The Highland Central School District (HCSD) will begin Kindergarten registration for the 2026-2027 school year on February 2, 2026. Registration will remain open through May 1, 2026.

Children who will be five years old by December 1, 2026, are eligible to register. Families may pick up a registration packet at Highland High School (320 Pancake Hollow Road) on weekdays between 8 AM and 2 PM, beginning on February 2, or call (845) 691-1032 to make other arrangements.

Please note that any child currently enrolled in the HCSD Universal Pre-Kindergarten program or other preschool services will still need to register for Kindergarten.

Kindergarten Screening

Kindergarten screening will take place on May 8, 2026, and will be conducted by appointment only. Screening appointments are scheduled after all required registration documents have been submitted. Once paperwork is received, families will be emailed a SignUpGenius link to select an appointment time for screening day.

Required Registration Documents

To complete Kindergarten registration, families must submit copies of the following:

• Proof of Student Age (birth certificate, baptismal certificate, or passport)


• Proof of Guardian Identity (valid state-issued, military, or photo ID)


• Proof of Guardianship, if applicable (custody papers, court orders, DSS 2999, or notarized affidavit)


• Proof of Residency (two forms required; examples include lease, tax bill, driver’s license, utility bill, or pay stub; a full list is included in the packet)


• Health Records, including the most recent physical examination and immunization record



Please note that registration cannot be processed without all required documentation. A new physical examination and updated immunizations may be required prior to the first day of school.

Submitting Registration Packets

Completed registration packets should be submitted to:

Highland High School
Attention: Julie Miller, Registrar
 

Families with questions are encouraged to call (845) 691-1032 for assistance.