PreK Application and Screening

MEDIA ADVISORY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 16th, 2023
PRESS CONTACT
Emily Schiavoni, eschiavoni@napsk12.org

North Adams Public Schools to Host In-Person PreK Application, Kindergarten Registration, and Screenings for School Year 2023-2024

North Adams Public Schools will host in-person PreK application, Kindergarten registration, and screenings for both grades in preparation for the 2023-2024 school year.  PreK children must be 3 or 4 years of age by August 31, 2023. Kindergarten children must be 5 years of age by August 31, 2023. PreK students currently enrolled in North Adams Public Schools do not need to register. Parents/guardians must make an appointment for each application/registration: no walk-ins will be accommodated.  

All screenings will take place at the Welcome Center at Brayton Elementary School located at 20 Brayton Hill Terrace, North Adams between the hours of 9:00 and 2:00 pm.  To schedule an appointment and confirm where your child will attend school based on the location of your home, please call Carrie Silva at the North Adams Public Schools Central Office at (413)776-1673. PreK Application & Screening Dates: Greylock Elementary School: April 24th and 25th, 2023 Brayton Elementary School: May 15th and 16th, 2023 Colegrove Park Elementary School: May 22nd and 23rd, 2023 Kindergarten Registration & Screening Dates: Greylock Elementary School: April 26th and 27th, 2023 Brayton Elementary School: May 17th and 18th, 2023 Colegrove Park Elementary School: May 24th and 25th, 2023 Additional Information:

Parents/guardians should be prepared to bring all of the following to their appointment:

  • Your child

  • Child's birth certificate

  • Child's current physical exam/immunization record, signed by their doctor (must be from within the last 13 months)

  • Any additional medical records you think we may need (ie. asthma, food allergies)

  • Proof of residency (must have all of these 3 items)

    • 1. Valid driver's license or photo ID (passports are also acceptable)

    • 2. Copy of utility bill (electric, heat, cable, water, etc.) dated within the last 60 days

    • 3. One of the following: Recent mortgage statement, copy of lease/rental agreement, or letter from housing office

  • If applicable, any legal/court documentation (i.e. sole custody, legal guardianship, name changes, adoption, DCF paperwork, etc.)

For enrollment questions or concerns, please contact Carrie Silva at 413-776-1673 or email at csilva@napsk12.org.  

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