• Registration: There are open slots available for the 2026-27 pre-kindergarten class, and a lottery will not take place. Remaining seats will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Kindergarten registration is also now open. Find more information about registration for the programs here.
  • Construction update: Construction work has begun on the maintenance building. The walkway behind the district office from Winthrop Avenue to the high school is closed until further notice. Also, the athletic field and track area is no longer accessible to the public.  The area will be closed as construction continues. The soccer fields remain open.

Pre-K Registration

Pre-K registration for the 2026-2027 school year

Pre-K registration for the 2026-27 school year began March 2.

Eligible pre-kindergarten students must be residents of the Liberty Central School District and turn 4 years old before Dec. 1, 2026.

There will be four classes at Liberty Elementary School with a total of 72 spots for students. There were still slots available after the March 31, so a lottery will not be held for placements. All remaining slots will be filled on a first-come first served basis.   All slots will be full day.

How to register for pre-kindergarten

Pre-K registration is held at Liberty School District’s Registration Office, 115 Buckley St., Liberty. To make an appointment call Heather Austin at 845-292-5400, ext. 2331.

Please bring the following, along with a completed pre-k registration packet, to your appointment:

  • A copy of the parent/guardian’s photo ID
  • The child’s birth certificate
  • Proof of residency (such as a utility bill or rental lease)
  • Immunization records, including proof of lead screen
  • Copy of a recent physical exam (must include all school physical exam requirements; please check with doctor)
  • Current health insurance card
  • Custody papers, if applicable

Questions about Pre-K?

Check out our FAQs here.