2023-2024 Pre-Registration Information 

*THE DRAWING FOR THE 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR IS COMPLETE. 

You may register your child, but they will go on a waitlist. 

Please contact clackc@russellcsd.net if you have any questions.  

Pre-Register HERE

2023-2024 Pre-K Information 

Handbook

Russell County Enrollment

*Only complete enrollment if approved for a Pre-K class. 

RCSD Calendar

Two additional days will be closed for teacher training (Dates TBA). 

Free and Reduced Lunch  Application

The Alabama First Class Pre-K is a grant funded program operated by the Office of School Readiness. This program is designed to provide a full day of developmentally appropriate instruction and support for four-year-old children. The Pre-K curriculum and instruction is aligned with the Alabama Developmental Standards for Preschool Children. These standards address 9 areas of development to include:

1.  Language and Literacy
2.  Mathematics
3.  Science and Environmental Education
4.  Health 
5.  Fine Arts
6.  Technology
7.  Physical Development
8.  Social-Emotional Development
9.  Approaches to Learning 

The goal of the First Class Pre-K program is to ensure students have access to high quality learning experiences that prepare them for future success in school. 

Important Pre-K Information

• A child must be 4 years old prior to September 1, 2023
• Students must be potty trained
• Enrollment is random selection 
• Class size is maximum 18
• Breakfast and lunch are provided free each day.
• Transportation is not provided for Pre-K by the District
• Parents must complete 12 volunteer hours during the school year.
• A change of clothes (weather appropriate) is required daily.  
• Small blankets and pillows are optional for rest/naptime.  
• No supplies are required for First Class Pre-K; however, you are welcome to make donations to the teacher's wishlist items below:
  • Baby Wipes
  • Disinfectant Wipes
  • Disinfectant Spray
  • Variety sized bandaids 
  • Kleenex
  • Paper towels
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Bottled hand soap
  • Ziploc bags (quart or gallon) 

If your child needs additional services, please contact Mrs. Kimmel at kimmels@russellcsd.net or the Special Education Director, Dr. Relf, at relfv@russellcsd.net.  

The Pre-K classes are located at the following Russell County School District schools:

Dixie Elementary    334-468-5353 / 4914 Hwy 80 West, Opelika, AL 36804 

Ladonia Elementary   334-468-5805 / 9 Woodland Drive, Phenix City, AL 36869

Mt. Olive Primary     334-468-5100 / 454 Hwy 165, Ft. Mitchell, AL 36856 

Oliver Elementary    334-468-5400 /  77 Longview Street, Seale, AL 36875