Registration Information and Forms

1. Each family needs to pick-up a registration packet at the Board of Education Office located at 1587 West Third Avenue (inside the High School).  Packets will be available from 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Monday-Friday, between February 22 and March 19th. We will have special evening hours on March 2nd from 6:00 p.m.– 8:00 p.m.
2. Packets need to be completed and returned to the Board of Education Office by 3:00 p.m. March 19th.
3. Once a completed packet has been received, you will receive an appointment time for Kindergarten Round-up.  Kindergarten assessment is done during our Kindergarten Round-up Days.  Round-up Days are scheduled for April 14th and 15th.  No appointment will be made until you have submitted your complete packet.

1. What information do I need to provide before my registration packet is considered complete?
   All families will need to provide the following prior to March 19th (delivered to the Board Office):
   
   • Registration Form with Social Security Number 
   • Emergency Card (both sides)
   • Birth Certificate
   • Proof of Residency (see next question)
   • Proof of Guardianship (if appropriate)-court papers proving custody in cases of divorce, separation, or special guardianship
2. What documents are needed to prove residency?
   If you are a homeowner, you will need to provide a copy of your warranty deed or closing statement.  You may remove financial information as needed, but the address of the property as well as your signature as buyer must be visible. We will also accept a copy of your Property Summary Page from the Franklin County Auditor’s website if it is accompanied by two utility bills with your name and address on the bills.  With this method of proof, you need to submit a notarized letter stating that you occupy the residence and do not use the property as a business or rental.
   
   Please Note: If you rent property, the only acceptable proof of residency is a current lease agreement. The lease agreement must have the address listed as well as the names of all occupants of the property.(For information about property boundaries, click here.)
3. How old does my child need to be in order to attend Kindergarten?
   Any child that turns 5 before August 1st, 2010 is eligible to attend kindergarten.
4. What is Round-up Day?
   Round-up day is an opportunity for school district personnel to get to know more about your child and allow you to get to know our school personnel prior to beginning of school in the fall.  Through this process, we can work cooperatively with our families to help ensure a smooth transition in the fall.
5. How are program placements determined?
   All families requesting placement in the Tuition-based All-Day Program will be placed in the program pending completion of the registration process and completion of a Tuition Contract including the first month’s payment ($290).
   In addition, we will be offering a Half-Day Program.  We are uncertain as to whether we will have an AM Program, a PM Program, or both.  Staffing, building needs, financial considerations, and parent requests will be factors in our decision.
6. My child is on an I.E.P.; will they automatically be placed in All-Day Kindergarten?
   No.  IEP Teams make recommendations based upon individual student needs.  I.E.P. teams will meet this spring to review needs and consider appropriate placements for kindergarten.  If Grandview Heights City Schools is not aware that your child has special needs, please make sure to notify us during the registration process.  Because final placement decisions will not be made prior to registration, it is important that you check your preference for All-Day or Half-Day on the registration form.
7. How does the State Law requiring a sliding tuition scale for All-Day Kindergarten work?
   Families that qualify for free lunch will not be charged tuition for participating in our All- Day Program.  Families qualifying for reduced lunch prices will be charged $145 a month for participating in our All-Day Program. Your family’s status will be based on the Federal Guidelines used for our Free and Reduced Lunch Program.  We will not have those guidelines from the government prior to Kindergarten Round-Up.  If you believe you may qualify and want to be considered for placement in the All-Day Program, indicate that you would like to be considered for All-Day Kindergarten on your registration form.  Also, circle the line that indicates you will be applying for free or reduced tuition.  If you are placed in the All-Day Program, and do not qualify for tuition assistance, you may opt to pay tuition or move into the Half-Day Program.  As an example, this year, a child qualified for free tuition when the family income (including child support/alimony) was less than $18,941 for a family of two.
8. What type of childcare does the district provide?
   Our childcare program is a separate entity from our kindergarten program.  Acceptance into any of our kindergarten programs does not guarantee placement in childcare.  However, we will work to honor all requests.  Class size, available space, and current staffing levels will determine which childcare programs we will offer.  Currently, we offer before school care from 7:00 a.m. – 8:10 a.m.  We offer after school care from 2:50 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
9. What costs are associated with Kindergarten enrollment?
   There is no cost associated with kindergarten registration.  However, if you are requesting All-Day Kindergarten, your first month tuition of $290 is due by April 9th in order to finalize your placement.
10. Will there be a parent informational meeting?
    Yes.  During Kindergarten Round-up on April 14th or 15th, the Stevenson staff will hold a parent information meeting.
11. What if I have additional questions?
    If your question pertains to registration or Round-up Day, please contact Teresa Rill at 485-4016.
    
    If your question pertains to Kindergarten curriculum, please call Robert Louis Stevenson Elementary at 481-3640.
    
    If your question pertains to childcare, please call Courtney Price at 485-4040.

Below you will find important information about registering and enrolling your child in the Grandview Heights City School District. Please read the information carefully, and complete the necessary forms.

Student registration paperwork is available in the Board of Education office located at 1587 West Third Ave. Please use the High School main entrance to reach the Board of Education office. Registration materials may be picked up and/or returned during regular office hours (8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.) Monday through Friday. If you have questions, call Teresa Rill at 481-3600 ext. 4016.

Students MAY NOT enter and WILL NOT be given a schedule in the Grandview Heights City Schools until all registration paperwork and required information has been completed or provided.

Required Documents (Information)

1. Proof of residency: Lease Agreement/Purchase Agreement that must include all occupants of the residence listed on the agreement (copy is required). If you are unable to provide a lease agreement/purchase agreement, the following must be provided: current phone bill (cell or home) with address listed (copy is required), AND current utility bill (copy is required), AND current bank statement (copy is required), AND valid driver's license with new address, OR a voter's registration card with new address. (Note:  For information about district boundaries, click here.)
2. Student's birth certificate
3. Proof of custodial parent: "In order to facilitate the identification of custodial parents, the law requires any parent awarded custody in an action for divorce, annulment, or dissolution to notify the child's school of the custody arrangements by providing the school with a certified copy of the custody order or decree at the time of enrollment or whenever such order of decree is made." or
4. Proof of guardianship/power of attorney: A court-approved document for guardianship/power of attorney must be provided. If this is "in process", please provide a court-stamped copy. The superintendent will require continual updates until the court has issued the final judgment.

Registration Form
Read and complete the Student Registration form which can be downloaded here.

Release of Records Form
Read and complete the Release of Records form which can be downloaded here.