Student Enrollment

To register, students should be living within the North Kitsap School District boundaries. If a student lives outside the NKSD boundaries, they are required to complete a Non-Resident Waiver application as part of the online enrollment process. If you're uncertain about whether you fall within the boundaries, please refer to the attendance  boundary page to confirm eligibility.

NKSD Attendance boundaries

As you get ready to register your student, understanding the North Kitsap School District enrollment requirements will help facilitate a smooth process.

Besides filling out the Skyward Family Access New Student Registration form in Step 3, we need additional documents to finalize your student's enrollment. To register, families are asked to provide the following documents. You can either upload a photo or scanned copy of these documents to the online portal or bring a paper copy to the school for review. Please note that the enrollment process is not complete until all necessary documentation has been received by the school. If you need help with documentation delivery or uploading, feel free to contact our support team by email District Records or call (360) 396-3098.

*Families are not required to provide documents as a condition of enrollment if their student is eligible for the McKinney-Vento program.

WHAT YOU NEED TO REGISTER:

• Proof of Birth: This could be a Birth Certificate or Passport.
• Residence Verification: You may provide a lease agreement or a recent utility bill dated within the last 30 days, showing the parent/guardian's name and address. Accepted utilities include electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash collection, internet, or cable/satellite TV. Please contact your school office or district records if these documents are unavailable. If all utilities are included in your rent, a rental agreement on property management letterhead will be accepted.
• Medically Verified Certificate of Immunization Status (CIS): Please bring a signed hard copy into the school.
  • For more information on required immunizations for school, visit our health services page
• Custody/Court Order: If applicable.
• Restraining Order: If applicable.
• Prior School Records: If applicable.

RECOMMENDED:

• Two emergency contacts, including addresses and phone numbers

If your child has a life-threatening condition including allergies, asthma, diabetes and seizure disorders, you will need to meet with the school nurse before the first day of school or any of the kindergarten readiness programs. The nurse will confirm all medications, medical supplies and healthcare provider orders are in place. For more information on life threatening conditions, visit our health services page 

 

To initiate the new student enrollment process, navigate to the Skyward Family Access portal using the link provided below.

For Current Families:

If you already have children enrolled in the North Kitsap School District, log in to your Family Access account and select 'New Student Online Enrollment' from the menu on the left. (For new families to the district, the student enrollment process will automatically begin once you log in.)

You will then be required to fill out the New Student Enrollment form with all pertinent details about your student. Please verify that all the information entered is both accurate and comprehensive before submitting the form. If you have any questions about the process or need assistance email district records or call (360) 396-3098.

Skyward Family Access

After ensuring that all required information is accurately filled out and relevant documents are attached, proceed by clicking "Submit Application to the District". At this point, your part in the application process is finished. From here on, our student records personnel and School Registrars will collaborate with the school administration and staff to process your application and set your child on a path to success. You will be contacted shortly and if there are any questions, our team will reach out to you. Please be patient as the application process for the upcoming school year may take up to 2–3 weeks. Once your application is approved, a confirmation email will be sent to you. If you have any questions please reach out to District Records (360) 396-3098 or your home school.

To enroll, families must provide the the following documents. When enrolling online, you may take a photo or scan a copy of these documents and upload it to the online portal, or you can opt to bring a paper copy to the school for review. The enrollment process is not considered complete until the neighborhood school has received all required enrollment documentation. Families can contact the enrollment team if they need assistance with documentation delivery, or upload. 

*Families are not required to provide documents as a condition of enrollment if their student is eligible for the McKinney-Vento program.

WHAT YOU NEED TO REGISTER:

• Proof of Birth: This could be a Birth Certificate or Passport.
• Residence Verification: This could be a Lease Agreement or a copy of your utility bill. Please contact your school's office or district records if these items are unavailable. We accept Gas, Water, or Electric bills that include the parent/guardian's name and address and are dated within the last 30 days. You can provide a rental agreement on property management letterhead if all utilities are included in your rent.
• Medically Verified Certificate of Immunization Status (CIS): Please upload a signed copy during the enrollment process or or hand-deliver it to the school.
  • For more information on required immunizations for school, visit our health services page
• Custody/Court Order: If applicable.
• Restraining Order: If applicable.
• Prior School Records: If applicable.

Additional Forms

• Title VI Eligibility Form determines a student's eligibility for specific programs and services provided under Title VII, which is aimed at assisting students who belong to federally recognized tribes, bands, or other organized groups, including Alaska Natives or descendants of such members.
  • For more information on Title VII, visit our Native American Education Page
• Under the guidelines of Federal Law 99.31 of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), written consent from parents or guardians isn't usually required to release records. However, if a Special Services Assessment is being requested, a parent or guardian's signature is still necessary on the Records Request form. To complete the form, parents or guardians must provide the name, address, and phone number of the previous school. This can either be uploaded into the application or provided through other designated means.
  • (English) Records Request Form 
  • (Español) Records Request Form

If your child has a life-threatening condition including allergies, asthma, diabetes and seizure disorders, you will need to meet with the school nurse before the first day of school or any of the kindergarten readiness programs. The nurse will confirm all medications, medical supplies and healthcare provider orders are in place. For more information on life threatening conditions, visit our health services page 

In accordance with WAC-246-105-030, the State of Washington mandates that all students must have a medically verified Certificate of Immunization (CIS) or Certificate of Exemption on file before commencing school.

