Enrollment - North Kitsap School District 400 (2024)

Enrollment Process

The North Kitsap School District offers an easy-to-use online platform, Skyward Family Access, for new student enrollment. The system is designed for convenience, making the process straightforward whether you're a newcomer or already have a student with us.

Before starting the online enrollment, it could be helpful to collect all necessary paperwork for upload during the application.

Have the following ready:

Birth certificate
Proof of address (current leaseagreement, or current utility bill)
Immunization records

You can scan these documents or take a photo with your mobile phone to upload. Don’t have the documents readily available? You can begin registration now and email your documents to your school to complete your enrollment application.

The system also lets you save your progress, allowing you to work on the application at your convenience without needing to complete it all at once.

Once you submit your application, the school will be able to review it. Just remember, it's essential that the school receives all the required documents for the application to be approved.

We look forward to your child joining our diverse learning community at NKSD. If you need any help during the enrollment process, our support team is available to assist you; emailDistrict Recordsor call (360) 396-3098.

Step 1: Determine Eligibility
Step 2: Enrollment Requirements
Step 3: Start the New Student Enrollment Form
Step 4: Submit Application to the District

Step 1: Determine Eligibility

To register, students should be living within the North Kitsap School District boundaries. If a student lives outside the NKSD boundaries, they are required to complete a Non-Resident Waiver application as part of the online enrollment process. If you're uncertain about whether you fall within the boundaries, please refer to theattendance boundary page to confirm eligibility.

NKSD Attendance boundaries

Step 2: Enrollment Requirements

As you get ready to register your student, understanding the North Kitsap School District enrollment requirements will help facilitate a smooth process.

Besides filling out the Skyward Family Access New Student Registration form in Step 3, we need additional documents to finalize your student's enrollment. To register, families are asked to provide the following documents. You can either upload a photo or scanned copy of these documents to the online portal or bring a paper copy to the school for review. Please note that the enrollment process is not complete until all necessary documentation has been received by the school. If you need help with documentation delivery or uploading, feel free to contact our support team by emailDistrict Recordsor call (360) 396-3098.

*Families are not required to provide documents as a condition of enrollment if their student is eligible for theMcKinney-Vento program.

WHAT YOU NEED TO REGISTER:

Proof of Birth: This could be a Birth Certificate or Passport.
Residence Verification: This could be a Lease Agreement or a copy of your utility bill. Please contact your school's office or district records if these items are unavailable. We accept Gas, Water, or Electric bills that include the parent/guardian's name and address and are dated within the last 30 days. You can provide a rental agreement on property management letterhead if all utilities are included in your rent.
Medically Verified Certificate of Immunization Status (CIS): Please bring a signed hard copy into the school.
- For more information on required immunizations for school, visit ourhealth servicespage
Custody/Court Order: If applicable.
Restraining Order: If applicable.
Prior School Records: If applicable.

If your child has a life-threatening condition including allergies, asthma, diabetes and seizure disorders, you will need to meet with the school nursebefore the first day of school or any of the kindergarten readiness programs. The nurse will confirm all medications, medical supplies and healthcare provider orders are in place. For more information on life threatening conditions, visit ourhealth services page

Step 3: Start the New Student Enrollment Form

Online Enrollment for NEW & RETURNING NKSD Families:

Families who haveneverenrolled a child in North Kitsap School District or are *returning to the district will need to create aNEWSkyward Family Accessaccount below.

*For families returning to the district, please note that your Skyward Family Access account was removed when your child departed or graduated. As such, a new account will need to be established.

Create a new Skyward Family Access Account

After creating an account, you will receive a confirmation email containing your Skyward username and password to access Skyward Family Access. Next, proceed with the following steps to complete your student's registration process.

To initiate the new student enrollment process, navigate to the Skyward Family Access portal using the link provided below.

For Current Families:

If you already have children enrolled in the North Kitsap School District, log in to your Family Access account and select 'New Student Online Enrollment' from the menu on the left. (For new families to the district, the student enrollment process will automatically begin once you log in.)

You will then be required to fill out the New Student Enrollment form with all pertinent details about your student. Please verify that all the information entered is both accurate and comprehensive before submitting the form. If you have any questions about the process or need assistance email district records or call (360) 396-3098.

Section 1: Student Information

In this stepyou will provide details about the student. This includes the student's name, date of birth, ethnicity, and language. It's also important to share their educational history, such as if they've previously attended NKSD, or provide information about the most recent school district they attended. This information helps us better understand the student's background and tailor their educational experience accordingly.

Section 2: Family/Guardian Information

In this section, you willprovide details about the student's family or guardians. This involves entering information about the family members the student lives with, their home address, contact details, and their relationship to the student. This vital information helps us maintain necessary communication channels and understand the student's living situation better.

*Please note that guardians cannot share email addresses. If two guardians use the same email address, then only enter it for one guardian and leave the other blank. Each guardian must have a distinct email address, if available.

