Enrollment in kindergarten is the start of an exciting new adventure for children and their families. Our caring teachers and principals can't wait to welcome your children to their new school. We hope that the information contained on this page will help to ensure a smooth transition into District 65 and a great start to your child's educational career.

Children must be five years-old on or before September 1 to register for kindergarten.

Students are assigned to an attendance-area school based on the address of their residence. Click here to view the attendance-area maps for District 65. Families are encouraged to contact the Research, Accountability, and Data Department at (847) 859-8065 or (847) 859-8056 to verify their attendance-area school.

Families interested in half-day Kindergarten should contact the Registration Team at: parents@district65.net or 847-859-8065 for additional information.

Click here to view Kindergarten Registration Information

Strong Start to Kindergarten Resources 

Strong Start to Kindergarten documents are designed to help adults support children in learning skills that are important for kindergarten. These documents were developed through Evanston Cradle to Career, with input from District 65 kindergarten educators, preschool educators, parents, equity advocates, and community members. Strong Start to Kindergarten: An Activity Guide for Families and Caregivers (available in English and Spanish) is based on District 65's Strong Start to Kindergarten Goals for Educators.

Strong Start to Kindergarten: An Activity Guide for Families and Caregivers (English)

Strong Start to Kindergarten: An Activity Guide for Families and Caregivers (Spanish)

Strong Start to Kindergarten Goals for Educators