Kindergarten Registration
Registration for the 2023-2024 school year is now open!
Kalama School District will soon be registering Kindergarten students for the 2023-2024 school year!
The district offers a full-day kindergarten program that provides our youngest learners with the opportunity to develop essential social, emotional and problem-solving skills, preparing them for success in later grades and life.
Registration packets are available for pick-up at the elementary school office.
To register your child, you will be asked to provide the following documentation:
Birth Certificate
Proof of residency in Kalama School District
Up-to-date immunization records
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How old does my child need to be in order to be eligible for Kindergarten?
To be eligible for Kindergarten, a child must turn 5 years old on or before August 31.
When can I register my child for Kindergarten?
In any given year, Kindergarten registration typically opens in late March. Once registration opens, packets will be available for pick-up at the KES office during school hours.
Where do I submit my completed registration and other required forms?
Completed forms can be dropped off at the Kalama Elementary School main office (549 China Garden Road) during school hours.
What is "Kindergarten Round-Up?"
Much like an open house event, "Kindergarten Round-Up" offers families the opportunity to visit classrooms, meet our Kindergarten teachers, and learn about what to expect in Kindergarten! Our bus transportation provider, KWRL, often has a school bus on site to tour.
What is the deadline to register my child for Kindergarten?
Kindergarten registration before June 1 is encouraged to save your child a spot and to help the district plan for appropriate staffing levels. That said, there is no official deadline to register your child for Kindergarten.
Is there a cost to families for the Kindergarten program?
No.
Can my child ride the bus to school?
Kindergarten students are eligible to ride the bus just like students in other grades. Visit the KWRL website to register your student for the bus and find route information. Questions? Call KWRL at 360-841-2023.
Who do I contact if I have additional questions?
Give us a call at 360-673-5207. If email is preferred, you can contact Carey Sweyer, Kalama Elementary School head secretary, at carey.sweyer@kalama.k12.wa.us. We are happy to help answer your questions.