About ECEAP at NWESD 189
The Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP) is a preschool program funded by Washington State’s Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF).
For School Districts
This program is currently offered to Bellingham Public Schools, Sedro-Woolley School District, Burlington-Edison School District and Concrete School District. If you have questions or would like to discuss, please contact Maureen Hodge at mhodge@nwesd.org.
What’s offered?
- Classes are five days per week, six hours per day.
- Classes follow the school district calendar.
- Children are in an inclusive learning environment.
- Transportation is provided.
This program is open to children who are 3 or 4 years old.
Currently, families must reside in the Bellingham, Burlington-Edison, Concrete and Sedro-Woolley school districts.
Families who meet at least one of the following criteria may qualify:
- Living on a limited income, as defined by ECEAP.
- Child participated in Early Head Start.
- Child has an IFSP (Individualized Family Service Plan).
- Child has an IEP (Individualized Education Plan).
- Child is homeless per McKinney-Vento.
- Children in foster or kinship care.
If you don’t meet one of these criteria, you may still be able to enroll depending on space availability. Check with our team.
ECEAP Interest Form
Thank you for your interest in ECEAP! Once you submit this form, one of our staff members will reach out to you with more information.
For families and guardians:
Fill out this application and then email a copy to eceap@nwesd.org.