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Everything You Need To Know About Kindergarten Registration in Wappingers

Parents need a number of documents to register their children for kindergarten in Wappingers Central School District.

HOPEWELL JUNCTION, NY—Kindergarten registration is ongoing at Wappingers Central School District. If your child is eligible for enrollment in Brinckerhoff, Fishkill, Fishkill Plains, Gayhead, James S. Evans, Kinry Road, Myers Corners, Oak Grove, Sheafe Road and Vassar Road elementary schools, here's what you need to know.

Parents enrolling children in any of these schools will need a few documents.

New York State law requires that all incoming kindergarten students have a physical and a dental health exam before entering school. Parents must supply 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.

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Parents should provide their child's birth certificate to prove the child's age. To prove the guardian's identity, a valid, government-issued driver or non-driver ID card can be presented. If applicable, produce proof of guardianship. Proof of residency is required and could include a tax bill, driver's license, utility bill, paycheck stub or tax return, among other items.

For more information, contact the individual schools or the Wappingers Central School District.

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