Registration for the Helena-West Helena School District’s Pre-K Academy and Kindergarten for the 2026-27 school year is now open!
Who is Eligible?
Pre-K Academy: Open to any three- or four-year-old scholar who turns the eligible age on or before August 1, 2026.
Kindergarten: Open to any scholar who turns five years old on or before August 1, 2026.
Onsite Registration Dates
School staff will assist families with the enrollment process during our onsite registration dates. Parents and guardians are encouraged to stop by to speak with our staff to start registration:
Wednesday, January 28 | 2:00-4:00 p.m.
Thursday, January 29 | 4:00-6:00 p.m.
J.F. Wahl Elementary Library
Why Early Learning Matters?
Give your child the strongest start possible! High-quality early childhood education offers lifelong benefits:
High-quality Pre-K strengthens early language, literacy, and math skills so children enter kindergarten ready to learn, compared to children who do not attend.
Children who attend quality Pre-K are more likely to do better in elementary school and beyond.
Research finds children who attend strong preschool programs are less likely to be held back or referred to special education in early grades—helping them stay on track with their peers.
Children in high-quality early childhood programs show gains in social skills and fewer behavior problems—skills that help them learn and make friends in school.
Attending an early childhood program can lead to higher graduation rates, better jobs, and improved health later in life.
High-quality Pre-K can help close achievement gaps by giving all children a level playing field before kindergarten.
If you have questions, please call J.F. Wahl Elementary at 870-338-4404 to speak with Ms. Campbell.