Dear parents and caregivers of our future kindergarteners,
Spring has finally arrived, and that means we are busy preparing for your kindergartener. Over the last few months, we have shared important information on Registration, Early Childhood Screening, School-Age Child Care (SACC), PTA/PTSA, and what you need to know about kindergarten transportation. In this month's newsletter, we are focusing on Student Health Services. We feel strongly about providing safe and healthy learning environments for all students and want to be prepared to support every child upon entering our buildings.
Student Health Information
The safety of our students and staff is a top priority. Our Department of Student Health Services is a key component to meeting this daily goal. If your child has special considerations (such as food allergies, diabetes, asthma, seizures, etc.), we need to know about this before your child begins kindergarten. Please visit our Student Health Services page for more information.
Immunizations
The State of Minnesota requires several immunizations before a child enters school. Before your child's fifth birthday, we recommend contacting your child's primary care physician to schedule a Well Child Checkup for your incoming kindergarten student. Schedule early to ensure your child will have the needed immunizations before their first day of school. Students will not be allowed to start school on the first day if they do not have their immunizations or the proper exemption documentation. Visit the immunizations page on our website to see a full list of immunizations by age.
Kick Off 2 Kindergarten Fair
Our Kick Off 2 Kindergarten Fair is on Thursday, May 8, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Century High School (2525 Viola Rd NE, Rochester, MN 55906).
Stop by to learn more about Kindergarten at RPS and visit our departments, such as Transportation, Student Nutrition, School Aged Child Care, Registration, and more, as well as community partner organizations. You can also take photos in our photo booth! This event is free and open to the public. Invite your friends!
More Information
More information about enrollment and an FAQ section is located on the Incoming Kindergartener page on our website. Check it out to learn more! Keep an eye out for your emails for a monthly newsletter starting with more information about kindergarten and what to expect.
We are so excited to meet your student this fall. If you have any questions about enrollment, please contact Records and Registration by email at registration@rochesterschools.org or by phone at 507.328.4200.
Enroll
A reminder that If you haven't done so already, enroll your future kindergartener at Rochester Public Schools!