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Registering for Kindergarten

If your child will turn 5 years old on or before August 31st, it is very important that you register your child for kindergarten as soon as possible so we can appropriately plan for next year. Please call Morris Early Childhood Center at 302-422-1650 to schedule a date and time to register. You must bring your child for screening on your scheduled registration date and time.

Important notes:
  • Please call 422-1650 to schedule a date and time to register
  • Please indicate if you will need an interpreter
  • Child must be 5 years old by August 31, 2024 to begin kindergarten
  • You must bring your child for screening on your scheduled registration date and time

*Please note: Any family who is interested in being considered for the 2024-2025 Spanish Immersion Program lottery will need to register on or before June 7th. Any late registrants will be added to the waiting list.

2024-2025 Kindergarten Screening Dates

Please call Morris Early Childhood Center (302-422-1650) or email MECCregistration@msd.k12.de.us to schedule to your appointment.

Date Time
March 4 (Monday) 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm
March 15 (Friday) 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
March 18 (Monday) 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm
March 25 (Monday) 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm
April 22 (Monday) 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm
April 23 (Tuesday) 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

 

How to Register

  1. Register online using the links below.  You will also need to fill out the supplemental packet that includes medical and transportation forms for the Milford School District.
  2. Register using the the full registration packet below. 
 

To complete registration, you will need copies of the following documents:

  • Parent/Guardian Driver’s License or Government Issued Identification Card
  • Child's Birth Certificate (State Issued Birth Certificate with raised seal)
  • Proof of Immunizations/Shot Records
  • Legal Documents concerning Custody (if applicable)
  • Proof of Residence – Acceptable documents include:
    • Utility Bill (gas, electric, water, etc.) The bill must list the address where services are rendered and list the person registering the child.
    • Mortgage Statement
    • Housing Lease

Get Ready for Kindergarten Checklist

First page of the PDF file: GettingReadyforKindergartenchecklist
Questions?  Contact Morris Early Childhood Center
p: 302-422-1650