What is Project Shine?
Project Shine is a West Des Moines Community Education program that is funded through Polk County Empowerment. Project Shine provides an opportunity for preschool aged children to attend a quality preschool program regardless of income. Project Shine offers preschool registration and tuition fee payment, fun home visits and great information for parents of preschoolers.

Who is eligible?
To qualify, your family/child must meet these guidelines:
1. Your child must be age three by September 15 of the school year you are enrolling for.  Children may attend preschool one and/or two years before kindergarten.
2. Your family must live within the West Des Moines Community School District.
3. Your family income must meet Project Shine guidelines.

What preschool would my child attend?
The Project Shine Coordinator will work closely with you to find an area preschool that meets certain quality standards and fits the needs of your child.

How do I determine if my child is eligible?
If you qualify for free/reduced lunch or for services through Human Services, you may already qualify. All participants need to fill out a PROJECT SHINE APPLICATION, which is available by calling Holly Burns, Project Shine Coordinator, at (515) 633-5010 or e-mailing her at burnsh@wdmcs.org.
**PLEASE NOTE - There are new higher limits for Fall 2006.

How can I get more information?
Please call Holly Burns, Project Shine Coordinator, at (515) 633-5010 with questions or for further information regarding this program.