Enrolling Your Child

To register a child in MPS for the first time, take a certified copy of the student's birth certificate, current immunization record and proof of residence to the school office. Parents will be asked to fill out a registration form and an emergency medical referral card.

Immunizations
Arizona law requires documentary proof of immunity against certain childhood diseases for students entering Arizona schools for the first time. With some exceptions, students subject to this requirement who lack documentary proof may enroll but not attend school until proof is provided. If your child falls into this category, more detailed information is available at the school.

Immunization requirements and free clinics are listed on the Health Services Web page. Call the Maricopa County Health Department's hot line at (602) 263-8856 for other sites and times. Immunizations are also available from family physicians and pediatricians.

Proof of residence
To show the child's home address, parents may provide one of the following: rent receipt, utility bill, motor vehicle registration, housing contract, lease agreement, state income tax return, bank account, paycheck, employer letter on letterhead.

Kindergarten
Full-day kindergarten is open to children who are 5 years old before Sept. 1. The schools also offer a half-day experience for parents who want this option. If a school does not have enough students enrolled in half-day kindergarten, a child may attend the full-day program for half the school day.

Young learner kindergarten options

For children who will have their 5th birthday between Sept. 1 and Dec. 31, the district offers a variety of options.

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