Student Enrollment

Online Registration for the 2025-2026 school year is currently open.

*Registration for the 2026-2027 school year opens on March 3, 2026 at 12:00 pm. Please do not try to register your student using the New Student enrollment link until March 3, 2026 at 12:00 pm as there will be no enrollment option for the 2026-2027 school year. Applications submitted for the incorrect school year will be subject to resubmission.

Please note the following important dates:

Pre-School and Transition to Kindergarten applications close on March 17th at 4:00 pm.
Kindergarten-12th-grade enrollment will remain open through June 1st
Due to a system-wide update, the online enrollment will be temporarily unavailable from June 2nd to August 2nd.
Registration will reopen on August 3rd at 9:00 am

For any questions: email [email protected] or call 360-829-3883

Welcome to the White River School District, a place where teachers, students and parents partner together to make learning a priority. We hope both you and your child will find White River to be a great place to learn and grow. Our Staff is inspired to see the potential in every student, every day!

There are many ways you can be part of your child’s education, both at home and at school. Encourage reading. Make sure your students are at school regularly and on time. We don’t want them to miss a minute! Don’t hesitate to volunteer. There are countless ways you can be of help routine tasks, special events, in the classroom and with extra-curricular activities.

If your student is currently enrolled (for example, as a preschool or early kindergarten student) you do not need to enroll them again.

Items you will need to register your student

Verification of Residency
Medically Verified Immunization Records
Emergency Contacts
Documentation of Birth which may include any of the following: birth certificate; hospital certificate, religious or physicians certificate showing date of birth; a passport; previously verified school records, an adoption record; an affidavit from a parent; an entry in a family bible; or any other documents permitted by law

Required items need to be uploaded, have them readily available during your online enrollment process.

Additional Items if Applicable

IEP/504

Parenting Plan

Academic History

Transcript

Native Amercian Program Form (Form 506)-If you have a child or children with Native American heritage please complete a Native American Program form each child and return the forms to the district.

Early Learning (Preschool, Transition to Kindergarten & Kindergarten) Information

In the White River School District, our early learning programs include half-day preschool, full-day transition to kindergarten, and full-day kindergarten. Program qualifications vary based on age and need.

Please note that the submission of an application is not a confirmation of enrollment.

Preschool: For best consideration, submit applications by March 31, 2025.

Preschool
Half-day preschool classrooms provide students with the opportunity to learn and grow in inclusive classroom spaces prior to enrollment in Kindergarten. Our students receive high-quality, rigorous early learning experiences while engaging with same-age peers with all different abilities. This is a locally funded program and space is limited.
Preschool students attend school either mornings or afternoons.
Age: 4 years old on August 31st and will turn 5 years old on or after September 1st.
Students ages 3-5 who receive special education services.
Hosted at White River Early Learning Center

No Out of District Waivers Accepted

Transition to Kindergarten

Transition to Kindergarten (TtK) is a full-day early learning program for children who do not have access to early learning experiences prior to kindergarten. Students are identified through a screening process. The program is designed to provide additional preparation in order to be successful in Kindergarten. Space is limited.

Transition to Kindergarten students attend Monday - Friday for the full day.
Age: 4 years old on August 31st and will turn 5 years old on or after September 1st.
Hosted at White River Early Learning Center

Eligibility for TtK is determined by the following factors (per state guidelines):
A child who has been determined by the local education agency to benefit from additional preparation for kindergarten through a screening process and tool and
A child who is at least four years old by August 31st of the school year in which they enroll in a transition to kindergarten program.
Priority to children most in need of additional preparation to be successful in kindergarten, as demonstrated through a screening process and tool.
Priority to children with the lowest family income not otherwise participating in another local program.

No Out of District Waivers Accepted

Kindergarten
Kindergarten is a full-day program hosted at both the Early Learning Center and Elk Ridge Elementary. Our students receive high-quality rigorous academic, social and behavioral instruction. Our teachers provide a nurturing learning environment where children learn by engaging in active, hands-on activities. Teachers encourage curiosity and creativity and students can be seen singing, moving, creating and playing.
Kindergarten students attend Monday - Friday for the full day.
Age: Student turns 5 prior to September 1st
Hosted at White River Early Learning Center and Elk Ridge Elementary

Online Registration steps for NEW STUDENTS and RETURNING PARENTS/GUARDIANS

Online Registration steps for CURRENT PARENTS/GUARDIANS

If you are unable to complete enrollment online, paper enrollment packets are available at your neighborhood school. Enrollment packets are also available in Spanish, Russian and Ukrainian.

For questions regarding enrollment please contact your school.