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Board reviews first reading of new kindergarten entrance rule tied to district start date
Summary
Superintendent Melissa Stewart presented a first reading of revised kindergarten entrance requirements to align with a new state law requiring a child to be five by the district's first day of school; the district will continue early admission assessments and monitor clarifications before second reading.
At first reading, Superintendent Melissa Stewart explained that new state law changes the cutoff for kindergarten entry: districts must use the school district's first day of school as the cutoff date rather than September 30. Stewart said the district will continue the existing early‑admission assessment process for children whose birthdays fall between the first day of school and Sept. 30 and will publicize registration and assessment procedures to families.
Stewart warned that clarifications from the state are expected before the second reading and that the district will update parent guidance accordingly. Board members asked for outreach to families so parents understand the new timing and the early‑admission process.
