Kindergarten FAQ's
What is the age requirement to enroll in kindergarten?
Children who are five years old on or before September 1, of the child's enrollment year, are eligible for kindergarten. Proof of age (birth certificate) is required when registering for kindergarten.
When can I enroll my child for kindergarten?Kindergarten enrollment for the 2020-21 school year is open as of November 18, 2019. Enrollment is completed online.
Do I need to have my child screened prior to kindergarten?
Minnesota State law requires completion of an early childhood screening prior to entrance into kindergarten.
Where can I have my child's early childhood screening completed?
Early childhood screening may be completed in any school district. If you would like more information on Byron's please contact the Byron Community Education office at 507-775-2336 to make an appointment.
Do I need to have my child immunized?
Minnesota law requires children enrolled in school to be immunized against certain diseases or file a legal medical or conscientious exemption. To review requirements visit Minnesota Statute 121A.15.
What if I am not sure if my child is attending kindergarten at Byron Primary School fall 2020?
If you are unsure of your child's kindergarten plans, we still encourage you to register as this helps keep the student-teacher ratio most current.
What if my child will NOT be attending kindergarten at Byron Primary School fall 2020?
If you are not planning to enroll your child in kindergarten, or your child will be attending kindergarten in another school district, please contact the Primary School office once that decision has been made, 507-624-0311.
How do I learn more about what happens in kindergarten? Is there a parent/guardian information meeting?
All 2020 enrolled kindergarten families will be invited to Kamp Kindergarten. Kamp Kindergarten is an exciting opportunity for your student to experience a day in the life of a kindergartner. This is a 90 minute event. Mark your calendars, and please remember you must have completed enrollment to attend Kamp Kindergarten.
Online Registrations Instructions for Incoming Kindergarten Families:
STEP 1 - Gather your Materials
Please read through STEP 1 on the website and note items listed below that are necessary for Kindergarten Enrollment:
- Copy of legal document for Proof Of Age - In accordance with Minnesota State law, before starting school, proof of age (ex. birth certificate) must be provided to the school.
- Current Immunization record
- Early Childhood Screening results - If your child has not participated in Early Childhood Screening, which is required for entrance into kindergarten, please call (507) 775-2336 to set up an appointment.
STEP 2 - Begin Online Application
Please choose the option below that best fits your family.
Resident Families enrolling their FIRST child into the district
- If your family has never completed an Online Registration for Infinite Campus (no students in preschool or kindergarten - 12th grade) click on Begin Application Here under STEP 2 on the website
- Note: an initial email will be sent to you with a link to continue the registration, it will come from “noreply@byron.k12.mn.us” and may end up in your SPAM or Junk email folder
Existing Families enrolled at Byron Public Schools or Preschool
- If you already have children enrolled in Preschool or Kindergarten - 12th grade click on Login to the Parent Portal to access the Registration link under STEP 2 on the website
- If you have not created a login for the Parent Portal please contact Tena Roughsedge in the Primary School Office, 507-624-0311 or tena.roughsedge@byron.k12.mn.us for login information
If you have any further questions, please contact Tena Roughsedge at the Byron Primary School, 507-624-0311 or tena.roughsedge@byron.k12.mn.us.
Thank you