Everything You Need To Know To Register For Kindergarten in Pearl River

Pearl River, NY—It's not too early to register for kindergarten. Children whose fifth birthday falls on or before December 31, 2017, may be registered for the 2017-18 school year in the Pearl River School District.

Kindergarten registration/screening takes place on March 1, 2, 7, and 9. Make an appointment by contacting the elementary schools: Evans Park at 620-3950, Franklin Avenue at 620-3965 or Lincoln Avenue at 620-3850. All actual appointments will be held at the Pearl River School District office at 135 West Crooked Hill Road. While geographic boundaries serve as a general guideline, for assigning schools, class size, special education and ENL programming will also be factored in.

Parents may need to bring a few up-to-date documents.

New York State law requires that all incoming kindergarten students have a physical and a dental health exam before entering school. Parents must bring a certificate stamped by a doctor, physician's assistant or nurse practitioner describing the student's physical condition. A current immunization record or proof of exemption must also be submitted.

Parents should bring the following identification to prove the child's age: a birth certificate, baptismal certificate or passport to prove the child's age. To prove the guardian's identity, bring as a valid, state-issued driver or non-driver ID card, a state or military picture ID. If applicable, bring proof of guardianship. Two forms that prove residency are required and can include a tax bill, driver's license, utility bill, paycheck stub or tax return.