What should this district newsletter cover?

It should cover the key facts families need to understand the topic, what actions are being taken, how it affects students, and where to get more information.

How often should the district send updates on this topic?

An annual or semi-annual update is appropriate for most district topics. Topics that are actively changing warrant more frequent updates.

How should the district communicate honestly about challenges?

Name the challenge clearly, share the relevant data, and immediately follow with what the district is doing to address it. Families handle honest news better than vague reassurances.

How do you make a district newsletter accessible to all families?

Use plain language and short sentences. Provide translations for major languages spoken in the community. Link to detail for families who want it.

What platform helps districts send professional newsletters to families?

Daystage lets district enrollment staff send a clear, welcoming kindergarten enrollment newsletter with embedded registration links and deadline reminders. It reaches all prospective kindergarten families at once.

District Newsletter: Kindergarten Enrollment Is Now

Kindergarten enrollment season is one of the most important communication moments a district has with families. For many, this is their first direct interaction with the school system as parents. A clear, welcoming, and complete enrollment newsletter sets the tone for a relationship that will last thirteen years.

Who Is Eligible for Kindergarten

Children must turn five years old on or before the state cutoff date to enroll in kindergarten for the upcoming school year. Required enrollment documents include a certified birth certificate, proof of residency, and up-to-date immunization records. A complete list of required documents is available on the district website.

How to Register

Families can register online at the district enrollment portal beginning the registration open date. Online registration takes approximately 20 minutes. For families who need in-person assistance, registration support is available at district enrollment offices on select dates. Translation and interpretation support is available in multiple languages.

Kindergarten Screening

After submitting registration, families will be contacted to schedule a kindergarten screening appointment. Screening is not a test that determines eligibility. It is a brief developmental assessment that helps teachers understand where each child is starting so they can plan instruction accordingly.

Which School Will My Child Attend

School assignments for incoming kindergartners are based on your home address. You can verify which school your child is assigned to by entering your address in the district school finder. If you are interested in a school choice option, open enrollment applications must be submitted by the posted deadline.

A Sample Kindergarten Enrollment Excerpt

"Kindergarten registration for next school year is now open. Your child must turn five by the state cutoff date to be eligible. Register online or call us to schedule in-person assistance. Once you register, we will contact you about a kindergarten screening appointment. We are excited to welcome your family to our schools."

What to Expect in Kindergarten

Our kindergarten program focuses on foundational literacy and math skills, social-emotional development, and establishing positive habits around school. Children learn through structured instruction, play-based learning, and hands-on exploration. Full-day kindergarten is offered at all district schools.

Questions and Contact Information

Contact the district enrollment office with registration questions. School-specific questions can be directed to the kindergarten teacher or principal at your assigned school. Daystage newsletters from your student's school will arrive once enrollment is complete, so add our email to your safe sender list.

District Newsletter: Kindergarten Enrollment Is Now Open