676205 - SWVPP - FY27 Community-Based Provider Application

The Iowa Department of Education is accepting non‑competitive applications from qualified Community‑Based Providers to operate a Statewide Voluntary Preschool Program for four‑year‑old children for the 2026‑2027 fiscal year. Providers must meet foundational requirements—including a licensed teacher with a pre‑kindergarten endorsement, ADA‑compliant facilities, SmartTeach GOLD® technology, and an approved Student Information System—before being scored on collaboration, program description, implementation plan, and budget. Funding is allocated per‑enrolled student and awarded after the Department’s review process. • Must hold a BOEE‑issued practitioner’s license with pre‑K endorsement. • Facility must meet square‑footage and ADA standards. • Provide SmartTeach GOLD® assessment capability and an approved SIS. • Submit a comprehensive application (cover page, assurances, stakeholder collaboration, program plan, budget) by August 21, 2026. • Awards announced September 4, 2026; program runs July 22, 2026 – June 30, 2027.