Enroll a Student
Welcome to Riverside!
We're so glad you chose our District!
We're so glad you chose our District!
Basic Instructions to Enroll Your New Student:
Gather the pertinent information such as birth certificate, acceptable **proof of residency, current driver's license, immunizations, and child custody papers, if applicable.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Do I need to withdraw from the school district I am leaving?
Yes, you should always alert the district your child is currently attending with as much advanced notice as possible to settle cafeteria balances, return textbooks, electronic devices, etc. Make sure they continue to attend their current school while the enrollment process finishes at Riverside. This helps promote a smoother transition in many aspects of your child's education.
Does my child's attendance carry over to Riverside?
Yes. The number of days missed or tardy at their previous district will be recorded in their record when they begin at Riverside. Since attendance directly affects educational performance, we want to be sure we are fully supporting your child from the start! If attendance issues existed in the previous district, there may be underlying issues interfering with your child's education, such as bullying. We are eager to work with you and your child to promote consistent attendance that leads t academic success.
I'm new to the area- How do I know if my home is in Riverside School District?
No worries!! If you're new to the area, our staff is always happy to answer questions. We have the knowledge to guide you through the process and can help determine if you are a resident. We will work diligently to create a seamless transition to Riverside or point you in the direction of your district of residence. We maintain close relationships with neighboring districts and can help send you to the appropriate offices. Just give us a call!
What is acceptable Proof of Residency?
When you click on the Enrollment Page, you will see directions. You will find a list of specific documents that are accepted for Proof of Residency.
**Proof of Residency-What is Enrollment Fraud?
Enrollment Fraud is knowingly sending your child/children to a different school district other than the one in which they live. Also referred to as Boundary Hopping, it costs resident tax-payers millions of dollars every year. Penalties for committing enrollment fraud may include fines and/or incarceration of the parents/guardians.
Unless a child physically lives within the school district boundaries 50% or more of the time, they are not considered to be a resident. Many questions arise within custody issues and childcare. However, it is very simple to determine where your child should attend if you know who to call. Please see the links below for helpful information. As always-we in the guidance are happy to help-just ask!!
http://www.usnews.com/education/articles/2009/03/02/schools-crack-down-on-boundary-hopping
http://blogs.findlaw.com/law_and_life/2013/06/school-enrollment-fraud-can-be-costly.html
What if my family is HOMELESS?
According to the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, the term HOMELESS CHILDREN AND YOUTHS is defined as/and includes the follows:
(A) individuals who lack a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence (within the meaning of section 103(a)(1)); and
B(i) children and youths who are sharing the housing of other persons due to loss of housing, economic hardship, or a similar reason; are living in motels, hotels, or camping grounds due to the lack of alternative adequate accommodations; are living in emergency or transitional shelters; are abandoned in hospitals; or are awaiting foster care placement;
(ii) children and youths who have a primary nighttime residence that is a public or private place not designed for or ordinarily used as a regular sleeping accommodation for human beings (within the meaning of section 103(a)(2)(C));
(iii) children and youths who are living in cars, parks, public spaces, abandoned buildings, substandard housing, bus or train stations, or similar settings; and
(iv) migratory children (as such term is defined in section 1309 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965) who qualify as homeless for the purposes of this subtitle because the children are living in circumstances described in clauses (i) through (iii).
AS ALWAYS, FEEL FREE TO CALL OUR GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT WITH QUESTIONS!!
MRS. KYLEE KASZER, EXTENSION 3018 MRS. KYLEIGH PALMER, EXTENSION 3037
GUIDANCE COUNSELOR, GRADES K-8 GUIDANCE SECRETARY
THANK YOU FOR ENTRUSTING US WITH THE EDUCATION OF YOUR CHILD
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Do I need to withdraw from the school district I am leaving?
Yes, you should always alert the district your child is currently attending with as much advanced notice as possible to settle cafeteria balances, return textbooks, electronic devices, etc. Make sure they continue to attend their current school while the enrollment process finishes at Riverside. This helps promote a smoother transition in many aspects of your child's education.
Does my child's attendance carry over to Riverside?
Yes. The number of days missed or tardy at their previous district will be recorded in their record when they begin at Riverside. Since attendance directly affects educational performance, we want to be sure we are fully supporting your child from the start! If attendance issues existed in the previous district, there may be underlying issues interfering with your child's education, such as bullying. We are eager to work with you and your child to promote consistent attendance that leads t academic success.
I'm new to the area- How do I know if my home is in Riverside School District?
No worries!! If you're new to the area, our staff is always happy to answer questions. We have the knowledge to guide you through the process and can help determine if you are a resident. We will work diligently to create a seamless transition to Riverside or point you in the direction of your district of residence. We maintain close relationships with neighboring districts and can help send you to the appropriate offices. Just give us a call!
What is acceptable Proof of Residency?
When you click on the Enrollment Page, you will see directions. You will find a list of specific documents that are accepted for Proof of Residency.
**Proof of Residency-What is Enrollment Fraud?
Enrollment Fraud is knowingly sending your child/children to a different school district other than the one in which they live. Also referred to as Boundary Hopping, it costs resident tax-payers millions of dollars every year. Penalties for committing enrollment fraud may include fines and/or incarceration of the parents/guardians.
Unless a child physically lives within the school district boundaries 50% or more of the time, they are not considered to be a resident. Many questions arise within custody issues and childcare. However, it is very simple to determine where your child should attend if you know who to call. Please see the links below for helpful information. As always-we in the guidance are happy to help-just ask!!
http://www.usnews.com/education/articles/2009/03/02/schools-crack-down-on-boundary-hopping
http://blogs.findlaw.com/law_and_life/2013/06/school-enrollment-fraud-can-be-costly.html
What if my family is HOMELESS?
According to the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, the term HOMELESS CHILDREN AND YOUTHS is defined as/and includes the follows:
(A) individuals who lack a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence (within the meaning of section 103(a)(1)); and
B(i) children and youths who are sharing the housing of other persons due to loss of housing, economic hardship, or a similar reason; are living in motels, hotels, or camping grounds due to the lack of alternative adequate accommodations; are living in emergency or transitional shelters; are abandoned in hospitals; or are awaiting foster care placement;
(ii) children and youths who have a primary nighttime residence that is a public or private place not designed for or ordinarily used as a regular sleeping accommodation for human beings (within the meaning of section 103(a)(2)(C));
(iii) children and youths who are living in cars, parks, public spaces, abandoned buildings, substandard housing, bus or train stations, or similar settings; and
(iv) migratory children (as such term is defined in section 1309 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965) who qualify as homeless for the purposes of this subtitle because the children are living in circumstances described in clauses (i) through (iii).
AS ALWAYS, FEEL FREE TO CALL OUR GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT WITH QUESTIONS!!
MRS. KYLEE KASZER, EXTENSION 3018 MRS. KYLEIGH PALMER, EXTENSION 3037
GUIDANCE COUNSELOR, GRADES K-8 GUIDANCE SECRETARY
THANK YOU FOR ENTRUSTING US WITH THE EDUCATION OF YOUR CHILD