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PANDA Resources

PANDA (Pre-K Application and Database Access) is the online provider service system for Georgia's Pre-K Program. Through PANDA, providers can submit applications, complete rosters and waiting lists, check on payments, submit their reconciliation, and update site and contact information. The documents below are designed to assist providers with performing these functions in PANDA. For questions about PANDA, please contact Georgia's Pre-K Program at panda.support@decal.ga.gov.

Documents List
  • PANDA Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
  • PANDA Payment Advice Instructions
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  • PANDA Student Data Training Document
  • PANDA Teacher Data Entry Training Document
  • Race & Ethnicity Instructions
  • Student Roster Template 2025 - will be available soon
  • Teacher Roster Tips- Tips for Updating Roster 1 Teacher Data
  • Roster Tips- Entering Roster 1 Student Data
  • PANDA Waiting List Instructions
  • Waiting List Template 2025 - will be available soon
  • PANDA Pre-K Application Manual
  • Reconciliation Form Instructions
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  • PANDA Provider User Management
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  • PANDA Site Update Instructions
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  • Roster Tips: Moving Teachers to Another Class
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