THE DALLES — Kindergarten registration for the 2025–2026 school year at North Wasco County School District 21 (NWCSD) schools will open online on May 5. Registration is available for incoming kindergarten students at Chenowith, Colonel Wright, and Dry Hollow Elementary Schools.
Along with general registration, families may also submit interest forms for the Dual Language Immersion (DLI) Program at Chenowith Elementary. This program offers students the opportunity to become bilingual and biliterate in English and Spanish, beginning in kindergarten.
Registration Requirements
Parents or guardians must provide the following documentation during the registration process:
● Proof of Age: A certified birth certificate confirming the child will be five (5) years old on or before Sept. 1, 2025.
● Proof of Residence: Two (2) documents showing current residency within the district boundaries (e.g., utility bill, lease agreement, or property tax statement).
● Immunization Records: Documentation of required vaccinations, including:
○ 5 DTaP (Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis)
○ 4 Polio ○ 1 Varicella (Chickenpox)
○ 2 MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)
○ 3 Hepatitis B
○ 2 Hepatitis A
● Vision Screening Certification: Proof of a basic vision screening or eye exam, as required by Oregon law.
● Dental Screening Certification: Per Oregon House Bill 2972, children age seven (7) or younger must complete a dental screening before entering school for the first time.
Open House Events
Families are invited to attend Kindergarten Open House events at each elementary school to meet staff, tour classrooms, and learn more about the curriculum and programs:
Dry Hollow Elementary, Thursday, May 15 from 5-6 p.m.
Colonel Wright Elementary, Thursday, May 29 from 5-6 p.m.
Chenowith Elementary, Thursday, June 5 from 5-6 p.m.
Dual Language Immersion Program (DLI)
The DLI program at Chenowith Elementary promotes academic excellence and bilingual proficiency. Interested families should complete the DLI Interest Form available on our district home page. Enrollment may be determined by a lottery if applications exceed available space. No prior Spanish language experience is necessary.
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