New Student Enrollment
Welcome to Newtown Public Schools! We are delighted that your child will be joining our school community as we begin this educational journey together.
Our goal is to provide every student with a high-quality educational experience that supports their individual needs. A key part of achieving this is fostering open, honest, and ongoing communication between home and school. By working together, we can help ensure your child has a successful and rewarding school experience.
Required Enrollment Documents
Once your online registration has been submitted, you will be asked to bring the required enrollment documents to your child's school.
Proof of Age
Please provide one of the following:
- Students born in the United States: An original, full-size birth certificate (wallet-sized copies cannot be accepted).
- Students born outside the United States: A passport with visa, Permanent Resident Card (Green Card), or other acceptable immigration documentation.
- State Health Assessment Form, if it has already been completed.
Proof of Residency
Please provide one current utility bill (electric, gas, or landline telephone) and one of the following, as applicable:
Homeowners
- Current mortgage statement.
- Current Newtown property tax statement.
- Declaration (title) page of the current homeowner's insurance policy.
Renters
- A current lease or rental agreement.
- If a lease is unavailable, a notarized letter from the landlord or property owner confirming the parent/guardian and student's residence. Residency verification may be required annually.
Living with Another Family or Individual
If the student and parent/guardian are residing in a home that is owned or rented by another person, a
Certificate of Residence and the required affidavits must be completed by the homeowner or tenant. The homeowner or tenant must also provide the required residency documentation listed above.
The district may conduct a residency verification visit before a student begins attending school.
Please note: Residency verification must be completed before a student may be enrolled and attend Newtown Public Schools.