Pre-K Registration

Pre-K registration is for children who are four years old by September 30, 2026. Registration is open as of February 2, 2026. You must apply for the school you are currently zoned for. Check your zoned school here. 

* If you are applying to Peabody Montessori or Rosenthal Montessori, please use this Magnet/Montessori application.

* If you are applying to Bolton Academy, please use this Bolton Academy application. 

GUIDELINES 

To be accepted for Pre-K, the parent/guardian must complete a Pre-K application, provide the necessary documentation, and complete the Pre-K screener at their zoned school during on-site registration the week of March 16th. Schools will make every effort for your child to receive an acceptance or waitlist letter by June 1st. If all required documents are not received, your child will be automatically withdrawn and placed at the bottom of the waiting list. 

The following documents are required at on-site registration. 

• Child’s Birth Certificate
• Child’s Social Security Card
• Up-to-Date Shot Record
• Proof of Residence
• Proof of Income- 2 most recent consecutive pay stubs, SNAP/Food Stamp Benefits

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

1. Complete the Pre-K Registration application. 
2. Have the following documents ready to upload when registering your child:

• Photo ID (Driver’s license, State-issued ID, or Military ID)
• Child’s Birth Certificate 
• Child’s Social Security Card
• Up-to-Date Shot Record
• Proof of Income (at least one for every adult - 18 yrs or older living in the home) 
  • Acceptable forms: 
    • 2 consecutive pay statements 
    • Official letter from the employer
    • Statement of No Income
    • Declaration of Irregular Employment form
    • SNAP Benefits Statement
    • Letter from Social Security Administration

3. If the person completing the application is not listed on the Birth certificate, then either court-issued custody papers, or a Non-Legal Custodian Affidavit must be submitted.
4. One(1) current utility bill showing the physical residence address for service at that address within the school’s attendance zone AND
5. One (1) of the following that shows the location of residence within the district:
   • Mortgage documents or property deed; or
   • Apartment or home lease.
   • If the parent/child lives with a family or friend, that person is to provide a Residence Affidavit (contact your zoned school for the affidavit) in addition to one of the above-listed documents. 
6. Two Proofs of Residence with your name, address, and date
7. Applicants will receive an approval or waitlist letter from their zoned school.  

Pre-K Registration Steps 

Step 1

If you are applying for Pre-K at Peabody Montessori or Rosenthal Montessori, do not apply here. Please use this Montessori application.  

If you are applying for Pre-K at Bolton Academy, please use this Bolton Academy application. 

Apply for zoned school Pre-K with this application only.

Step 2

Wait to receive a phone call from the school at which you applied for the date and time of your child’s Pre-K on-site registration and screening during the month of March. 

Step 3

Wait to receive the approval or waitlist letter from your school. Once that letter is received, proceed to the next step. 

Step 4

Tuesday, August 11, 2026 - Mandatory Parent Meeting.  Time to Be Determined.

A Parent/Guardian MUST attend the parent meeting for your child to remain in the Pre-K program. If not, your child will be automatically placed at the bottom of the waitlist.