Yikes: Last-Minute School Enrollment Reminders

Is there really only one more week until school starts? Yikes!

If you’re like some of us, you’re (embarrassingly) behind on that “must do” check-list for next Wednesday, Aug. 24: the . Yes, there’s the new clothes, binders and pencils; and lunch makings or school lunch forms.

But what I’m most worried about are the mandatory new requirements from the and the state on and the .

These are make-it-or-no-place-in-class, so reminded a robo-call from the school district last week.

Note: Re-registration is a different process from initial registration. If you’re starting out in the Albany Schools, check the school district’s enrollment page for more information; an appointment is required.

What: Re-registration

Whom: All Albany Unified School District students, K-12

How: Go to the , in portables in .

Bring:

• Parent or guardian’s ID (driver’s license, passport)
• Property deed or rental agreement
• Two other forms proving Albany residence, such as utility bills, W2 forms, bank statement, pay stubs, public assistance documents

Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

For more information: Call 510-558-3762 or check the district website’s re-registration page

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What: State’s new adolescent whooping cough or pertussis vaccination or booster (called Tdap)

Whom: Required for all 2011-12 students entering grades seven to 12

How: Get a vaccine through your health provider or a public clinic. Check the Alameda County Health Department for a list of clinics offering the vaccine, or call 510-267-8000.

Bring: Proof of immunization

Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

For more information: Call the school district at 510-558-3762 or check the new immunization page on the website.

Are you ready for the first day of school? Tell us in the comments.