. >> reporter: abbey page loves cinderel cinderella. her mother knew she was ready for pre-k. but she didn't know she had to sign up. >> if it wasn't for this program, she would not be going to preschool. >> reporter: thanks to philadelphia' philadelphia's free pre-k, little abbey still has a chance. a little victory earlier this week means the program can move forward without any concerns. >> one call to a case manager can guide parents through the process. about 100 seats are still available. a few questions can determine eligibility for other programs as well. including heating assistance and before and aftercare. >> we're starting off with 2 ,000, but our goal is to add students every year, but also move the sector to increase the number of providers across the city. >> in less than two weeks, abbey will set foot in a classroom for the first time. the single mother has been unemployed and hopes this change can benefit her too. >> especially with no income, i have to do what i have to do. so if she starts school, i can go find a job. >>> new at this hour, a fight against th