Registration of Students
Registration Overview
Procedures
Parents/guardians must present themselves IN PERSON with the completed registration forms and with ORIGINAL documentation. DO NOT mail registration packets as they will not be accepted.
Prerequisites for Registration
- Students must reside in the Town of Pelham to attend the Pelham Public Schools as a resident.
- The parent/guardian must provide photo identification, such as a valid driver's license or passport at the time of registration.
- For a Pelham resident to register a child living in his or her residence, documents showing legal custody may be required.
Documents Required for Registration
Application for Admittance
- This form must be completed and notarized
Proof of Residency in Pelham
- All residents are required to submit two acceptable proofs of residency such as: two complete and recent (within last three months) copies of a Con Edison bill, cable bill, or bank statement. NOTE: phone bills and a driver's license are not acceptable.
- In addition, kindly bring original documents:
- Current Homeowners: tax bill for their residence with their name
- New Homebuyers: contract of sale and signed closing statement or deed
- Non-Homeowners: signed, dated and notarized lease and proof of payment (cancelled checks or receipts) of two recent months' rent (can include security) with respective bills from the landlord OR, for non-renters, two postmarked government or utility mailings with applicant's name and address. All Non-Homeowners must also complete and submit a notarized District affidavit from their landlord or property owner.
Health Records
- Immunization Records: Please submit most recent copy of child's immunization and physical record. Children entering the public schools must be immunized (View Immunization Requirements for Schools).
- Health Certificate: In addition, please submit the following forms:
- Health (Physical Certificate)
- Health & Information Survey Form
- Dental Health Certificate Form
- Health Disclosure Authorization Form
Student Documents
- Proof of Age of Incoming Student
- NYS Education Department Home Language Questionanaire
- Official Document from Prior School - This includes school records, report card, prior school schedule, and transcripts. The Grading Scale (e.g. A=90, B=80, etc.) or School Profile must also be submitted.
- IEP if applicable
- Pupil Record Release Form
Once the District reviews all paperwork, the registration process will proceed. Misrepresentation of information will be considered an act of fraud and may be legally prosecuted.
Required Documents and Forms
- Kindergarten Registration Letter
- Registration Checklist
- Application for Admittance
- (Must be Notarized)
- Home Language Questionnaire - English
- Affidavit of Property Owner/Landlord in Support of Admission Application (for renters only - must be notarized)
- Resident Affidavit
- Health Certificate Appraisal (Physical)
- Health and Information Survey
- Emergency Information Form
Additional Forms & Information
- Health Disclosure Authorization Form
- Dental Health Certificate Form
- Homeless Student Enrollment Residency Questionnaire
- NYS Immunization Requirements for School
- Pupil Record Release Form
- Enrollment Form for Foster Home/Group Home Student
- Home Language Questionnaire - Multiple Languages
- Residency
- Change of Address Form
- Non-medical Vaccine Exemption FAQ
Contact
Registration is handled by the office of Curriculum, Instruction and Personnel.
Please contact:
Charisse Donnadio
Registrar
18 Franklin Place
Pelham, NY 10803
914.738.3434 ext. 1211