Public Schools of Robeson County

Kindergarten Countywide Registration Procedure

Welcome to the Public Schools of Robeson County. The following information will guide you through enrolling your child as a new kindergarten student in our school district. We look forward to working with you and your child throughout their education. The window for 2023 Kindergarten Registration will begin March 20, 2023 and end March 31, 2023. More details are available below.

• • Proof of Residency - (2) Proof of residency to include a signed lease agreement, utility bill (gas, water, internet, or electric) in your name, rental receipt, current listing on income tax forms, personal property tax listings.
  • Proof of Age - child’s certified birth certificate or other documented proof of age (Examples: certified birth certificate; or a certified religious record which shows your date of birth and was recorded before age 5. Other Examples: If you cannot obtain the preferred evidence of your child’s age, you will be asked for other convincing evidence that shows the date of birth or age at a certain time such as: school records; a certified statement signed by the physician or midwife who was present at your birth; insurance policies; a passport; a delayed birth certificate, or an immigration or naturalization record.)
  • Immunization Record - must meet NC immunization requirements and the Board of Education's immunization policy. NC Law requires Kindergarten students to have an up to date immunization record and completed Health Assessment. For the required immunizations for kindergarten entry please visit https://immunize.nc.gov/schools/pdf/k_school_vaccine.pdf
  • The required Health Assessment form can be obtained from the school office or by visiting NC Health Transmittal Form (The form should be completed during the time of your child’s wellness visit. Submit the completed form within the first 30 days of school.)
  • Contact your elementary school in your district to pick up an enrollment packet and obtain a date to finalize the registration process at the school.

Age is generally the only criterion for children entering kindergarten. Students must be five years old on or before August 31. Although there is no other requirement for entering kindergarten, here are some common expectations for new students, according to the N.C. Department of Public Instruction. It is important for parents or guardians to choose the school that serves their address to register their children. Need to confirm your child's school? Call PSRC Transportation (910) 739-4743.

Checklist of Required Documents for Enrollment:

Out of District transfers for Kindergarten should complete the application prior to April 1, 2023.

Any information received will not be used for immigration or tax purposes. If you have any questions, please contact your elementary school.

Enrollment Packet Arrangement

The enrollment packet addresses all necessary documents needed to enroll a student in grades K-12 according to federal and state regulations. To ensure alignment in the district we have provided a checklist of required documents in the enrollment packet.

While some items might be faxed to the school it is necessary to present the following information for enrollment in The Public Schools of Robeson County.

(2) Proofs of Residency

• Proof of Age (Original CERTIFIED birth certificate)
• Immunization Record
• NC Health Assessment Form (all Kindergarten students or students entering PSRC for the first time)
• Student Enrollment Form should be completed by all parents/guardians and filled out in black ink.
• Personal Data Sheet (blue)
• Safe Schools Enrollment Declaration requires that parents, guardians, or legal custodians of all students who transfer into the Public Schools of Robeson County or into another school district, provide a statement as to whether the student is under suspension or expulsion from attendance at a private or public school in this or any other state or has been convicted of felony in this or any other state.
• Annual Health Status Update Form will be provided to inform the School Nurse and MTSS Team on accommodation or health concerns. Make sure all completed forms are provided to your School Nurse.
• McKinney-Vento Eligibility Questionnaire* will be completed and provided to the School Liaison. The copy should be sent to the District Liaison: Mrs. Shaneitha Lee-Nance located at the Central Office.
• Occupational Survey* should be completed by all parents regardless of employment status. Send this form directly to Ms. Jadell Dial Hawks at the Central Office.
• Home Language Survey (blue) to be forwarded to the EL Teacher assigned to each school.
• Military-Connected Student Data Collection Form
• Cumulative Folder Inspection Log (green)
• Scholastic Record (white)
• Test Record Form (yellow)
• Consent for Release/ Exchange of Information will be completed only if the student has a treatment plan or additional academic items are needed (ex. IEP, Section 504, attendance reports, etc.).
• NC Health Assessment Form will be included in the enrollment packet for Kindergarten students or any student entering the PSRC for the first time.
• 506 Form distributed out from Indian Education will be completed by all parents to properly identify eligible students in the district. All forms should be forwarded to Dr. Connie Locklear at IEA.
• Check out card

• A copy should remain at the school

• A copy should remain at the school

*Federal mandated and required in enrollment packet *Out of District Transfers should complete the application prior to April 1, 2023 deadline

Public Schools of Robeson County

Kindergarten Countywide Registration Dates

The link below (Google Form) should be used for your school to provide the TIMS/Transportation Department with names and addresses of the Kindergarten and Pre-K students that will need bus transportation for next year.

PLEASE DO NOT COMPLETE THE GOOGLE FORM FOR STUDENTS THAT DO NOT NEED TRANSPORTATION.

Include current Pre-K students that are already riding the bus this year.

If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Mr. Dwayne Black at 910-671-6000 ext. 1601.

https://docs.google.com/forms/...

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