Page one of a July 10, 2026 letter from Essexville-Hampton Public Schools to EHPS families and community members. The letter explains that the district will not move forward with acquiring the Little Saints building but has developed a plan to maintain every early childhood enrollment commitment for the 2026–2027 school year. Bush Elementary will house full-day daycare and the toddler program in two rooms with a combined capacity of 50 students. Verellen Elementary will house GSRP and half-day preschool. First grade will remain at Bush Elementary. The letter emphasizes that this is a one-year plan while the district continues searching for a permanent early childhood facility.

July 10, 2026

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Justin Kruskie

Essexville-Hampton Public Schools has shared an important update regarding early childhood programming for the 2026–2027 school year.

Every child currently enrolled or planning to enroll in preschool, daycare, toddler programming, or GSRP will have a seat this fall. Additional details about program locations, next steps, and our continued search for a permanent early childhood facility are included in the attached letter and FAQ.

An optional virtual town hall will be held on Thursday, July 16 at 6:00 p.m.

Join here:
https://www.e-hps.net/ec-town-hall