SUBMITTED BY DAN DIVILIO | KENT COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
The dates have been set for Kent County Public Schools' pre-kindergarten and kindergarten registration.
To register, contact your child’s home school to schedule an appointment.
"A strong early childhood experience plays a major role in shaping a child's development and helping them grow and learn," said Gina Jachimowicz, director of teaching and learning for Kent County Public Schools.
The registration dates and school contact information are as follows:
• Registration for Galena Elementary School will be held Monday, April 25; call 410-810-2510 for an appointment.
• H.H. Garnet Elementary School’s registration is scheduled for Tuesday, April 26; call 410-778-6890.
• Rock Hall Elementary School registration is set for Wednesday, April 27; call 410-810-2622.
Children are required by the State of Maryland to attend kindergarten before going into first grade. All children who turn 5 years old before Sept. 1 are required to register and attend kindergarten.
Kent County Public Schools offers full-day pre-K free to all local children who will be 4 years old on or before Sept. 1. The pre-K program provides classroom experiences that help prepare early learners for school.
Families should bring to their registration appointment the following documents:
• the child’s birth certificate
• completed Immunization and Health Inventory forms
• proof of residence, such as a utility bill, tax bill or lease agreement
• the child’s Social Security card
• the parent’s driver’s license or government-issued photo ID
• proof of custody if not a birth parent.
Families registering for pre-K are asked to provide income information as part of the registration process. Information on service options and programs will be provided to those who qualify.
Visit www.kent.k12.md.us/EarlyChildhoodEducation.aspx for additional information about the elementary schools or call your elementary school with any questions.
Do you have a child that will be 3 years old on or before Sept. 1?
If so, please complete the Kent County Public Schools 3-year-old Program Interest Survey.
This information will help determine the need for expanding our current early childhood program offerings.
Go to https://forms.gle/cNMD94WKLgdgoa3e9 to complete the online interest survey.
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