Pre-K registration for the 2026-27 school year will begin March 2 at Liberty Central School District.

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

All eligible applications received by March 31 will be included in a lottery, to be held April 10, if needed. Any applications filed after March 31, and those not selected in the lottery, will be added to a waitlist. All slots will be full day.

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.

Families are asked to bring the following to their appointment, along with a completed pre-k registration packet:

• 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)
• The child’s health insurance card
• Custody papers, if applicable