Next Stop for Head Start Students: Kindergarten!

posted 5/10/21 -- By now you have probably begun the registration process for your kindergarten-eligible child. If not, this is something you want to do sooner than later. Your timeliness ensures that all screenings will get completed and your child will have a smooth start to the next school year.

Before you register, be sure to verify your child’s eligibility because age cut-offs vary by district. For instance, Lorain City Schools require students to be 5 by August 1, 2021, but Elyria City Schools have the requirement of 5 on or before September 30th.

Most schools will offer online registration, and some offer a mix of office or online. Regardless of how it is done, you can expect to need the following documents:

• Parent Photo ID (license or state ID)
• Child’s Birth Certificate
• Immunization Records
• Custody Papers, if applicable
• 2 Proofs of Residency (lease agreement, mortgage documents, recent utility bills, etc.)
• Emergency Contact List

Your Head Start teachers and family service workers are your partners in preparing your child for this next big milestone. Kindergarten readiness is at the heart of everything we do, including extending our school year!

Reach out if you need any assistance with the transition to kindergarten.