Zagbëgon: An Early Learning & Development Academy

To inquire about registration, please email Zagbëgon.Enrollment@PokagonBand-nsn.gov

Preschool Eligibility:

• Must be at least 3 years old by Sept 1
  • Tier 1: Pokagon Band citizens, siblings, and/or residents in a Pokagon household;
  • Tier 2: Other Native Americans;
  • Tier 3: All Other
  • Special consideration will be given to PBOPI and Four Winds employees

2026-2027 Preschool Important Dates List

If your child will be enrolling in Zagbëgon Kindergarten, please complete the application using this link via Brightwheel: Kindergarten Application

2026 - 2027 K - 1 Schedule

Zagbëgon: An Early Learning & Development Academy

Zagbëgon means sprouts in Potawatomi. Our Zagbëgon have grown from seeds and now have their own roots. Zagbëgon are peeking out from gokmeskinan (our grandmother earth) so they can look about their world and begin to form their identities and grow stronger with all of creation.

Mission Statement: To serve children, families and community by creating a safe and nurturing environment that provides social, emotional, spiritual, physical, and academic support.

Hours of Operation
7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Phone: (269) 783-2469
Fax: (269) 782-8680
Address: 58620 Sink Road, Dowagiac, MI