Hillsborough County VPK Summer Bridge Program
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The Frame
Eligible families can access free, targeted literacy instruction for their children before they start kindergarten to help meet readiness benchmarks.
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Incoming kindergarten students
Students meeting specific literacy assessment criteria are eligible to attend the summer program.
Parents of incoming kindergarteners
Parents must provide specific documentation and enroll their children at designated school sites.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The program is free for eligible incoming kindergarten students.
- Eligibility is limited to students who scored below the 25th percentile on the PM3 assessment or did not complete the PM3 assessment.
- The program runs from June 8, 2026, to July 20, 2026.
- Classes are held Monday through Thursday, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
- Instruction focuses on early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills.
- Enrollment requires an eligibility letter and a copy of the Renaissance Parent Report from the PM3 assessment.
- The program is available at 11 specific elementary school locations: Bryan, Chiles, Cypress Creek, Davis, De Soto, Lanier, McKitrick, Roosevelt, Schmidt, Twin Lakes, and Valrico.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if my child is eligible?
What documents do I need to enroll?
Who can I contact for more information?
Why It Matters
Eligible families can access free, targeted literacy instruction for their children before they start kindergarten to help meet readiness benchmarks.
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Discoveries
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Data-Driven Enrollment
Eligibility for the summer program is strictly tied to performance on the PM3 assessment, indicating a data-driven approach to remedial summer services.
Connected Entities
Sources
www.hillsboroughschools.org
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