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June 1 - July 28, 2026
Monday - Thursday
8 am - 5 pm

School site: Hilltop Elementary

Breakfast and lunch provided

Eligibility Questions
Early Learning Coalition of Florida's Heartland
(941) 255-1650

  1. Register online for Certificate of Eligibility at www.elcfloridasheartland.org

  2. Please refer to the HCSD Curriculum Department's webpage for certificate registration instructions: https://www.hardee.k12.fl.us/page/curriculum

  3. After Certificate of Eligibility has been received, make an appointment to register for the Summer VPK by calling (863) 773-2750

  4. Bring the following documents to complete registration: Certificate of Eligibility, current shot record, social security card, birth certificate, current physical, and form of identification.

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