At Trinity, we understand the importance of making the right choice for your child’s educational needs. It is our shared responsibility to ensure that your child’s first school experience will be a time remembered with joy and a sense of accomplishment. Our teachers, staff, and administrators are dedicated to providing enriched, varied, exciting and positive learning experiences for all students. These experiences will be foundational building blocks for future personal and academic learning and success.
Requirements
Any child who is five years old before September 1st may attend Kindergarten. A child is eligible for admission to first grade if she/he is at least six (6) years old before September 1st.
The following documents are required for enrollment in public schools in Pennsylvania:
Birth certificate
Two proofs of residency with the parent or guardian's name
One must be a lease, deed, or current utility bill (acceptable utility bills include electric, gas, sewer, water, garbage, or one deemed appropriate by the district)
The second may be one of the following: property tax bill, vehicle registration, driver’s license, DOT identification card, or an additional utility bill as listed above
Proof of immunizations or medical/religious exemption form
*Please do not include copies of your student's Social Security card. We do not retain any Social Security numbers or documentation.
Acceptable alternatives to a child's birth certificate include notarized copy of birth certificate, baptismal certificate, copy of the record of baptism – notarized or duly certified and showing the date of birth, notarized statement from the parents or another relative indicating the date of birth, a valid passport, or a prior school record indicating the date of birth
Acceptable proof of residency includes: a deed, a lease, current utility bill, property tax bill, vehicle registration, driver’s license, and DOT identification card.
If applicable, a custody order should be provided at the time of registration.
Enrollment process
If you currently have a Skyward Family Access Account you can access the online application from your account. You will not need to create a new account.If you do not have a Skyward account, click on the hyperlink below and complete the form. You will be emailed login credentials and a link to the Online Enrollment Application.
If necessary, paper applications are available at any of our schools. You may drop off a completed paper enrollment form at any of the Trinity Area School District buildings.
If you currently have a Skyward Family Access Account you can access the online application from your account. If you do not have a Skyward account, click on the hyperlink below and complete the form. You will be emailed login credentials and a link to the Online Enrollment Application.
Prior to entering Kindergarten, each child will undergo a screening called the DIAL4. This screening helps teachers become familiar with your child and understand the different ability levels that they need to accommodate in your child’s class. Dial 4 Screening occurs in May.
Kinder Camp
Kinder camp is a two-day event held at the end of August. This program provides your child with the opportunity to spend time with their teacher and also their classmates. They will get to know the classroom, learn the rules of the school, visit the cafeteria, and play on the playground, and even have the chance to take a bus ride!
Requirements
Any child who is five years old before September 1st may attend Kindergarten. Kindergarten is a full day program. The following documents are required for enrollment:
Birth Certificate
Two proofs of residency with the parent or guardian's name
One must be a lease, deed, or current utility bill (acceptable utility bills include electric, gas, sewer, water, garbage, or one deemed appropriate by the district)
The second may be one of the following: property tax bill, vehicle registration, driver’s license, DOT identification card, or an additional utility bill as listed above
Proof of immunizations or medical/religious exemption form
Custody agreement, if applicable
Kindergarten Parent Orientation
A Parent Orientation evening will be held on a date in August on a date to be determined to provide parents with an opportunity to meet the staff and learn about the Kindergarten program. Your student does not need to attend.
Kindergarten Physical & Dental Forms
Pennsylvania state law requires that any child registering for Kindergarten or 1st grade must have these forms completed by their physician and dentist. You can either return or fax the completed form to the appropriate school nurse. If you do not have access to a physician and/or dentist your school nurse will notify you of the date when these professionals will be at the school to complete a screening to meet the state requirements. Completed forms should be submitted prior to the first day of school.
If at any time you move within the Trinity Area School District, you must submit a Change of Address Request and 2 proofs of your new residence. One must be a lease, deed, or current utility bill (acceptable utility bills include electric, gas, sewer, water, garbage, or one deemed appropriate by the district). The second may be one of the following: property tax bill, vehicle registration, driver’s license, DOT identification card, or an additional utility bill as listed above.
Please click here to complete the Change of Address Request and upload the required documents. If you need assistance completing this process, please contact Mrs. O’Brien at (724) 223-2000 x6510 or by email at dobrien@trinityhillers.net.
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