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New to the Elizabeth Public School System
Please note registration is currenly open for children born on or before October 1st, 2018
- Children who's birth date is between 10/02/2017 - 10/01/2018 will be placed in Prek 3 (no exceptions)
- Children who's birth date is between 10/02/2016 - 10/01/2017 will be placed in Prek 4 (no exceptions)
Registration — Required Documents for all Grades (Pre-K through 12)The child’s birth certificate, his/her immunization records, physical examination (within one year), and proof of residency as listed below.
Please provide one of the following to meet your five point requirement:___ Deed ___ Mortgage
___ Current Property Tax Bill ___ Landlord Affidavit (form 6-C)”
___ Current Lease or 5-C form
Four of the following (All must have your name and address)___ Government Issued Identification ___ Credit card bill
___ Current Gas bill ___ Current Electrical Bill
___ Current Cable Bill ___ Benefit Statement
___ Current Water/sewer Bill ___ Current Cell Phone Bill
___ Homeowner Insurance ___ Auto Insurance
___ Paystub from Employer ___ Bank Statement
To register you must come in person to:
Grades Prek 3 DOB 10/02/2017 - 10/01/2018 and Prek 4 DOB 10/02/2016 - 10/01/2017
Early Childhood Department
1000 S. Elmora Ave. Elizabeth, NJ 07202
Monday through Friday from 8:30AM to 3PM.
Note: please check our district calendar for office operational days at School Calendar, make sure to bring all required documentation.You can contact us via email:
WelcomeCenterEC@epsnj.orgBy Phone:
(908)436-5351
Grades Kindergarten through 8th
Children’s Welcome Center
507 Westminster Avenue Elizabeth, NJ 07208
Monday through Friday from 8:30AM to 3PM.
Note: please check our district calendar for office operational days at School Calendar, make sure to bring all required documentation.You can contact us via email:
WelcomeCenterK8@epsnj.orgBy Phone:
(908)552-7500
Grades 9th to 12th
High School Welcome Center
600 Pearl Street Elizabeth, NJ 07202
Monday through Friday from 8:30AM to 3PM.
Note: please check our district calendar for office operational days at School Calendar, make sure to bring all required documentation.You can contact us via email:
welcomecenter@epsnj.orgBy Phone:
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PowerSchool Parent Portal
PowerSchool Parent Portal Instructions
If you don't already have a PowerSchool Parent Portal or need assistance click here
- To obtain information in regards to instructions for how to navigate the PowerSchool Parent Portal please click here.
- If you are having technical difficulties accesing your child's PowerSchool information please click here. Please fill out the contact form and someone from the school will get back to you shortly.
- To obtain information in regards to instructions for how to navigate the PowerSchool Parent Portal please click here.
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PowerSchool Student Portal
PowerSchool Student Portal Instructions
- To obtain information in regards to instructions for how to navigate the PowerSchool Student Portal please click here.
- To access PowerSchool please visit Student and Parent Sign In (powerschool.com)
- All students will follow the homeroom schedule that is indicated in PowerSchool.
- To obtain information in regards to instructions for how to navigate the PowerSchool Student Portal please click here.
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Calendar
To obtain more information in regards to the EPS School Calendar for the 2021 – 2022 school year, please click here or for the above document in PDF format visit 2021-2022SchoolCalendars.pdf (epsnj.org).
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Stay Connected
Stay Connected
It is extremely important that we have the most updated home address and/or phone numbers so that we may contact you in the event of an emergency or to discuss your child’s progress. Please be sure to update your contact information by logging into your PowerSchool Parent Portal and filling out the Emergency Information form found under the Forms link throughout the course of the school year should there be a change in either your home address and/or phone number. Open communication between the home and the school is expected and is one of the more pertinent keys to academic success in school.- For instructions on how to keep your information up-to-date please click here.
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Transportation for Your Child
Transportation
Transportation will be available for the following students:
- Elementary students who live more than 2.0 miles from their school
- High school students who live more than 2.5 miles from their school
- Students whose IEP include transportation services
All students will be socially distanced while being transported to and from school.
