (940) 325-5303

    • All children who meet the age requirement may enroll. 

    • Priority placement is given to students who meet state eligibility guidelines (such as English learners or students who qualify for free or reduced-price meals).

    • After priority placement, remaining seats are available to all families, regardless of income.

  • Some documents are needed to complete enrollment, while others are recommended and may be provided within a short period after enrollment if not immediately available.

     

    Documents Needed to Enroll

    • Proof of residency (Utility bill, lease agreement, or home purchase contract — dated within the last 30 days)
    • Parent/guardian photo ID

     

    Documents Commonly Requested (May Be Provided After Enrollment)

     

    • Child’s birth certificate
    • Immunization record
    • Social Security card (requested, not required)
    • Proof of income (only if applying for eligibility-based placement)

     

    Families have up to 30 days after enrollment to provide documentation related to a child’s identity and age. Multiple forms of documentation are accepted under Texas law.

     

  • A certified birth certificate is preferred when available, but other documents may also be used, including:

     

    • Passport
    • Hospital birth record
    • Adoption or baptismal record
    • School or medical records
    • Other legal documents that establish identity and age

     

    If a certified birth certificate is not available, families may submit an alternative document along with a brief explanation.

     

  • Students must be up to date on immunizations or have valid exemption documentation on file.

     

    More information:Texas Department of State Health Services Immunization Requirements

  • If your family is currently unhoused, please visit our McKinney-Vento page to learn about your rights and available enrollment support.

  • At Mineral Wells ISD, our Pre-K program is designed to give young learners the best possible start to their educational journey. Through engaging, age-appropriate activities, students build foundational literacy and math skills while developing social, emotional, and problem-solving abilities in a safe and nurturing environment.

    Our experienced teachers create classrooms where children feel welcomed, encouraged, and excited to learn. Students gain confidence, make new friends, establish routines, and develop a lifelong love of learning that prepares them for future success in kindergarten and beyond.

    When you choose Pre-K at MWISD, you're choosing a strong foundation, caring educators, and a school family that is committed to helping every child thrive.  We can’t wait to welcome your little learner into the classroom and begin this exciting journey together.

    Welcome to the Mineral Wells Ram Family!