Washoe Country School District

Register for School

Elementary, Middle and High School

The first day of school will be a full day with lunch and regular bus service (except for Kindergarten). Returning students must register each year. When registering new students you will need to bring your child’s birth certificate or passport, immunization record from your health care provider, and a utility bill showing your name and address as proof of residence. Students who are younger than 18 will need to be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian to register.

All students should register BEFORE the first day of school at your child’s zoned school.

PLEASE CONTACT YOUR ZONED SCHOOL FOR REGISTRATION DATES AND TIMES. FIRST GRADE - students who will be 6 years old on or before Sept. 30, 2011, but who DID NOT:

• complete a state accredited kindergarten program;
• complete a private kindergarten program licensed by the Nevada Department of Education; or
• complete a register home school program

MUST pass the First Grade Admission Test before being enrolled in First Grade. Please contact your child's zoned school for an appointment. If you are not sure which school your child should attend, log on to www.washoe.k12.nv.us/schools/zoning_search/ and type in your address.

 2011-12 Bell Schedule

All Registration Takes Place At Individual Schools.
If you are not sure which school your child should attend, click here and type in your address. For more information, call the Zoning Office at 333-3772.

WCSD Parent/Student Handbook 
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Technology Acceptable Use Policy 
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Home Language Survey (New Students to WCSD ONLY)

Fillable Registration Forms -

All forms must be filled out and returned to your child’s school to complete the enrollment process.Todos los formularios se debem completer y devuelvan a la escuela de sus hijos para completer la inscripción.

American Indian/Alaska Native  
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Children in Transition  
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Email/Text  
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Federal Impact Aid  
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Immigrant Grant  
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Migrant  
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Parent/Student Agreement  
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Sibling Information  
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Student Accord/Emergency  
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Student Health Information  
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Technology/Field Trip Release  
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Immunizations

Immunizations are a state requirement for students attending Washoe County schools. Please make sure your child’s immunizations are up to date.

PLEASE NOTE: There are new immunization requirements for students who are entering 7th grade, as well as other immunization requirements that will affect students who are coming from out of state or who are entering Kindergarten. Specific vaccine information can be obtained on the WCSD website at www.washoe.k12.nv.us/schools/backtoschool/ or by contacting the Washoe County District Health Department at 328-3724.

In anticipation of the busy “Back to School” season, please review your child’s immunization record and make arrangements with your community immunization provider (see below). If you have questions regarding your child’s specific immunizations, contact the school health office at your child’s school.

Community Immunization Providers
Please bring your child’s shot record with you when obtaining immunizations.

• Your private physician: Most physicians have vaccines available for their established clients.
• Health Access Washoe County (HAWC): 329-6300, 1055 S. Wells Ave, Reno
  Monday through Thursday 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.
  Please call for an appointment
  Immunizations for children 0 to 17. No Adults. Sliding fee.
• Orvis Nursing Center: 327-5000, 401 W. 2nd Street, Suite 104, Reno
  Monday - Friday 8:30 A.M.to 12:00 P.M.
  Monday - Thursday 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. Closed 12-1 P.M.
  Immunizations by appointment only
  All immunizations for all ages available
• St. Mary's Immunization Program: 770-7100, 1625 East Prater Way, Suite #102, Sparks, NV
  Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.
  Please call for an appointment (770-7100)
  All immunization for eighteen (18) and under
• Washoe County Health Department: 328-3724, 1001 E. Ninth St., Bldg B, Reno
  Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. and 1:00 P.M. to 4:30 P.M.
  Please call 328-2402 for an appointment - Closed 12-1 P.M.
  Appointment line available for bookings one week in advance: 8-12 & 1-5 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
  All immunizations for all ages available

Kindergarten

A child must reach his/her fifth birthday on or before September 30, 2011 to attend kindergarten this year. During the week of August 30-September 3, kindergarten students at schools with Traditional schedules will come to school only for an early-success screening. Please contact your child's school for a screening appointment. Kindergarten students only begin regular class the second week of school on Tuesday, September 6 for schools on Traditional schedules.

For more information, contact your individual school or call 861-1240.

Registration

Registration dates and times vary. Contact your school for details. Students should report to the school for which they are zoned. Transfer students from outside the school district or students with questions about their schedules should contact the school office before the first day of school.

Click here to see which school your child is zoned for.

Registration runs from 8:30 to 3:30 daily. All schools will register at this time. Bring:

• Original Birth Certificate
• Shot Record
• Social Security Number, if you have one for the child (optional)
• Proof of Residency, power or telephone bill

Go to the school you are zoned for to register.

