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Pre-K Options at RSS
Pre-K Options at RSS
Title I Pre-K
The Title I Pre-K classrooms are located at Knollwood, Hurley, Koontz, North Rowan, and Hanford-Dole elementary schools. Students must reside in Rowan County, be 4 years old by August 31, 2026, and demonstrate an educational need during the screening process. Screening applications will be available online from February 2 until February 27, 2026 at 3:30 p.m.
NC Pre-K / SmartStart
The NC Pre-K classrooms are located at China Grove, Shive, Granite Quarry, Morgan, Overton, and West Rowan elementary schools. Students are selected and placed in these classrooms based on the SmartStart Rowan eligibility and application process. Applications are open all year and can be accessed here:
All documents required on the applications must be emailed to: ncprek@smartstartrowan.org
For questions or support:
704-630-9085
Where are RSS Pre-K Programs Located?
Rowan-Salisbury Schools offers several Pre-K programs across the district, providing young learners with a strong foundation for academic and social success. Each program is designed to support early development and prepare children for kindergarten and beyond.
Title I Pre‑K Classrooms
NC Pre‑K (SmartStart Rowan) Classrooms
EC Pre-K Classrooms
For questions about Title I Pre-K classrooms, please email Emily Teeter
For any additional Pre-K inquiries at Rowan-Salisbury Schools, please email Kelly Street