Newcomers:
kindergartners

Requirements

Kindergartners must be 5 years old on or before September 1.

Documents required at registration for enrollment:

• Birth certificate (copy acceptable)
• Current immunization records
• Physical examination (PDF)
• Current physical and mailing address and phone numbers of students and parents
• Names and phone numbers of emergency contacts and individuals who may pick up the child from school.
• Copies of legal papers if there is a custody situation

Find your school

Use the online boundary tools to determine which neighborhood school your child can attend, or learn about the many alternative programs available.

All schools provide tours to interested parents. While walk-in requests may be accommodated, it’s best to call ahead and schedule a convenient time.

In the spring, some schools choose to hold roundup events to introduce kindergartners to their school. Of those that do, the type of activity, date and time vary. If you have a soon-to-be-kindergartner, check with your neighborhood school to see if they have an event planned.

Orientation

After registration, schools will contact families to arrange appointments for orientations.

Kindergarten teachers will meet individually with parents and students for a brief orientation and assessment activities the week before school starts. This information assists teachers in making decisions about classroom instruction and helps establish a positive partnership between the home and the school. Call Elementary Education, 907-742-4254, for more information.

Welcome to the Kindergarten Year

The video below will give you a good idea of what to expect when your child starts kindergarten.