CAREER CENTER PRESCHOOL

CAREER CENTER PRESCHOOL is a public prekindergarten school that is part of the Mesa County Valley School District No. 51 school district, located in GRAND JUNCTION, CO with about 108 students.

The CAREER CENTER PRESCHOOL, located at 2935 North Avenue in Grand Junction, Colorado, operates as a unique educational facility integrated within the Mesa County Valley School District 51 Career Center. Because it is housed within a vocational and technical training hub, the preschool serves a dual purpose: it provides high-quality early childhood education to local children while simultaneously acting as a "living laboratory" for high school students enrolled in the district’s Early Childhood Education career pathway.

This arrangement creates a collaborative learning environment where high schoolers gain hands-on experience by working under the supervision of professional educators to plan lessons, lead activities, and support child development. For the preschoolers, the program offers a structured, play-based curriculum that emphasizes social-emotional growth, foundational academic skills, and creative exploration. By bridging the gap between secondary vocational training and early childhood development, the CAREER CENTER PRESCHOOL provides a nurturing space for young children while preparing the next generation of educators for careers in the field.

For more information, contact CAREER CENTER PRESCHOOL at (970) 254-5100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.