This day is designated to registering any incoming first grader who will be new to the district for the 2018–2019 school year.
On April 19, the Evesham Township School District will be having its first grade round up.
According to district officials, this day is designated to registering any incoming first grader who will be new to the district for the 2018–2019 school year.
Registrations will occur at any time throughout the school day at a resident’s neighborhood/home school. No appointments are necessary.
For those residents unsure of what elementary school zone their home or neighborhood may fall, visit the district’s website at www.evesham.k12.nj.us.
Residents can also visit the district’s website for more information and registration forms.
In order for a child to be eligible for first grade, he/she must be 6 years old on or before Oct. 1 of the school year.
In addition, the following requirements must be met before being permitted to enter the Evesham Township School District:
· Four proofs of residence.
· Student’s most recent report card, transcript and withdrawal form from the previous school, if not already forwarded by previous school.
· Proof of the following immunizations, in accordance with New Jersey State Department of Health, signed by a physician:
o Diphtheria, Whooping Cough and Tetanus (D.P.T.) — total of four doses, one dose of which must have been given on or after child’s fourth birthday; or any combination of five doses.
o Polio Vaccine — three doses, with third dose given on or after child’s fourth birthday; or any combination of four doses.
o Measles, Mumps and Rubella (M.M.R.) — two doses, both immunizations must be after the first birthday.
o Hepatitis B — three doses, given at mandated intervals.
o Varicella — one dose on or after the first birthday or proof of disease immunity.
· A current completed physical form. Physicals are required for all children entering a New Jersey school for the first time. The exam must have been performed within 365 days of the first day of school for the child.
· It is also recommended your child have a dental examination before entering school.
· Student’s original or certified copy of birth certificate (with parents’ name).
· Special education information, with copy of current IEP, if not already forwarded by previous school.
· Custody agreement, if applicable.
At the time of registration, all documentation must be provided. A copy of the documents will be made and the originals will be returned to parents/guardians.
