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Kindergarten

Kindergarten Enrollment Opens Monday, February 24.

We are happy you have chosen to enroll your child in Athens City Schools. This is a very important step in your child's future, and we are confident you will be proud that you selected Athens City Schools.

Please Read Before You Begin

Eligibility

Any child who is 5 on or before September 1 who lives inside the Athens City limits can enroll in ACS for the 2025-2026 school year. If you have questions about zoning, please contact Dr. Jennifer Sallee at Jennifer.Sallee@acs-k12.org or contact us at (256) 233-6600.

Requirements

The following documents are required to enroll your Kindergarten student in Athens City Schools. Please ensure you have all of the required paperwork above BEFORE you begin.

  • Parent/Guardian Picture ID
  • Birth Certificate (or alternative documentation in absence of a birth certificate)
  • Alabama Immunization Record 
  • Proof of Residence (Current utility bill, mortgage statement or rent lease agreement. When two families reside at the same address, a Landlord Letter may be submitted).
  • Proof of Custody/Guardianship - Custody papers may be required if the student doesn't reside with both birth parents. Custody/Guardianship will be made through the Judge's office. Board Policy stipulates neither Delegation of Parental Authority nor Power of Attorney will be accepted as a document for the student's legal custody. A signed Notary will not be used as a valid document for enrollment.

Again, please ensure you have all of the required paperwork above BEFORE you begin. If you have any questions, please contact us at  (256) 233-6600.

ACS Academies

Athens City Schools has four elementary schools, also known as the Athens Academies. The Academies serve students in grades PreK through 3rd grade and offer enriched school experiences in preparation for advancing grade levels. Students are surrounded by teachers who are passionate about teaching meaningful content via processes that support authentic student engagement. Click on each Academy below to learn more. If you have questions about zoning, please contact us at (256) 233-6600.

Kindergarten Lottery

Our kindergarten registration process provides a school choice option for parents.  First, please register for your ACS ZONED SCHOOL. If you have questions about zoning, please contact us at (256) 233-6600.

  • If you are interested in the School Choice/Kindergarten Lottery, please answer the two school choice/lottery questions during the registration process. The application must be completed by March 21, 2025 to be eligible. You will not need a separate application.
  • Electronic lottery will be held in May. 
  • Lottery notifications will occur in June.

2025-2026 Kindergarten Enrollment

If your family is brand NEW to Athens City Schools and you have never created an ACS PowerSchool account, please follow the instructions below:

  • Create a family account to be used for PowerSchool Enrollment.
  • All student records will be associated with the same family account. Once you create a family account, save that login information for future enrollment. You will use the same PowerSchool Enrollment family account to complete Returning Student Enrollment each school year as well as to enroll additional students. 
  • Click on the button below to complete the 2025-2026 Kindergarten Enrollment process.
  • You will  receive a confirmation email after completing enrollment successfully.

If your family already has students enrolled in Athens City Schools, follow the instructions below:

  • Log in to your PowerSchool Enrollment Family Account.
  • All student records are associated with the same family account. The PowerSchool family account is also used to complete  Returning Student Enrollment each school year as well as to enroll additional students.
  • Click on the button below to complete the 2025-2026 Kindergarten Enrollment process.
  • You will  receive a confirmation email after completing enrollment successfully.

If your students is already enrolled in ACS Alabama First Class PreK and you have previously completed PowerSchool New Student Registration:

  • Log in to your PowerSchool Enrollment Family Account.
  • All student records are associated with the same family account. The PowerSchool family account is also used to complete  Returning Student Enrollment each school year as well as to enroll additional students.
  • Check your email for a snap code to complete 2025-2026 Kindergarten Enrollment.

 

Enrollment Links will open February 24!


Computers and Assistance Available

Athens City Schools Board of Education
455 US Hwy. 31 N.
Athens, AL 35611

Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM. No appointment is necessary. To help us serve you best, please bring all required documents with you at the time of registration (enrollment). If you have any questions about enrollment, please call (256) 233-6600.

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Other ACS Kindergarten Options

This registration process is for traditional kindergarten enrollment for the Athens Academies. If you are interested in enrolling at Athens Renaissance School for non-traditional/blended kindergarten enrollment.

 

ACS REGISTRATION OPTIONS (click on each option to learn more)