Kindergarten Enrollment Process
Kindergarten enrollment requires the same items to register 1st - 12th graders, with the addition of the following items. We encourage you to visit the Enrollment page to fill out and send in your forms/documentation as soon as possible. Children must be 5 on or before September 1, 2025, to enroll. Students who turn 5 between September 2 and December 1 may still be enrolled with a waiver completed by the parent.
- Hearing/Vision Screening - We are happy to announce the Barry-Eaton Health Department will have appointments available on Kindergarten Visitation Day! Please turn in your enrollment paperwork so you can reserve a spot. If you miss Visitation Day, contact the Barry-Eaton County or Ingham County Health Departments. They provide free hearing and vision tests for children starting Kindergarten. Call BEDHD at 517-541-2630 or ICHD at 517-887-4311 for more information. We also accept hearing and vision results from your child's primary care physician.
- Kindergarten Oral Health Screening - The Kindergarten Oral Health Assessment law [Public Health Code Act 368 Section 333.9316] was passed to ensure that children entering their first year of school are able to receive an oral health assessment (dental screening) prior to starting school. Good oral health is important to help children stay healthy and ready to learn. This required assessment will let you know if your child has any dental problems that require attention by a dentist. The assessment must be conducted by a Registered Dental Hygienist, Dentist, or Dental Therapist. For families that do not have a dentist, we will have Smiles on Wheels from Jackson County visit our building in September or October to help fulfill this state requirement. Please look for a sign up in the Fall from your child's school.
Questions? Please call or email the Enrollment Office @ 517-663-1262 or [email protected]
