2026-27 Kindergarten Registration
Welcome to Kindergarten, and welcome to Amity Elementary! On behalf of our entire school community, I am so glad you are here. Beginning kindergarten is an exciting milestone for both students and families, and we are honored that you are considering Deer Park Schools and Amity Elementary for this important step in your child’s educational journey.
We know that registering for school can come with many questions, and our goal is to make this process as clear and supportive as possible. This page is designed to guide you through each step of the 2026–27 kindergarten registration process, from completing forms to scheduling meetings and screeners. If you need assistance at any point, please don’t hesitate to reach out — we are here to help and look forward to welcoming your family to Amity Elementary.
Laura Warman
Principal, Amity Elementary
NOTE: Per Deer Park Board of Education Policy 5112: "A child is eligible for entrance into kindergarten if s/he attains the age of five (5) on or before the first day of the school year of the year in which s/he applies for entrance (August 18 for 2026-27). The Board may admit a younger child to kindergarten if the child satisfies the Board's early entrance criteria. A child under age six (6) who is enrolled in kindergarten will be considered of compulsory school age.
Registration Process
1. If interested in registering your child for Kindergarten for the 2026-27 school year, please complete this form:
Kindergarten Pre-Registration Information Survey
To determine if your address falls within the residential boundaries for Deer Park Community City Schools, please go to the Hamilton County Auditor’s website.
There will be a Kindergarten Information Night hosted at Amity Elementary on Thursday, March 5 at 6:30 p.m. to give potential kindergarten parents the opportunity to hear from the teachers and review expectations and activities in kindergarten for the upcoming year.
2. Please complete the online forms through Final Forms to begin the enrollment process. Complete the form by clicking the link below the instructions:
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Create a Parent new account (you will receive an email to confirm your account and create a password)
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Click the "Registration Open for Next Year"
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Click Add Student button at top right of the screen
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Select 2039 as the year your student is expected to graduate from high school.
3. Attend Registration Meeting.
Registration meetings will be held at the Board of Education office (Holmes Education Center) located at 8688 Donna Lane Cincinnati, Ohio 45236. Incoming students do not need to attend the registration meeting (Parents/Guardians only).
FINAL FORMS REGISTRATION
Please contact Diane Daily at 513-936-6275 / daily.d@dpccsd.org with registration questions.
4. Please bring copies of the following to the registration meeting (See item #4). Hard copies of Deer Park forms are available in the Amity Elementary office or the Board of Education Office. Copies of Photo ID, Birth Certificates, and Residency will be made at the meeting.
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Valid Photo Identification
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Original Birth Certificate (Click HERE to learn how to obtain an Ohio Birth Certificate)
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Proof of Residency (Click HERE to see list of acceptable documents)
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Custody Paperwork (IF APPLICABLE) | Custody FAQs
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Special Education paperwork (IF APPLICABLE)
Click one of the links below to sign up for a 10-minute time slot.
Monday, March 16, 2026 | 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, March 18, 2026 | 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Kindergarten Screeners at Amity Elementary:
Kindergarten Screeners will be held on the following days at Amity Elementary:
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Monday, May 4, 2026 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
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Tuesday, May 5, 2026 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
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Wednesday, May 6, 2026 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Screeners will take approximately 20 minutes with time for parent(s) to provide input
Amity Elementary is located at 4320 E. Galbraith Road Cincinnati, Ohio 45236. Please enter the main office off the east side of the building.
To sign up for a time slot to bring your child in, please click on the link below and select the date that works for you.
Please note: Even if the student is enrolled in a Deer Park Preschool program, please sign up for an assessment time slot.