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We are so thankful … Crystal Lake Preschool is the proud recipient of grant awards from 100+ Women Who Care Benzie County and Benzie County Community Chest. These grants fund our students, the classroom, and our play-based curriculum, as well as new STEM and fine arts enrichment programs for our current and future students. Thanks to generous community support, we are able to grow and serve more Benzie County students and families! Three cheers for 100+ Women, BCCC, and the dedicated teachers and families at Crystal Lake Preschool! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62543783037af756a02a0b0b/d5677e4a-f038-4645-a3f6-c5a29a38896c/IMG_0659.jpeg Home - Our Co-op Model Preschool Community is the heart of our preschool. Crystal Lake Preschool is a parent-supported nonprofit 501c3 preschool that seeks to provide high-quality progressive early childhood education in a nurturing atmosphere. 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Preschool Enrollment Opens March 2nd Enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year is now open! Give your child a strong start in a nurturing and engaging learning environment. Families interested in applying, please review our four-step enrollment process. Spaces fill quickly—be sure to secure your child’s spot! Stay tuned for more details and updates. 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