New Student Registration
Welcome to Groton Public Schools!
Groton Public Schools is home to five intra-district magnet themed elementary schools (Grades K-5), Groton Middle School (Grades 6-8) and Robert E. Fitch High School (Grades 9-12), as well as Early Childhood Programs for three and four year old children.
Registration must be completed by a legal parent or guardian.
How to Register Your Child for Groton Public Schools
Grades K-12
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Step 1: Review the Required Documents.
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Step 2: Scans or take pictures of your required documents with a smartphone. Document photos must be clear and we must be able to read the required information.
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Step 3: Complete the New Student Registration Form online and upload your documents.
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Step 4: A member of the Groton Public Schools registration office will contact you regarding your child's registration and next steps.
PreSchool and Pre-Kindergarten
Has your child been screened by our Early Childhood Team?
Yes, my child was screened.
- If they were accepted, please complete the New Student Registration for Grades K-12.
- If they have not been accepted please wait until you hear from the team.
No my child hasn't been screened yet.
Fill out a screening form on the Early Childhood page.
Required Registration Documents
- Proof of Residency in Groton, by submitting:
- One (1) document from column A OR Two (2) documents from column B per Policy P 5112.2 Admission Requirements for Resident Students.
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Dated within the past 30 days:
Other:
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- Your Picture ID, such as:
- A driver's license, military id, or passport
Proof of legal guardianship is also required if you are not the birth parent or if you are divorced, such as: adoption papers, court order clarifying guardianship, guardianship papers from Probate Court, DCF form 603 (must be signed by DCF or legal designee).
- Proof of Your Child's Age, such as:
- A Birth Certificate, adoption records, or medical records or verified school records if they include a date of birth.
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Current Physical Exam and Immunization Records*
- Proof of a physical exam and the first page of the Health Assessment Record (HAR-3), completed by the parent/guardian. Physical must be within the past 12 months of the anticipated school start date.
- Per the State of Connecticut Department of Public Health proof of immunizations is required. 2023-2023 Immunization Requirements.
* Newly enrolled students will not be permitted to physically enter their assigned school building if they are deemed non-compliant with state of CT Health requirements.
I've reviewed the required documents and I'm ready to register my child for Groton Public Schools.
Groton Public Schools Registration
P: 860-572-2197
F: 860-572-2107
Groton Public Schools Administrative Offices located at 1300 Flanders Road, Mystic, CT 06355.