Early Childhood

 "The potential possibilities of any child are the most intriguing

and stimulating in all creation."

 Ray Lyman Wilbur, 1875-1949

St. Mary's County Public Schools recognizes the value of early learning experiences for children.  For information about our early childhood programs and registration information, please click the appropriate program:

Kindergarten

PreKindergarten

 Judith P. Hoyer Early Childhood and Education Center (Judy Center)

Parent Resources:  There are numerous resources available for parents and guardians to locate information about young children.  Contained on this page are just a few sites that can connect you to a variety of other sites.

For additional information regarding Early Childhood Education please contact:

Sharon Thorstensen
Supervisor of Instruction for Early Childhood and Elementary Education
21360 Moakley Street, Suite 101
Leonardtown, Maryland 20650
301-475-5511, ext. 115
301-475-4229, FAX
ssthorstensen@smcps.org