High Desert Leapin' Lizards

High Desert Leapin' Lizards is a Daycare in Ridgecrest, CA, located at 1311 N Norma St. It holds a rating of 3.00 based on 0 reviews.

High Desert Leapin' Lizards is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in Ridgecrest, California, in 1995. Governed by a Board of Directors, the organization provides quality services and resources to support youth and families. It operates free half-day preschool programs for two, three, and four-year-olds at Faller, Inyokern, and Pierce locations. The curriculum emphasizes physical development, health, safety, nutrition, music, and movement. The organization also manages After School Education and Safety Programs (ASES) and Expanded Learning Opportunities Programs (ELOP) at multiple sites, including Theodore H. Faller Elementary, Pierce Academy of the Arts, Inyokern Elementary, Gateway Elementary, Richmond Elementary, and Las Flores Elementary. These programs provide before and after school care with specific hours, such as 6:45 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and 3:15 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Pierce Academy. The organization aims to enrich the lives of participating children and families while increasing community resources.

The organization was awarded the Jhumki Basu Foundation Special Focus Award for the Partnering for Excellence: Innovations in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Education competition. This recognition resulted from strong partnerships with Sierra Sands Unified School District, Cerro Coso Community College, and the Naval Air Warfare Center. The corporate office is located at 730 N. Norma St, Unit D, with business hours from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Preschool enrollment applications are available April 14, 2025, with open enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year from June 9 to June 20. Students must be three years old, and families can call 760-499-1770 or 760-499-1772 for appointments.

High Desert Leapin' Lizards brings decades of nonprofit experience to Ridgecrest, combining early childhood education with comprehensive after-school support for local families.

High Desert Leapin' Lizards continues to serve Ridgecrest families with dedicated preschool and afterschool programs.

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