WESTFIELD – In an attempt to provide the best service to children, the Westfield Public Schools are combining the kindergarten registration process with the mandated screening required by Chapter 766.
To make an appointment for registration and screening, parents should contact the elementary school that the children in their neighborhood attend:
Abner Gibbs (572-6418)
Franklin Avenue (572-6424)
Highland (572-6428)
Juniper Park (572-8280)
Munger Hill (572-6520)
Paper Mill (572-6519)
Southampton Road (572-6435)
School Committee policy states children must be five years of age on or before August 1, 2015 to be eligible to enroll in kindergarten for September 2015. There can be no exceptions to the policy. Proof of immunizations, proof of lead screening, and a birth certificate are required and should be returned to the school with the registration forms.
Screening is not a test or an in-depth evaluation, but an observation of how a child is growing in different areas of development. This screening is mandated by State Law. A screening team composed of specialists will be observing the children’s development in several areas, namely: speech, language, gross and fine motor skills, behavior and physical development. Screening will take place in each elementary school.
The school secretary will help set up the appointment and will make arrangements to obtain the registration forms. Due to the expected volume of students, appointments are absolutely necessary.
If you are unsure of the designated school, please call the Superintendent’s office 572-6403 to find out the school the children in your neighborhood attend.
