Specifications include, but are not limited to: Providing an early childhood curriculum. The Alexandria City Public Schools Virginia Preschool Initiative (VPI) program is a full-day preschool program offered to children who are four years old by September 30, and who meet the eligibility requirements of the program. Licensed early childhood teachers implement a play-based program with emphasis on facilitating language development, social skills, problem solving, and motor skills. Math, Science, Literacy, Social Studies, Art, Music, and Physical activities are incorporated into the daily schedule. The Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) program serves students between the ages of 2 years old by September 30 through 4 years old who are eligible for special education services through Child Find. Licensed ECSE teachers implement a play-based special education program with emphasis on providing services to students with an individualized developmental delay or disability.