Pasco Sets Kindergarten Preregistration Date

Pasco County parents who want to get a jump on the next school year can preregister their children for kindergarten.

District-wide preregistration is set for Monday, May 4 at all elementary schools in Pasco. The school district recommends parents contact the appropriate school in their area for more details about orientation events. A complete list of schools is available on the county’s website.

In order to register an incoming kindergartener, these requirements must be met:

• The child must be 5 on or before Sept. 1, 2015
• Parents must be able to present the child’s birth certificate or other proof of birth date
• A health examination must be completed and HRS Form 3040 presented to the school
• An HRS Certificate of Immunization must also be presented at the time of registration
• Proof of Florida residency, such as a current utility bill, lease agreement, driver’s license or state ID card must also be presented

Parents who want general information about kindergarten can call Courtney Lough at the district for more details. She can be reached at 727-774-2780, 813-794-2780 or 352-524-2780.

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