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Uniform and Dress Code Policies
Uniform Policy
Dress Code Guidelines are established to promote a standard of appearance that enhances the learning environment as well as allows for the reasonable comfort of all students. Uniforms are expected to be worn on a daily basis.
To obtain information in regards to the uniform and dress code requirements for your child’s school, please refer to Uniforms / Uniform and Dress Code Policies (epsnj.org).
Parents, we are asking for both your cooperation as well as your support in regards to your child’s adherence to the uniform policy. Students who do not adhere to the school uniform policy will not be permitted to enter the building on Thursday, September 9th or any school day thereafter. Please do not hesitate to contact the main office if you should have any questions with respect to the uniform policy.
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Forms and Applications For Your Child
Forms and Applications
Please ensure that all of the required documents listed below are reviewed and completed by the first day of school and that all personal information is updated regularly:
- Emergency Information Form
Español | عربى | Português | Kreyòl Ayisyen - Notice Regarding Physicals
Español | عربى | Português | Kreyòl Ayisyen - Media Release Form
Español | عربى | Português | Kreyòl Ayisyen - Student Internet & Network Permission Form
Español | عربى | Português | Kreyòl Ayisyen - Acceptable Use For Technology – Electronic Mobile Device Form
Español | عربى | Português | Kreyòl Ayisyen - Emergency Connectivity Fund (ECF)
Español | عربى | Português | Kreyòl Ayisyen - Lunch Application
- Emergency Information Form
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Health and Safety Protocols
Health and Safety Protocols
Providing 24/7 protection against Covid-19 and the Delta Variant for students, teachers, and in the classroom is a top priority.
- Masks will be required for all students and staff members.
- We have provided every school with air purifiers that have a HEPA filter.
- We have ensured adequate supplies to support healthy hygiene behaviors, including soap, tissues, face coverings, and hand sanitizers (with at least 60 percent ethyl alcohol) for students and staff members who can safely use hand sanitizers.
- We have provided electrostatic sprayers in every school. The sprayers will enable custodial staff to more efficiently disinfect our schools. Detailed attention will be given to high-touch areas such as door handles, desktops, sink handles, handrails and restrooms throughout the day.
- We have posted signage in high visibility areas to remind students and staff members of proper techniques for handwashing, the covering of coughs and sneezes, and other prevention measures.
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Electronic Devices
Electronic Devices
For the past few years, our school has operated as a 1:1 technology school; and as a result, all students will continue to utilize a laptop computer for their daily classroom instruction. Students should make every effort to take excellent care of their laptops throughout the school year, as this is a very special privilege. Our 1:1 technology implementation will continue to ensure that our students attain the competitive standards that are needed to foster both college and career readiness. All students are required to bring their charged laptops and power cords to school daily.
NEW ENTRANTS
All new students to the district will receive their laptop during the first week of school.
9TH GRADE STUDENTS
Freshmen will receive their laptops at the 9th Grade Orientation.
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Immunization Requirements
Immunization Requirements
The state of New Jersey has mandated that all children born after January 1st, 1997 and enrolled in Grade Six, will be required to receive a booster dose of the diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis vaccine (Tdap) as well as one dose of meningococcal vaccine.
Documentation that your child has received the required sixth grade immunizations must be turned into the school nurse no later than Monday, August 30th, 2021.
Students entering 6th grade with birthdays on or after August 16th, 2021, must provide written confirmation from your child’s healthcare provider of the vaccination appointment. This appointment should be within two weeks of your child turning 11 years of age. The immunization record must be submitted immediately following the appointment. The Elizabeth Public School District is compelled by law to ensure that all students receive their required immunizations.
Children who do not meet immunization requirements or do not have documentation of a scheduled appointment within two weeks of turning 11 years of age will be excluded from school beginning the first school day.
Additional Immunization Documents
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Before & After Care
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CONNECTING TO TEAMS USING AN IPAD
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Connecting to Teams using a Laptop
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Parent Information Recorded Session
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Guidelines, Resources, and Best Practices for the Elizabeth Public Schools Return to School Plan