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REGISTRATION
 
It’s hard to believe but we are already looking ahead to the 2013-2014 academic year.  Now is the time that, you as parents, need to begin the process of registering your little ones for pre-kindergarten and kindergarten.  Here are some things you need to know.
 

UNIVERSAL PRE-KINDERGARTEN

APPLICATIONS and REGISTRATION PROCESS

(click here)
 
 
 

KINDERGARTEN-GRADE 12 REGISTRATION

 

What is the process for Kindergarten registration?

Children expected to enter Kindergarten in the Tonawanda City School District in September 2013 can register at the Tonawanda District Administration offices at 150 Hinds Street.  The dates are as follows:
March 4 - March 15 for the Riverview Attendance Zone

March 18 - March 28 for the Mullen Attendance Zone
 
Please keep in mind that you must set up an appointment for registration by calling 694-7684.  You can visit http://www.tonawandacsd.org/ to view the attendance zone map.
 
 

What are the hours for registration?

The District Registrar's Office shall be open Monday-Friday from 9:00am to 11:45am and 1:15pm to 3:30pm by appointment only.  Summer hours vary, so please call ahead.
 

What forms are part of the registration packet?

Parents must complete the registration packet prior to the registration appointment.  The packet is available at the district office or by clicking on the individual links below.
Student Registration Form 2012-13
Enrollment Form - Residency Questionnaire
Authorization to Release Records
Home Language Questionnaire
Student Illness and Emergency Information Form
Computer/Photo Release Form
Student Interview Release Form
Military Release Form (For High School Students Only)
Free and Reduced Meal Application (to be updated at a later time)
Health Appraisal Cover Letter
Health Appraisal Form
Health History
Dental Health Certificate
 
Additional Forms:
2011-12 Forms
Student Registration Form 2011-12 (all students - including Pre-K)
Free and Reduced Meal Application
Health Appraisal Cover Letter
Health Appraisal Form 2011-2012
Student Health History Form
Dental Health Certificate Form
 

What documents are parents required to provide?

In addition to completing the registration packet, parents/legal guardians are required to provide:
  • Child's Original Birth Certificate with an affixed seal (copies are not permitted)
  • Health/Immunization Records from your child's pediatrician/physician
  • Documentation to verify parental/legal guardianresidency in the Tonawanda City School District (see below)

 

What is residency?

To register your child in the district, you must reside in the City of Tonawanda.  Additionally, in cases of divorce/separation/legal guardianship, New York State Court documentation will also be required.
 
Residency guidelines are based, in part upon an individual's physical presence as an inhabitant within the geographical boundaries of the District as his or her actual and only place of residence.  
 
A student's residence is presumed to be that of his/her parents/guardians.   This presumption can in certain instances and in accordance with applicable law/regulations be rebutted by parents/guardians or the District, however.   
 
To determine whether the presumption that a student resides with his or her parents/guardians has been rebutted, the following factors are considered relevant:
  1. Is the current address and living arrangements the student's actual and only address?
  2. Does the student intend to remain permanently in the District?
  3. Are the parents/legal guardians exercising custody or control over the student?
  4. Do the parents/legal guardians continue to support the student?
  5. Why is the student residing with others?   Whereas the sole reason for living with others is to take advantage of services available in the District, the Commissioner of Education has held that the student has not established residency.

What are acceptable forms for proof of residency?

Both Items are Required
  • NYS driver's license/passport or NYS non-driver's license photo ID and
  • 1 document containing name and address such as a mortgage/tax bill, rental agreement or notarized statement from landlord

AND 

One Item is Required
  • Current bank statement/notarized statement with City of Tonawanda address
  • Current utility bill or service hookup (cable, phone, electric, water or gas) with City of Tonawanda address
  • STAR/tax receipt

 

Specific questions pertaining to residency and enrollment can be directed to the building principal or  the District Registrar at 694-7685.