Medically Verified Immunization Records

Here are some examples of medically verified immunization records:

1. A completed Certificate of Immunization Status (CIS) signed by a healthcare provider. You can find the CIS form here under “Certificate of Immunization Status.”
2. A CIS filled out by a parent or guardian with medical records attached.
3. A CIS printed by a healthcare provider or school from the Washington State Immunization Information System.
4. A CIS printed from MyIR, a free Department of Health online tool that allows families to view and print their official immunization records themselves.

Immunization Requirements

Please note, students enrolling in school from preschool through 12th grade, either for in-person or online learning, must fulfill the necessary immunization requirements as listed in the 2023 - 2024 School Immunization Charts (English) or 2023 - 2024 School Immunization Charts (Español). This also applies to students of the same age range participating in before and after-school programs.

Immunization Exemptions

If you wish to request an exemption from one or more of the immunization requirements, you must provide the school with a completed Certificate of Exemption. To learn more about exemptions, please visit the Department of Health website.(

• (English) Certificate of Exemption Form 
• (Español) Certificate of Exemption Form

Exception

Students eligible for the McKinney-Vento program are not required to provide health documents at the time of enrollment. If there are barriers for the family to access these documents, please contact the McKinney-Vento liaison.

In preparation for your student's enrollment, please ensure that you have a medically verified immunization record. This can be obtained from your student's healthcare provider or accessed and printed independently using MyIR, a complimentary online tool from the Department of Health.

We value the health and safety of our students and appreciate your cooperation in fulfilling these requirements.

Residence Verification: You may provide a lease agreement or a recent utility bill dated within the last 30 days, showing the parent/guardian's name and address. Accepted utilities include electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash collection, internet, or cable/satellite TV. Please contact your school office or district records if these documents are unavailable. If all utilities are included in your rent, a rental agreement on property management letterhead will be accepted.

To enroll in kindergarten, a child must turn five years old by August 31. During pre-registration, we confirm the child's birth date using one of several acceptable documents. These include a state-issued birth certificate, a hospital-issued certificate of live birth, a passport, adoption records, or a parent's affidavit. For more details or inquiries, please consult your child's school office staff. Additional information specific to kindergarten enrollment can be found on our Kindergarten Registration page.

At NKSD. grade level placement is determined by considering several key factors. These include the student's previous academic records, age, and any available testing results. The district aims to place students in the grade level that is the most suitable for their academic and social development, ensuring they are in the best position to succeed. It's important to note that verification of the student's previous schooling and grade level may be required during the enrollment process.

The Free and Reduced Lunch program offers meals at a significantly discounted rate or at no cost to qualifying students. Parents or guardians have the opportunity to apply for this program during the registration process.

If you wish to apply later in the school year, there are two convenient options available to you. You can fill out the "Online Free/Reduced Meal Application" accessible via Skyward Family Access. This digital platform makes applying from home a simple process.

Alternatively, you can go to the Food & Nutrition Services page where you'll find a printable version of the application. You can fill this out manually and submit it in person or by mail.

For further details about the Free and Reduced Lunch program, refer to the Free & Reduced Meal Program section on the Food & Nutrition Services page.

The North Kitsap School District is committed to ensuring the safe and efficient transportation of its students to their assigned schools. This service is provided for all students attending their home attendance school, which is the school assigned based on your residence within the district's boundaries.

To find out specific details about your child's bus assignment and the location of their bus stop, we have provided an easy-to-use tool - simply click here. This online service provides you with all the necessary details related to your child's school bus route.

Should you have any additional questions or concerns, we encourage you to reach out to our District Transportation Department. Our dedicated team is available to assist you and can be reached at (360) 396-3099. We are here to ensure that your child's travel to and from school is a safe and smooth experience.

To explore the enrollment options available to students and parents/guardians in Washington State, it is recommended to refer to the Learning by Choice guide, which is published by the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI). This comprehensive guide provides valuable information and insights into the different educational choices and pathways within the state, helping individuals make informed decisions about enrollment that best suit their needs and preferences.

To ensure accessibility for families of diverse linguistic backgrounds, the Student Enrollment application can be translated into other languages using the built-in or add-on translation features of their preferred browser. For more information on these browser features, please refer to the articles below:

• Google Chrome: Change Chrome languages & translate webpages
• Microsoft Edge: Use Microsoft Translator in Microsoft Edge browser
• Firefox: How to add translate feature to Firefox

If you require assistance from an interpreter or need help with document translation, please contact the English Learner (EL) Coordinator at your child's school. Additional details can be found on the Translation and Interpreter Services page.