Important Dates

Parents are encouraged to apply and complete the DIAL 4 screening by May 2026.
This timeline provides the dates, deadlines, and events related to the application process for the 2026-2027 school year:
- January 7, 2026 - Online and paper application process opens at noon
- January 22, 2026 -Application Assistance Night
- In Person, 5:30-7:00 PM, Cooper River CAS
- February - 2026 - DIAL 4 screenings begin- you will be prompted to schedule a screening on the online application.
- May 15, 2026 (Round 1) Qualification/waitlist notifications will be sent by this date to the email that was given on the application.
- July 15, 2026 (Round 2) - Qualification/waitlist notifications will be sent by this date to the email that was given on the application.
Contact Us
For general questions about Pre-K/Child Development, call 843-937-7914 or email ccsdprek@charlestoncountyschools.gov