Section 3: Emergency Contact Information

In this step, you're asked to provide the names and phone numbers of individuals who can pick up your students when you're not available. These contacts will be reached out to by the school office staff only after attempts to contact you have been unsuccessful. Therefore, it's important to note that you shouldn't list yourself or the guardians from Step 2 as emergency contacts. These should be trusted individuals who can be available for your student in emergency situations.

Section 4: Student Immunization Information

In this section, you willneed to enter your student's immunization information. As part of the preparation for enrollment, it's essential to have a medically verified immunization record. This record can be acquired from your student's healthcare provider, or you can access and print it yourself using MyIR, a free online tool provided by the Department of Health. This information helps us ensure the health and safety of all students.

If you wish to request an exemption from one or more of the immunization requirements, you must provide the school with a completed Certificate of Exemption. To learn more about exemptions, please visit the Department of Health website.(

For additional details on student immunization, please refer to the 'Immunization Records' section in the FAQ on this page, or visit ourhealth services page

Section 5: Submit Requested Documentation

This step involves the submission of necessary documentation. These documents include Proof of Birthdate, Proof of Residency, and a Certificate of Immunization. In specific cases, a Records Request Form might be needed, generally for students requiring special services.

This stage is also appropriate to submit any additional documents like a Title VI Eligibility Form, Certificate of Exemption or a Records Request form, . These documents play a crucial role in completing your student's enrollment and ensuring all their unique needs are met.

For additional details on documentation, please refer to the 'required documents' section in the FAQ on this page, or emailDistrict Recordsor call (360) 396-3588

Section 6: Additional District Forms

The final step before submitting your application involves filling out additional district forms. These forms encompass:

The most recent Immunization Notification issued by the district's Health Services Department.
The current School Year Attendance Policy Letter, which outlines the district's expectations for attendance, its attendance procedures, and how parents can be involved in this process.
The Health Emergency and Emergency Medical Treatment Authorization Form for your student.
The Non-Resident Admission Form, which is necessary for students residing outside of the district.
A Student Enrollment Questionnaire, which allows the district to gather more information about the student in order to identify services and programs that can best support them.
The Student Housing Questionnaire, which assists in determining eligibility for services under the McKinney-Vento Act 42 U.S.C. 11435. This Act provides support and services for children and youth experiencing homelessness.
The Student Network/Internet User Agreement and Parent Permission Form. This form outlines the policies and procedures designed to ensure student safety when using the school's network and electronic devices.
The Meal Charging Procedures, which provide information on managing a food services account in compliance with the USDA Child Nutrition Program.
Lastly, the Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction Home Language Survey, which is required for all students in Washington State.

Step 4: Submit Application to the District

After ensuring that all required information is accurately filled out and relevant documents are attached, proceed by clicking "Submit Application to the District". At this point, your part in the application process is finished. From here on, our student records personnel and School Registrars will collaborate with the school administration and staff to process your application and set your child on a path to success. You will be contacted shortly and if there are any questions, our team will reach out to you. Please be patient as the application process for the upcoming school year may take up to 2–3 weeks. Once your application is approved, a confirmation email will be sent to you. If you have any questions please reach out to District Records (360) 396-3098or your home school.

Enrollment FAQs

Attendance Boundaries

Kindergarten Enrollment

Transfer Requests

Additional Information

Required Documents
Immunization Records
Residency Verification
Kindergarten Registration
Grade Level
Transportation
Learning by Choice
Translation
Questions?

Required Documents

To enroll, families must provide the the following documents. When enrolling online, you may take a photo or scan a copy of these documents and upload it to the online portal, or you can opt to bring a paper copyto the school for review. The enrollment process is not considered complete until the neighborhood school has received all required enrollment documentation. Families can contact the enrollment team if they need assistance with documentation delivery, or upload.

*Families are not required to provide documents as a condition of enrollment if their student is eligible for theMcKinney-Vento program.

WHAT YOU NEED TO REGISTER:

Proof of Birth: This could be a Birth Certificate or Passport.
Residence Verification: This could be a Lease Agreement or a copy of your utility bill. Please contact your school's office or district records if these items are unavailable. We accept Gas, Water, or Electric bills that include the parent/guardian's name and address and are dated within the last 30 days. You can provide a rental agreement on property management letterhead if all utilities are included in your rent.
Medically Verified Certificate of Immunization Status (CIS): Please uploada signed copy during the enrollment process or or hand-deliver it to the school.
- For more information on required immunizations for school, visit ourhealth servicespage
Custody/Court Order: If applicable.
Restraining Order: If applicable.
Prior School Records: If applicable.

Additional Forms

Title VIEligibility Form determines a student's eligibility for specific programs and services provided under Title VII, which is aimed at assisting students who belong to federally recognized tribes, bands, or other organized groups, including Alaska Natives or descendants of such members.
- For more information on Title VII, visit our Native American Education Page
Under the guidelines of Federal Law 99.31 of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), written consent from parents or guardians isn't usually required to release records. However, if a Special Services Assessment is being requested, a parent or guardian's signature is still necessary on the Records Requestform. To complete the form, parents or guardians must provide the name, address, and phone number of the previous school. This can either be uploaded into the application or provided through other designated means.
- (English) Records Request Form
- (Español) Records Request Form

Immunization Records

In accordance with WAC-246-105-030, the State of Washington mandates that all students must have a medically verified Certificate of Immunization (CIS) or Certificate of Exemption on file before commencing school.

