Catawba County Schools

Experience our fully in-person kindergarten pathway, where students will learn and grow both academically and socially through engaging and interactive activities. Complete the enrollment information below, and you're all set!

No matter which pathway you choose, this is how you enroll your kindergartener!

(Remember: Both the Online Catawba and Spanish Immersion programs require a separate application in addition to the traditional enrollment.)

Step 1: Find out which school your child is assigned (by address)

Enter Your Address Here

Step 2: Complete the registration process online (link below)

2025-26 KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION

Click HERE for Kindergarten Screening/Parent Orientation Dates and School Phone Numbers. 

Step 3: Your school will contact you to set up a screening appointment at your school.

In this fun and interactive appointment, one of our educators will work one-on-one with your child to engage in conversations and highlight his/her ability to complete simple academic tasks.

While you wait, you will have an opportunity for a meet and greet with your school's leadership and friendly staff. 

Please note: If you haven't heard from your school regarding a screening appointment by the end of March, please contact the school again. 

Step 4: While you're waiting to get your appointment time, please gather these documents to complete your child's enrollment on their screening date:

• Certified copy of child’s Birth Certificate. Need one? Click here.
• Parent / Guardian Photo ID (Name must be on birth certificate or guardian documents)
• Custody papers (if applicable)
• Two Proofs of Residence
  • Active NC Driver’s License
  • ID Card Issued by NC DMV
  • Property Tax Bill for residence in school district
  • Lease / Rental Agreement
  • Current Power Bill
  • Current Cable Bill
  • Current Water Bill
  • Current Trash Pickup Bill
  • Current Natural Gas Bill
  • Landline Phone Bill

The following items must be completed and brought to your child’s school within the first month of school:

• Child’s Current Immunization Record
• North Carolina Health Assessment

If you have questions about any of the required documents, please contact your school. 

IMPORTANT: Acceptance into the Spanish Immersion Program requires an application

Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

Our programs fill up FAST so apply early! 

Note: Application Period Now Closed for 2025-26. You may apply for wait-list only.

• Learn More about Spanish Immersion
• Apply Now

Students in our Spanish Immersion Pathway learn all the NC Standards just like their traditional English counterparts... just in Spanish

Language immersion programs are an exciting option for parents who want their children to have the advantages of a rigorous academic program while also learning two languages – English and a target language. In a Spanish immersion program, Spanish is not taught as a subject; Spanish is the language in which instruction is delivered.

Offering our Spanish Immersion Pathway at 4 of our elementary schools across the district - Sherrills Ford Elementary, Startown Elementary, Lyle Creek Elementary, and St. Stephens Elementary - is just one more way we are making education better. You may apply to any of our 4 programs, regardless of which school you are assigned or which school district you are in. You just have to provide your own transportation! 

Enrolling in Spanish Immersion requires 2 steps: 

• Step 1: Complete the kindergarten registration process below FIRST.
• Step 2: Complete the application linked on this page (Beginning February 24 at 8am)

Step 1: Find out which school your child is assigned (by address)

Enter Your Address Here

Step 2: Complete the registration process by contacting your child's school

Once you know your child's school district, contact the school. School personnel will need your first and last name, your email address, current phone number, student's full name, and date of birth. 

Click HERE for Kindergarten Screening/Parent Orientation Dates and School Phone Numbers. 

Step 3: Your school will contact you to set up a screening appointment at your school.

In this fun and interactive appointment, one of our educators will work one-on-one with your child to engage in conversations and highlight his/her ability to complete simple academic tasks.

While you wait, you will have an opportunity for a meet and greet with your school's leadership and friendly staff. 

Please note: If you haven't heard from your school regarding a screening appointment by the end of March, please contact the school again. 

Step 4: While you're waiting to get your appointment time, please gather these documents to complete your child's enrollment on their screening date:

• Certified copy of child’s Birth Certificate. Need one? Click here.
• Parent / Guardian Photo ID (Name must be on birth certificate or guardian documents)
• Custody papers (if applicable)
• Two Proofs of Residence
  • Active NC Driver’s License
  • ID Card Issued by NC DMV
  • Property Tax Bill for residence in school district
  • Lease / Rental Agreement
  • Current Power Bill
  • Current Cable Bill
  • Current Water Bill
  • Current Trash Pickup Bill
  • Current Natural Gas Bill
  • Landline Phone Bill

The following items must be completed and brought to your child’s school within the first month of school:

• Child’s Current Immunization Record
• North Carolina Health Assessment

If you have questions about any of the required documents, please contact your school. 

IMPORTANT: Acceptance into the Online Catawba Program requires an application.

• Learn About Our Program
• Apply Now

Online Catawba K-12 Virtual Learning Program offers your family the benefits of a flexible learning schedule while receiving the rigorous NC curriculum.... all for free!

Enrolling in Online Catawba requires 2 steps: 

• Complete the Kindergarten Enrollment below.
• Apply for Online Catawba. 

 
Step 1: Find out which school your child is assigned (by address)

Enter Your Address Here

Step 2: Complete the registration process by contacting your child's school

Once you know your child's school district, contact the school. School personnel will need your first and last name, your email address, current phone number, student's full name, and date of birth. 

Click HERE for Kindergarten Screening/Parent Orientation Dates and School Phone Numbers. 

Step 3: Your school will contact you to set up a screening appointment at your school.

In this fun and interactive appointment, one of our educators will work one-on-one with your child to engage in conversations and highlight his/her ability to complete simple academic tasks.

While you wait, you will have an opportunity for a meet and greet with your school's leadership and friendly staff. 

Please note: If you haven't heard from your school regarding a screening appointment by the end of March, please contact the school again. 

Please note: If you haven't heard back from your school by the end of March, please call your school directly.

Step 4: While you're waiting to get your appointment time, please gather these documents to complete your child's enrollment on their screening date:

• Certified copy of child’s Birth Certificate. Need one? Click here.
• Parent / Guardian Photo ID (Name must be on birth certificate or guardian documents)
• Custody papers (if applicable)
• Two Proofs of Residence
  • Active NC Driver’s License
  • ID Card Issued by NC DMV
  • Property Tax Bill for residence in school district
  • Lease / Rental Agreement
  • Current Power Bill
  • Current Cable Bill
  • Current Water Bill
  • Current Trash Pickup Bill
  • Current Natural Gas Bill
  • Landline Phone Bill

The following items must be completed and brought to your child’s school within the first month of school:

• Child’s Current Immunization Record
• North Carolina Health Assessment

If you have questions about any of the required documents, please contact your school.