The Kennett Consolidated School District welcomes you to our district.  Note: Students must have attained the age of 5 years on or before September 30^th for kindergarten. For 1^st grade, students must have attained the age of 6 years on or before September 30^th of the year he or she is to be admitted to first grade or attained the age of five years, seven months before the first day of September and successfully completed a kindergarten program that satisfies the requirements established by Pennsylvania statutes, regulations, and rules.   All registrations will be processed in the Student Registration Office located at the Mary D. Lang Kindergarten Center by appointment only.  You may schedule your appointment by calling (610) 444-4235.

Below is the list of required documents at the time of your scheduled registration appointment:

1.       Two (2) current proofs of residency.  Valid proofs of residency consist of a lease signed by both parties, deed, real estate tax bill, settlement contract, homeowner’s/renter’s insurance policy or current (within 30 days or quarterly) mortgage statement or utility bill (water or electric). Further documentation may be requested at the discretion of the school district.

2.       Parent/Guardian identification:  valid driver’s license, state issued ID or passport

3.       Student’s original birth certificate, baptismal certificate or valid passport

4.       Immunization record 

5.       Parent Registration Statement (provided in the registration packet) Form must be notarized. (fee applicable)

6.       Home Language Survey (provided in the registration packet)

 If applicable: Residency and Guardianship Affidavits will be considered after July 1^st.

1.       If parent/guardian and student are residing in someone else’s home, a notarized Residency Affidavit must be completed by both resident and parent/guardian. At the time of registration appointment all parties must be present. Note: Two (2) proofs of residency and identification of the resident and four (4) proofs of residency and identification of the parent/guardian must be provided when submitting for approval.  Acceptable proofs of residency and identification are listed on the forms.  Forms are included in the registration packet.  Further documentation may be requested at the discretion of the school district. Superintendent will review documentation submitted and provide final approval.

2.       If student is residing with someone other than the parent, a notarized Guardianship Affidavit must be completed by the guardian. Note: Two (2) proofs of residency and identification of the guardian must be provided when submitting for approval.  Further documentation may be requested at the discretion of the school district. Superintendent will review documentation submitted and provide final approval.

3.       If student is placed with a family by a court system or foster agency, an original placement letter is required at the time of the registration appointment.  

For your convenience a notary is available for registration (student enrollment) purposes ONLY. (fee applicable)

 To ensure a smooth transition in the educational needs of your child, the following documents should be provided:

1.       Copy of last report card and/or withdrawal grades if the child previously attended another school.

2.       Copy of unofficial school transcript if student has completed at least half a semester in grades 9-12.

3.       For special education students, a copy of the most recent Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and evaluation report.

4.       504 Service Agreement/Plan 

Once all registration requirements have been met, you may contact the appropriate school (s) regarding orientation programs and class scheduling.

Revised  01/25/13