Medically Verified Immunization Records

Here are some examples of medically verified immunization records:

A completed Certificate of Immunization Status (CIS) signed by a healthcare provider. You can find the CIS form here under “Certificate of Immunization Status.”
A CIS filled out by a parent or guardian with medical records attached.
A CIS printed by a healthcare provider or school from the Washington State Immunization Information System.
A CIS printed from MyIR, a free Department of Health online tool that allows families to view and print their official immunization records themselves.

Immunization Requirements

Please note, students enrolling in school from preschool through 12th grade, either for in-person or online learning, must fulfill the necessary immunization requirements as listed in the 2023 - 2024 School Immunization Charts (English) or 2023 - 2024 School Immunization Charts (Español). This also applies to students of the same age range participating in before and after-school programs.

Immunization Exemptions

Exception

Students eligible for the McKinney-Vento program are not required to provide health documents at the time of enrollment. If there are barriers for the family to access these documents, please contact the McKinney-Vento liaison.

In preparation for your student's enrollment, please ensure that you have a medically verified immunization record. This can be obtained from your student's healthcare provider or accessed and printed independently using MyIR, a complimentary online tool from the Department of Health.

We value the health and safety of our students and appreciate your cooperation in fulfilling these requirements.

Residency Verification

Proof of residence can be substantiated through various documents, including lease agreements or a recent utility bill. Accepted utility bills include those for gas, water, or electricity. They should feature the parent or guardian's name, address, and a date within the past 30 days. In situations where utilities are incorporated into your rent, a rental agreement on the property management's letterhead can be submitted as verification.

Kindergarten Registration

To enroll in kindergarten, a child must turn five years old by August 31. During pre-registration, we confirm the child's birth date using one of several acceptable documents. These include a state-issued birth certificate, a hospital-issued certificate of live birth, a passport, adoption records, or a parent's affidavit. For more details or inquiries, please consult your child's school office staff. Additional information specific to kindergarten enrollment can be found on our Kindergarten Registration page.

Grade Level

At NKSD. grade level placement is determined by considering several key factors. These include the student's previous academic records, age, and any available testing results. The district aims to place students in the grade level that is the most suitable for their academic and social development, ensuring they are in the best position to succeed. It's important to note that verification of the student's previous schooling and grade level may be required during the enrollment process.

The Free and Reduced Lunch program offers meals at a significantly discounted rate or at no cost to qualifying students. Parents or guardians have the opportunity to apply for this program during the registration process.

If you wish to apply later in the school year, there are two convenient options available to you. You can fill out the "Online Free/Reduced Meal Application" accessible via Skyward Family Access. This digital platform makes applying from home a simple process.

Alternatively, you can go to the page where you'll find a printable version of the application. You can fill this out manually and submit it in person or by mail.

For further details about the Free and Reduced Lunch program, refer to the Free & Reduced Meal Program section on the page.

Transportation

The North Kitsap School District is committed to ensuring the safe and efficient transportation of its students to their assigned schools. This service is provided for all students attending their home attendance school, which is the school assigned based on your residence within the district's boundaries.

To find out specific details about your child's bus assignment and the location of their bus stop, we have provided an easy-to-use tool - simply click here. This online service provides you with all the necessary details related to your child's school bus route.

Should you have any additional questions or concerns, we encourage you to reach out to our District Transportation Department. Our dedicated team is available to assist you and can be reached at (360) 396-3099. We are here to ensure that your child's travel to and from school is a safe and smooth experience.

Learning by Choice

To explore the enrollment options available to students and parents/guardians in Washington State, it is recommended to refer to the Learning by Choice guide, which is published by the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI). This comprehensive guide provides valuable information and insights into the different educational choices and pathways within the state, helping individuals make informed decisions about enrollment that best suit their needs and preferences.

Translation

To ensure accessibility for families of diverse linguistic backgrounds, the Student Enrollment application can be translated into other languages using the built-in or add-on translation features of their preferred browser.For more information on these browser features, please refer to the articles below:

If you require assistance from an interpreter or need help with document translation, please contact the English Learner (EL) Coordinator at your child's school. Additional details can be found on the Translation and Interpreter Services page.

Questions?

Related Policies and Procedures

Policy 3114- Part-time, Home-based or Off-campus Student
Procedure3114P- Part-time, Home-based or Off-campus Student
Policy 3115 - Students Experiencing Homelessness: Enrollment Rights and Services
Procedure 3115P - Students Experiencing Homelessness: Enrollment Rights and Services
Policy 3116- Students in Foster Care
Procedure 3116P - Students in Foster Care
Policy 3120- Enrollment
Procedure 3120P - Enrollment

Enrollment - North Kitsap School District 400 (2024)

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