Information on the Rights of All Children to Enroll in School

All children in the United States are entitled to a basic public elementary and secondary education regardless of their race, color, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, or the status of their parents/guardians. School districts that either prohibit or discourage children from enrolling in schools because they or their parents/guardians are not U.S. citizens or are undocumented may be in violation of Federal law. Click the below links to find out more facts about enrollment policies.

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Summer Enrollment Information - Forms

Dysart Unified School District schools will be closed beginning June 13 through July 13.  School offices will reopen on July 17th.

Parents will be able to enroll students at the Dysart Education Center during the time that the school offices are closed. 

The Dysart Immunization Clinic will be temporarily relocated to the Dysart Education Center during Summer Enrollment, and will reopen at Dysart Elementary School on July 17th.

Enrollment at school sites will resume on July 17th.

SUMMER ENROLLMENT  – June 13, 2012 through July 13, 2012

Dysart Education Center – West Boardroom (map)
15802 North Parkview
Phoenix, AZ  85018
Phone:  (623) 876-7026

Appointments are recommended and walk-ins are welcome.

Hours of Operation:  7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. – Monday through Thursday

NOTE:  The following documentation is required for your child’s enrollment.

• State issued Birth Certificate
• Current Immunization Records
• Proof of Address
• Utility Bill – electric, gas or water
• Lease or Rental Contract
• Mortgage Documents

Complete Enrollment Packet
Parents will be able to download and complete the enrollment forms prior to coming into the Summer Enrollment office; or may complete the enrollment forms on-site.

ENROLLMENT INFORMATION

Age Limitation

Kindergarten – Any student enrolling in kindergarten must be five (5) years of age on or prior to August 1st in the school year for which you are applying (Arizona Revised Statutes 15-821).

First Grade – Any student enrolling in first grade must be six (6) years of age on or before August 31 in the school year for which you are applying (Arizona Revised Statutes 15-821).

There are no exceptions to the age limitations stated.
Parents/Guardians must complete the enrollment process in person.  You must provide a government issued photo identification to enroll your student.  In addition to completing the enrollment packet, you will need to bring the following documents:

• Certified copy of the Birth Certificate – Required showing that a student falls within the school district’s minimum and maximum age requirements.  Students must be five (5) years old on or before August 31 of the school year for enrollment in kindergarten and six (6) years of age on or before August 31 of the school year for enrollment into first grade.

The birth certificate is also used to verify the correct legal name.  In compliance with federal, state and district guidelines, all students are enrolled using the legal name on the student’s birth certificate UNLESS there has been a court-ordered name change and a photocopy of the legal name change documents are provided at the time of enrollment.

• Proof of Residency – Arizona Revised Statutes (A.R.S) 15-802(b) requires school districts to obtain and maintain verifiable documentation of Arizona Residency upon enrollment in an Arizona public school.  The documentation must be provided each time a student enrolls in a school, and reaffirmed annually.
• Utility Bill (gas, electric, water)
• Purchase or Escrow Agreement
• Lease or Rental Agreement

• Affidavit of Residency – If you are residing in the home of a relative or friend, you must provide an Affidavit of Residency notarized by the owner/renter.  The owner/renter of the home must provide the same proof of residency documentation noted above with the Affidavit.

• Proof of Immunization – All students entering Arizona public schools are required by law to be immunized.  Proof of immunization or a signed waiver is required at the time of enrollment and must include the name of the person, birth date, type of vaccine administered and the month, day and year of each immunization (A.R.S. 15-828).

• Legal Guardianship or Custodial Documents – Please provide any legal guardianship and/or custody documents regarding the student.

• Withdrawal Form – Please provide a withdrawal form from the last school the student attended.

• Individualized Learning Plan, Evaluation and other Related Documents – Students receiving special services (special education, gifted, English language learner (ELL), 504 Accommodation Plans) are encouraged to provide copies of documents upon enrollment.

• Future Freshman – Promotion certificate or proof of completion of eighth grade. 

• Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors New to the District – a withdrawal form with transfer grades and an unofficial transcript should be provided.  Junior and seniors who have attended an Arizona school may need to provide their AIMS scores.

Enrollment Packet

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I enroll my child for School?

Enrollment Forms – As a convenience, enrollment forms are available to download and complete prior to enrolling your child.  Enrollment forms are also available at each school office at the time of enrollment.

Click for Enrollment Forms

Which school will my child attend?
           
To determine your child’s home school, refer to the online attendance map link below.  Dysart Unified School District offers parents the opportunity to express their preference for any district school.  Students may apply for Open Enrollment at any school in the district provided space is available.  Parents open enrolling their students at a school other than their home school will be responsible for transportation. 

 Boundary Maps
 Open Enrollment

What if my child does not have some of all of the required immunizations?

Students must have proof of all required immunizations, or valid exemption, in order to attend school.  Arizona law allows exemptions for medical reasons, lab evidence of immunity and personal beliefs.  The immunization record for each vaccine must include the date and name of doctor or clinic.  Children who require immunizations can receive them free of charge from the Dysart Unified School District Immunization Clinic.  For more information click on the links below:

Dysart Immunization Clinic Information
2012-2013 Arizona School Immunization Requirements, Kdg.-12th Grade

How old does my child need to be to enter Kindergarten?

Children must be five (5) years old on or before August 31st of the school year in which they are enrolling.

Arizona State Statute 15-821.  Admission of children; required age

Is transportation provided for my child?

State law specifies that a local governing board may provide transportation for students to and from school. Dysart Unified School District policy provides busing for eligible students. Information regarding bus routes and times are available on-line.  Use our bus and school locator by clicking on the link below. If you have questions regarding eligibility of your student for busing, please contact the district's transportation department at 623.876.7030.

Transportation Information

What special programs or services are available at my child's school?

Each Dysart Unified School District campus is tailored to meet the needs of the student population and the community. Thus, programs differ among schools across the district. To get a basic outline of the programs and services offered at your neighborhood school, please view the individual school websites (found on our “Schools” page) to find information on athletic offerings, academic courses and after-school programs.

Where can I learn more about Dysart Unified School District curriculum and instruction?

The Dysart Curriculum and Instruction Department supports the Arizona Standards based curriculum for every school campus. Guides are available at each campus for particular implementation of those standards throughout the year. These guides describe skills the state of Arizona expects students to acquire and provide some of the methods students will employ to demonstrate that mastery. Additionally, click the link below to see the standards set by the state.

Arizona Department of Education – K12 Academic Standards

Does the district offer child care?

Dysart Unified School District provides a before and after school child care program.  Click on the link below to learn more.

Dysart Before and After School Program

How can I learn more about Dysart Unified School District?