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Georgia’s Pre-K Program Change Request Process

Georgia’s Pre-K Program Change Request Process
Georgia’s Pre-K Program is generally non-transferable. When a center is sold after entering into a Georgia’s Pre-K grant agreement with Bright from the Start, change of ownership requirements must be met as determined by Bright from the Start before a determination can be made as to the transferring of the Pre-K program to the new owner. Entities applying for transfer of classes must be agents who are eligible to receive prekindergarten funds as specified in the Georgia’s Pre-K Program Providers’ Operating Guidelines.

A request to continue services does not guarantee continuation of funding for the new owner. Funding decisions are at the discretion of Bright from the Start.

Georgia’s Pre-K payments are placed on hold during the change of ownership process. Entities requesting a change of ownership should not base business decisions on the assumption that Georgia’s Pre-K will automatically approve the continuation of Pre-K classes once a request is processed. The Pre-K Division will notify the new owner of the continuation status of the Pre-K classes after the Child Care Services Division issues a valid license.

If the transfer of the Pre-K program is approved, the payment will be released, and the new owner may continue delivery of Pre-K services. It is understood that all equipment, supplies, and materials purchased for the Pre-K program remain with the program. It is also understood that the new owner accepts the conditions of the Pre-K grant agreement for the current school year. Refer to section 21.5 in the Pre-K Program Providers’ Operating Guidelines for additional information.

Entities requesting a change of ownership must submit all information and documentation required by both the Pre-K Division and the Applicant Services Unit of the Child Care Services Division.

Documents List
  • Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification (Form W-9)
  • Supplier (Vendor) Management Form Instructions
  • Supplier (Vendor) Management Form
  • Pre-K Change of Ownership Request Application
  • Online Access Agreement for PANDA (Pre-K Application and Database Access) System
  • Delegation of Authority from School District to Board of Education Form
  • Change Addendum Form for Contract Signatory
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