CHAPTER 5.00 - STUDENTS

5.06 Admission To Kindergarten 

Any child shall be eligible for admission to kindergarten if he she has attained the age of five (5) years on or before September 1 of the school year. Provided, however, a child who transfers from another state shall be admitted under the same age requirements as established in the state where he/she previously resided. Before admitting a child to kindergarten, the principal shall require evidence of:

(1) The child’s date of birth in the manner provided by Florida Statutes;

(2) An up-to-date immunization record; and,

(3) A school-entry health examination conducted within one (1) year prior to enrollment in school in accordance with State Board of Education Rule 6A-6.024.

Statutory Authority: 1001.41; 1001.42, F.S.

Laws Implemented: 1001.43; 1003.21; 1003.22, F.S.

State Board of Education Rule: 6A-6.024

History:

Adopted: January 14, 1999

Revision Date(s): September 12, 2006

Formerly: