It finally happened—my baby is old enough for Pre-K. I circled the application date on the calendar in red marker, made a spreadsheet (yes, I’m that mom), and said a little prayer when I hit "submit." I dreamed about tiny backpacks, fresh crayons, and that adorable first-day-of-school photo.
Then... the letter arrived.
You know the one—plain envelope, official-looking, and stuffed with just enough disappointment to ruin your day.
“Your child has been placed on a waitlist.”
Waitlist?! Cue the dramatic music. My dreams of structured learning and snack-time storytelling were crushed in one bland sentence. I had no idea what came next—or if anything came next at all.
But then, I found a lifeline.
✨ Enter: The Children’s Coalition for Northeast Louisiana. ✨
These amazing folks have the inside scoop on current Pre-K openings by parish, and they’re here to help parents like you and me who’ve found themselves stuck in waitlist limbo. Whether you’re in East Carroll, Lincoln, Ouachita, Morehouse, Richland, or Franklin, they’ve gathered the info you need to find real options, not just crossed fingers.
They’ll walk you through the next steps, help you understand your options, and maybe even point you toward a placement that fits your child just right. Think of them as your Pre-K matchmakers. 💌
📍Ready to explore openings by parish?
Click the link below and let the Children's Coalition guide your next move:
👉 East Carroll Parish
And hey, if you’re feeling a little deflated—you're not alone. This parenting thing is a wild ride. But with the right support, that waitlist doesn’t have to be the end of your story.
It’s just the pause before your little one’s next big adventure. 💛
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