The application process for Pre-K (School Year 24-25) Chicago Early Learning is open. Please see the Chicago Early Learning website for the steps needed to complete the application process.
Please email Ms. Vickie to set up a registration appointment: [email protected] Registration appointments begin TBA (Please Check Back as dates are announced)
Registration for 2024-2025 Kindergarten student or "New to Sauganash" Student: Information needed to enroll: 1. Your child's birth certificate 2. Previous years report cards 3. Two proofs of address (Types accepted listed in procedure/requirements below) 4. Medical records (We no longer make copies of medical forms.)
Elementary school registration checklist: Research shows that healthy students have better attendance and perform better in school, academically. Children must have proof of required immunizations and health exams before October 15th, or they will face exclusion from school. Please remember that a healthy child is a healthy learner.
Kindergarten Enrollment Eligibility: All children residing in the City of Chicago who are 5 years old on or before September 1 of the current school year, are eligible for enrollment into a CPS Kindergarten program.
The parent, legal guardian, or temporary custodian of any elementary age child enrolling in a Chicago public school is required to submit proof of age and required medical records to the school.
Proof of Age
Child’s birth certificate
Proof of Current Address - must be in the school boundaries
Current utility bills
Illinois Driver’s license or State of Illinois ID card
Deed
Employee identification card
Court documents
Illinois Department of Public Aid card
Stamped United States Post Office change of address form
Illinois state aid check/social security check
Other identification card issued by a federal or state agency or a foreign government consulate, such as a Matricula Consula
Health requirements Children are encouraged to submit their required immunizations and physicals prior to the start of the school year and no later than October 15 of the current school or they will face expulsion from school.
Physical examination requirements All students must have a physical examination within one year of:
entering schools in the State of Illinois for the first time, at any grade level
entering kindergarten or 1st grade, 6th grade, and 9th grade (ages 5, 10, 15 for ungraded programs)
entering preschool, up to age 6 (physical exam and lead screenings)
Dental requirement All students in Kindergarten, 2nd, and 6th grade must have a dental exam completed by a licensed dentist prior to May 15th of the current school year.
ATTENTION!! Before submitting any documents, please make a copy for your records or contact your child’s doctor. We are unable to provide copies of any medical records. Thank you.
Minimum Health Requirements for Chicago Public Schools