Brick Schools Preparing To Open Kindergarten Registration

BRICK, NJ -- Kindergarten registration for the 2016-17 school year will begin next Tuesday, according to the Brick Township School District website.

Children who turn 5 on or before Oct. 1, 2016 are eligible to register for kindergarten, the district’s announcement says.

Registration will be held at the district’s Central Administration office, 101 Hendrickson Ave., Brick, daily from Tuesday through Thursday, Feb. 18, from 8 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Evening registration will be available from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 11 and Feb. 18, the district’s announcement says.

Parents seeking to register their child must bring the following:

• A completed registration packet, which can be found here;
• An original birth certificate with a raised seal;
• Two proofs of residency;
• Immunization records showing the child is up to date on all immunizations;

Proof of Residency in the Parent(s)/Guardian name is required. Acceptable documentation includes:

• Property Tax Bill
• Deed, Lease/Rental receipt including the property address
• Mortgage Information
• Contract of Sale.
• Utility bills or digital driver’s license will be accepted as a second proof only

The penalty of a pro-rated tuition and litigation charges will be assessed if the child is enrolled in violation of the residency requirement.

Immunzation requirements:

• DTaP (4 doses*)
• Polio (3 doses*)
• Measles (2 doses**- MMR PREFERRED: or may submit laboratory results indicating immunity to Measles, Mumps and Rubella for 2nd MMR dose)
• Rubella**
• Mumps (1 dose**)
• Heptitis B (3 doses)
• Varicella (Or proof of chicken pox)

(*1 dose must be after 4th birthday; **Must be given after 1st birthday)

Physical exam must occur within one year of school entry, be in writing and signed by an M.D., D.O. or C.N.P. The physician must state: This is a well-child without restriction; or list all medical restrictions and/or medications, etc.

Exemptions

Medical: Provide a valid note from a doctor. This must be renewed yearly. Religious: Application for religious exemption must be submitted for legal review.

The district’s phone number is 732-785-3000 Ext. 1067.