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Bridge City Elementary School will hold an early registration for the Kindergarten program April 11-22, from 5-7 pm, in the elementary school cafeteria. This evening registration is to accommodate those who aren't able to come during normal school hours.

The following guidelines apply to the Kindergarten program:

• Students must be five years old (5) on or before September 1, 2016.

• A state certified birth certificate, complete immunization record, proof of residency in Bridge City ISD (electric, water, gas, or rental agreement) the student’s social security card and parents or guardians photo ID are required.

• Current students who will be five years old by September 1, 2016 and will complete the 2015-2016 school year in PPCD, Speech, or Pre-K are not required to register for Kindergarten. They are automatically promoted.

Only complete packets will be accepted.

April 11-22 is the only time for teacher request for all grade levels. Parent/Guardian must complete form, no phone requests will be taken.

School personnel are asking anyone knowing parents of prospective Kindergarten children to inform them of the registration dates. The office at BCE School will be registering students from 8:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. each day. For further information contact our office at 735-0900.

Note: Texas State Compulsory Attendance Law mandates student attendance in school once enrolled in Pre-K or Kindergarten. Parents are subject to legal action and penalties for non-compliance with this law.