Great Start Readiness Program

  • preK for allGSRP is a school readiness program designed to prepare children for kindergarten and to pave the way for success in school. GSRP is funded through a grant from the State of Michigan and is free for everyone. Parent participation and home visits are required.

    A child must be four years old on or before December 1st of the school year. While priority is given to children who are four by September 1st, those turning four between September 1st and December 1st can also enroll. Students must live in Michigan.

    • Cost: Free for everyone
    • Hours: Monday - Thursday from 9:00 am- 4:00 pm
    • Class Size: Limited to 18 students
    • Transportation: Available to district residents

GSRP Enrollment

  • Both steps must be completed before a child is completely registered. 

    Step 1

    Complete the 2025-26 Registration Packet. A printed copy can be picked up during regular hours from the Dooley Center main office if you do not have access to a printer. 

    Step 2 

    Make an appointment to return your registration information: 

    • 2025-26 Registration Packet
    • Proof of Residency (2 items are required) NO JUNK MAIL
    • Parent/Guardian ID (Driver's License, State ID or Passport)
    • Proof of Custody (when applicable)
    • Original Birth Certificate
      • If you do not have your child’s birth certificate, please use one of the resources below to obtain an original certificate. 
        • Order online at www.vitalchek.com
        • Go to courthouse of the county where the child was born
        • Call the State of Michigan Vital Records by phone at (517) 335-8656
    • Current Immunization Records
    • Proof of Income

Dooley Center Enrollment

Early Childhood Care

  • Early Childhood Care is available to students who are also enrolled at the Dooley Center in 3-year-old tuition preschool, 4-year-old tuition preschool, GSRP or Head Start. 

    • Days: Monday - Friday
    • Hours:
      • 7:00 - 9:00 a.m.
      • 3:00 - 6:00 p.m.
    • Rates:
      • $5.50/hour, minimum one hour for AM or PM

    Early Childhood Care registration information will be shared upon completion of registration in another Dooley Center program. For more information, please visit the Early Childhood Care page.