For more information, call 861-1240.

First Graders New to the District

First-grade students must take the First Grade Admission Test if the child:

• Did not attend an accredited kindergarten;
• Did not attend a private kindergarten program licensed by the Nevada Department of Education; or
• Were home schooled without the approval of the WCSD.

To schedule an appointment for this test, please call Deanna Rucker at 348-0249 starting on Monday,  May 23, 2011.  For more information, call 861-1240.

Elementary School, Grade 1-6

Parents are reminded that all students need to be registered during your school's specified times in order to complete the registration forms. Contact your child's school for registration details.

Click here to see which school your child is zoned for.

Middle School, grades 7-8

Registration dates and times vary. Contact your school for details. Students should report to the school for which they are zoned. Transfer students from outside the school district or students with questions about their schedules should contact the school office before the first day of school.

Click here to see which school your child is zoned for.

High School, Grades 9-12

Registration dates and times vary. Contact your school for details. High school students who registered previously should have received information in the mail. Students new to the school district should make an appointment with a school counselor by calling the school for which they are zoned before the first day of school. High school students younger than 18 need to be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian in order to register.

Click here to see which school your child is zoned for.

Washoe Innovations Academy (formerly known as Washoe High School)

Please call 333-5150 for specific dates and times regarding intake, registration and orientation. Registration and orientation take approximately 90 minutes. High school students younger than 18 need to be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian in order to register. Student must bring a referral and transcript from current school and be a 3rd or 4th year high school student (10, 11 or 12 grade year). Students new to the District must present an original birth certificate and immunization records. Special Education students must have a transition IEP prior to enrolling.
 

School Meals

Place money on students' accounts at www.mylunchmoney.com or at www.washoe.k12.nv.us/parents/nutrition-services. Student breakfast and lunch menus can be accessed at www.washoe.k12.nv.us/parents/nutrition-services/menus Applications for free or reduced-price meals are included in the schools' registration packets or picked up at the school office.

Bus Transportation

Bus transportation begins the first day of school and will be provided to elementary students who live more than 1 mile from school, middle school students who live more than 2 miles and high school students who live more than 3 miles. Students whose routes have been declared hazardous by the Board of Trustees also will be bused.

For questions on transportation, please call the Centralized Dispatch Office at 353-5900.

Special Education

Special Education Bus Service

English Language Learners (ELL)

ESL Registration Information
ESL Información de Registro

Please allow for one to two hours for testing. Staff at the schools will explain to students which schools they should enroll in and which ELL (ESL) classes are offered. Students will also receive information about transportation to their school.

If you have any questions, please contact the ELL Department at 333-6090.

Incline High School:

7:48 a.m.-2:02 p.m.

("Zero" period classes start at 6:55 a.m.) Registration will begin in August. Book deposits ($20 for incoming freshman and new students), Student Body Cards ($20) and Yearbooks ($65) should be paid at this time.

Counselors will be available during registration hours. Counselors are assigned to students by alphabet: Alana Brown A-K, Faith Nicole L-Z. High school students under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian in order to enroll.

Athletic Packets and "Pink Slips" to participate in fall sports will also be available beginning in August . The Student Body Card fee ($20) and Athletic Transportation fee ($25) must be paid in order to receive "Pink Slips."

For further information, please call 832-4260.

Incline Middle School:

7:55 a.m. -2:14 p.m.

Registration packets for all students will be available beginning in August , from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

All forms in the packet must be completed and signed. When packets are returned, students will receive their class schedules.

Students new* to the district should call the middle school office at 832-4220 for an appointment with the counselor.

Incline Elementary School

Grades K-2: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Grades 3-5: 9:10 a.m.-3:15 p.m.

Registration for new* students starts in August. Early School Success Screenings for kindergarten students are held the first week of school. Call 832-4240 or 832-4250 with any questions.

*New Students: To enroll, bring a certified copy of the student's birth certificate or passport and immunization record from your health care provider. A utility bill is necessary for proof of residency. The student's Social Security number also is requested.

Washoe Adult Program:

Offers Adult Diploma and GED classes

The Washoe Adult program also offers ESL classes. The cost for ESL registration is $30.00 and they will receive 3 new books. We have morning and evening classes.

Classes will begin (to be announced).

To enroll call 333-5020 for an appointment. We are currently taking appointments. Classes are free and we have morning, afternoon and evening classes.

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