Preschool, kindergarten registration begins

It’s not quite time to go shopping for crayons and scissors, but registration for the upcoming school year has begun for preschool and kindergarten students.

Before school dismisses for summer, it helps educators to know how many preschoolers and kindergartners are planning to attend in the fall as they determine how many classrooms, instructors and supplies are needed for those age groups.

Here’s information about signups for Wayne County’s five public school districts. Although many local school districts are closed this week for spring break, messages can be emailed or left on voicemail.

Students should be 5 years old before Aug. 1 to enroll in kindergarten.

Information about additional local preschool/childcare programs can be found at in.gov/fssa/carefinder.

Centerville-Abington

Kindergarten registration and screening have begun for Centerville-Abington Community Schools’ Rose Hamilton Elementary. Registration is open through March 28.

Families should complete a registration form at rh.centerville.k12.in.us.

Registration is finalized once kindergarten screening is completed and the child’s birth certificate, immunization records, and proof of residency, such as a utility bill, are submitted to Rose Hamilton.

Preschool registration is available online from April 7-18. A pre-K roundup event will be from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Thursday, April 24, at the school, 1281 Round Barn Road S., Centerville.

For more information, call 765-966-3911.

Western Wayne

Western Wayne Elementary is offering an ice cream social during its April 4 kindergarten roundup at 801 E. Delaware St., Cambridge City.

Reservations are available for 3:30, 4:30 or 5:30 p.m. and should be made by calling 765-478-3622 by March 31 between 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. weekdays.

During the event, families can meet kindergarten teachers, tour the building and classrooms, learn about school and community resources, and enjoy sweet treats with fellow future Eagles.

In addition, WWES has met all requirements to become an accredited preschool. A preschool roundup event is planned between 8:30-11:30 a.m. and 1-4 p.m. Friday, April 11, at the school.

Preschool costs $25 a week per student, however, assistance is available through the Child Care Development Fund for 3-year-olds and On My Way Pre-K assistance for 4-year-olds. Staff will be on hand to help any interested family register for funding.

Email emiller@wwayne.k12.in.us or visit wwes.wwayne.k12.in.us for more information.

Richmond

Richmond Community Schools is offering a combined kindergarten and preschool registration night from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, April 10.

Registration will take place at all of RCS’ elementary buildings, where families can meet teachers.

Addresses and contact information: Charles, 2400 Reeveston Road, 765-973-3441; Crestdale, 701 Crestdale Drive, 765-973-3415; Fairview, 60 N.W. L St., 765-973-3442; Starr, 301 N. 19th St., 765-973-3426; Vaile, 300 S. 14th St., 765-973-3433; and Westview, 1707 S.W. A St., 765-973-3445.

RCS’ preschool is open to ages 3-5.

Families should bring their child’s birth certificate and immunization records to secure their spot for fall.

For more information, visit werrichmond.com.

Northeastern

The Knights are now accepting applications for preschool through 10th grade. Kindergarten roundup is from 9-11 a.m. and 4-6 p.m. Tuesday, April 29, by appointment only.

Required documents are the child’s birth certificate, immunization record, mortgage or rental statement, a utility bill, driver’s license or tax document, and custody/guardianship papers if applicable.

For more information or to make an appointment, call Vanessa Curtis at 765-847-2821, ext. 531, or email vcurtis@nws.k12.in.us.

Northeastern Early Learning Center is offering an open house from 6-7 p.m. Tuesday, May 6, for prospective preschool families.

More information is available at nws.k12.in.us.

Applications and documents from out-of-district families are due June 5.

Nettle Creek

Hagerstown Elementary Schools’ kindergarten roundup takes place during 30-minute appointments Wednesday, April 9, at the school, 299 N. Sycamore St., Hagerstown.

A limited number of slots are available between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Families should enter Door 2 on the parking lot’s north end to reach the LGI Room.

They’re asked to bring the child’s birth certificate, immunization records, photo ID for parent or guardian, a document containing the parent’s name and address to verify residency, and custody paperwork if applicable.

HES has begun enrollment for ages 3-4 in Discovery Preschool. All-day care is available from 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. weekdays and is included in the $100/week tuition.

Enrollment forms are available at wwn.to/ncpe25. Families also need to complete the On My Way application online at OnMyWayPreK.org and submit a $30 non-refundable registration fee at Nettle Creek’s administration office, 297 E. Northmarket St., Hagerstown, to secure a spot.

Summer daycare is offered to HES preschoolers for $100 per week.

After-school care is $75/week for kindergartners until they reach age 6, when they can join Boys & Girls Clubs of Wayne County’s HES Unit.

For more information, call 765-489-4543, ext. 1002, or email ebryant@nettlecreek.k12.in.us.