Registration

Kindergarten Registration 2026–2027 School Year

Who should register
Children born between December 2, 2020 and December 1, 2021

If your child attended Universal Pre-K through North Rockland

You do not need to register again for the upcoming school year
Contact registration@northrockland.org if you have a change of residence
Your child’s elementary school will contact you about Kindergarten screening

If your child did NOT attend Universal Pre-K through North Rockland

Full Kindergarten registration is required
Registration is completed using a paper packet
Packets are available at Kindergarten Orientation or at the Central Office

Important dates & notes

Registration opens March 2, 2026
2026–2027 registration is paper packet only
Online registration is only for current Kindergarten students
If your child will attend private school, a private school application must be filed with Central Registration

Student Registration (Grades K–12)

Paper Registration (Grades K–12)

Use the district enrollment packet to register your child for the current school year or the upcoming school year:

Registration Packet – English

Registration Packet – Spanish

Instructions:

Read the first two pages carefully, they contain important checklists.
Complete the packet and sign/date where required.
Bring all required documentation with your application.

Online Registration (Grades K–12, Current School Year Only)

Online registration is available only for Grades K–12 for the current school year. This cannot be used for UPK or for the following school year.

Before starting, have the following ready to upload:

Photo ID
2 forms of utility bills
Immunization records
Most recent medical physical
Child’s birth certificate
Custody order (if applicable)
Renters/homeowners affidavit (if applicable)

Start Online Registration

Important: Write down your application number for reference.

Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK)

Universal Pre-K (UPK) is a free early childhood program for eligible North Rockland residents. Children must be 4 years old by December 1, 2026 (born between December 1, 2021 and December 1, 2022).

2026–2027 UPK Registration

Step 1: Submit an Application

All families must submit an application to be considered for placement.

UPK Application (English)
UPK Application (Spanish)

Step 2: Complete Registration Packet

If your child is selected, a registration packet is required to enroll. You may complete it in advance if you wish.

UPK Registration Packet (English)
UPK Registration Packet (Spanish)

How Placement Works

If the number of applications exceeds available seats, a lottery will be held. Families can rank preferred childcare locations, and placement is based on availability and preference when possible.

Notification Timeline: Families are notified of placement by mail by the end of May.
Interviews: Parents/guardians of selected students must participate in an in-person interview.

Student Information Updates

How do I change my address?

In order to change your address, you must have proof of your new residence. Proof of your residence includes:

Address Changes must include a copy of the parent's photo ID
A signed lease
Current utility bills
Closing Papers (if new purchase)
Current pay stub
Official driver's license, permit, vehicle insurance, or one of the following:
- English/Spanish Change of Address Form

If you are moving OUT of the district, please contact your child(rens) school(s) and sign them out.

How do I update Custody/Guardianship/Adoption?

If you have a change in your living environment that requires a change of custody for your child(ren), or an amendment to current court documents, please email our registration office at Registration@northrockland.org with the amended documents and your photo ID. Documents such as Custody Petitions, Final Orders of Custody, Temporary Orders of Protection, Foster Care forms (DSS-2999), and/or amendments to existing custody judgments or Adoption papers.

If you do not have access to email, please use our Red Drop Box located in the lobby of 65 Chapel Street in Garnerville.

How do I update a name change?

To update a name change for a student or parent/guardian, please provide official documentation reflecting the new name. Acceptable documents may include:

Birth certificate
Marriage certificate/license
Social Security card
Court-issued name change documents

All documents must be submitted to the Registration Department. You may either bring them in person or email copies for review.

Please note: Court-issued documentation is required for legal name changes not related to birth or marriage.

Transportation & Additional Requests

Transportation & School Requests

Submit requests for transportation from childcare, school transfers, or non-public school transportation.

Transportation & School Transfer Request Form

Non-Public School Transportation Request Form

Report a Nonresident Student

If you know someone attending our district schools, who is not a resident, please let us know. Your call can be anonymous and gives the students who truly live within the district a fair chance at a good education. You can call (845) 942-3074.

Contact Us

Registration
65 Chapel Street
Garnerville, NY 10923
Hours: 8:30AM-4:00PM
(845) 942-3493 | Email
Fax: (845) 646-4724

Kiara Rodriguez
Clerk Typist
(845) 942-3493 | Email

Stacy Lupo
Clerk Typist
(845) 942-3493 | Email

Universal Pre-K (UPK)

Jenine Valentino

Special Projects Coordinator

(845) 942-3494 | Email