Kindergarten registration is open in Kelso for children who will be five years old by August 31, 2024. There are two ways to register:
Fill out a paper packet. Enrollment packets may be picked up at any elementary school or downloaded from the Kelso School District (KSD) website at bit.ly/enrollatksd.
Enroll online at bit.ly/enrollatksd.
To determine which school children should attend, families can enter their address at bit.ly/school-site. Documents needed for enrollment include: birth certificate, proof of residency, and immunization records.
Applications opened on March 1 for Transition to Kindergarten (TK) and Preschool Pups. These programs serve early learners ages 3 to 4.
TRANSITION TO KINDERGARTEN (TK)
Transition to Kindergarten (TK) is a FREE pre-kindergarten program for children who will be four years old by August 31, 2024, and would benefit from additional preparation to be successful in kindergarten the following year. Classrooms are staffed by certificated teachers and paraeducators.
Full day, five days a week, starting September 3, 2024
Access to transportation (for those not in identified walking boundaries), specialists, recess, lunch, and all aspects of the kindergarten school day
To the greatest extent possible, students will be placed for TK at their home school
Families can learn more at bit.ly/ksd-early and can apply for the program online at bit.ly/tk24-25app.
PRESCHOOL PUPS
Preschool Pups is a FREE, inclusive preschool program comprised of typically-developing children who play and learn alongside children with disabilities. This program is housed at Catlin site and open to all Kelso families.
Open to three- and four-year-olds, must turn three by August 31, 2024
Morning and afternoon sessions, four half-days a week, starting September 3, 2024
Morning session provides breakfast; afternoon session provides lunch
Families can learn more at bit.ly/ksd-early and can apply for the program online at bit.ly/pups24-25app.
Not sure which program is right for your child? For a detailed comparison between TK, Preschool Pups, and Head Start—including program staffing, calendars, and qualifications—visit bit.ly/ksd-early or click here for the document in English, and here for it in Spanish.
KINDERPALOOZA
Kinderpalooza, a fun event for Kelso kindergartners, early learners, and their families, is Tuesday, May 7, at Coweeman Middle School (2000 Allen St, Kelso) from 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm. At this event you can:
Register for school if needed (even if you’ve already registered, please come)
Meet Kelso staff
Board and ride a school bus
Learn about summer learning activities in our community
Get information about the breakfast and lunch program
Learn how to become a parent volunteer
Talk to a school nurse about medications and immunizations
Take a picture at the Class of 2037 photo booth
Enjoy some snacks
AND MORE!!!!
For additional information or questions, families can contact their school office or email early.learning@kelsosd.org.
About Kelso School District
Kelso School District has a goal of 100% (bit.ly/ksd-100) of students graduating high school and having post-secondary plans for college, career, trades, or military. Our mission is to prepare every student for living, learning, and achieving success as a citizen of our changing world. When we asked students and staff what makes Kelso strong, with 45 voices, there was one clear answer (bit.ly/ksd-strong).