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| James L. Garvey Parent Information Center |
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Student registration, transfer information, registration and immunization requirements,
transfer form, PIC contacts, PIC directions and school calendar
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768 Main Street
Worcester, MA 01610
Phone: 508-799-3194
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| Important Information |
The Worcester Public Schools has a voluntary student assignment
policy, utilizing its Magnet School Network and its school of
choice options.
All elementary school students registering or transferring into
the Worcester Public Schools are required to do so at the Parent
Information Center. Staff at the Center assists parents in the
selection of an educational environment that meets the academic
needs of their child. This allows parents the opportunity to take
advantage of the diverse educational opportunities that exist within
the Worcester Public Schools.
The Parent Information Center continues to provide parents with:
Information regarding the established Student Assignment Policy;
Assistance in obtaining access to specialized resources
available in the Worcester Public Schools;
Assistance with on-site visits to all schools within the system;
Help in the initial stages of registration required by the school;
i.e., proof of birth, immunization records and proof of Worcester
Residency.
Assurance that all Worcester Public Schools parents are fully
informed of all important news, events, and educational opportunities
being offered by the school system.
The Parent Information Center serves as the main source of information and
assistance to all new students entering the Worcester Public Schools. The
goal of the Center is to provide parents with all information relative to
the advantages and opportunities for their children in Magnet and Choice
schools.
The Parent Information Center has available brochures describing schools
and programs, as well as staff that is knowledgeable about the Worcester
Public Schools and its resources. The staff of the Parent Information
Center works closely with principals, parents, and school support staff
to insure that parents have all the information necessary when making choice
decisions. Native language assistance is also available.
The Parent Information Center is centrally located and is open year round
Monday-Friday from 8:30 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. It is also possible for parents
to make appointments that are more convenient to them than the regular hours
offered at the Center by calling 508-799-3194. In addition, home visits can
be scheduled to accommodate housebound parents or guardians.
Kindergarten registration for the next school year begins in January, following
an outreach mailing to parents of potential students by the principals of all
elementary schools. This mailing list is compiled with the assistance of the
Worcester Public Health department, Area Worship Centers, Neighborhood Centers,
head Start Programs, Special Education Programs, the Bilingual department, and
media outreach by the Parent Information Center.
Staff of the Parent Information Center communicates with Greek, Spanish, and
Vietnamese parents in their native languages.
The Student Assignment Officer meets regularly with all the Neighborhood
Center Directors, the Director of Public Health Nurses, and the principals
of all elementary schools. Meetings are also held on a regular basis with
principals and school staff to update Parent Information Center staff of
changes in school and program offerings.
Kindergarten
The Worcester Public Schools offers full-day kindergarten programs in all of
it's elementary schools. School Committee Policy: To be eligible to an attend
kindergarten, a child must be five years old by December 31st.
All registrations for both preschool and kindergarten take place at the Parent Information Center,
768 Main Street. Parent Information Center hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.
Children will not be registered to attend kindergarten unless guardians provide :
Grades 1- 6
New students entering grades 1 - 6 also register at the Parent Information
Center. They, too, must provide :
Grade 7-12
New students registering for grades 7-12 must do so at their quadrant
secondary school. If you are uncertain as to the quadrant in which you
live, you may obtain this information by calling the Parent Information
Center at 508-799-3194 or 508-799-3450.
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This page was last modified on 7/15/2008
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