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Mary A. Otondo Elementary School

Home of the Coyotes

Preschool

Preschool

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Otondo is proud of our five-star preschool, which lays a strong foundation for our youngest Coyotes. With strong family and community partnerships, Otondo continues to grow and thrive.

First Things First Preschool

Quality First 5 STAR Program A Scholarship-based preschool program Students must: • Be 4 years old before September 1 of the current school year • Live within the district • Meet income eligibility requirements Schedule: Tuesday–Friday 8:15 a.m.–3:45 p.m. • Breakfast and lunch provided (meal application required) • Transportation not provided

Exceptional Student Services (ESS) Preschool

Serves children eligible under IDEA and Arizona Department of Education regulations Child Find screening, evaluation, and eligibility determination available Coordination with AzEIP and DDD for preschool transitions Schedule: Tuesday–Friday Morning Session: 8:15 a.m.–11:40 a.m. Afternoon Session: 12:40 p.m.–3:45 p.m. • Transportation provided

Tuition Based

4 or 5 Day Preschool Program $155/week Schedule: Tuesday - Friday 8:15 a.m. - 3:45 p.m. $185/week Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:15 a.m. - 3:45 p.m. Students must: • Be 3 years old by August 31st of the current school year • Live within the district • Breakfast and lunch provided (meal application required) • Transportation not provided

Contact the Office

For questions or inquiries about the Preschool Program, please contact the District Preschool Administrative Office

District Address: 601 S. 5th Avenue, Yuma, AZ 85364

​​​​​​Meal Application Information

 

Preschool Program Contact
Guadalupe Herrera, Preschool Secretary, 928-502-4410

Wendy Maldonado, Preschool Secretary, 928-502-4410

Migrant Program Contact
Maria Gaona, Migrant Coordinator, 928-502-4381