Enrollment/Registration

Templeton welcomes students seeking a top-notch education provided by a staff dedicated to providing academic excellence and quality, rich with a variety of opportunities designed to expand the learning experience. 

Kindergarten Parent Welcome Letter  (printable, with links)

Carta de bienvenida para kindergarten (printable)

Required Documentation

The following documentation is required to initiate pre-registration for your child(ren).  

• Proof of residence within TUSD boundaries, e.g., recent utility bill or escrow documents with your name and physical address; NOTE: rental or lease agreements are not acceptable proof); check the link in TUSD Boundaries on the left to confirm your address is within the TUSD boundaries 
• Immunization records NOTE: California Senate Bill 277 states that exemptions for religious beliefs or other personal beliefs will no longer be accepted. TUSD complies with all state requirements.  
• Child's birth certificate 
• Copy of 504 Plan, if applicable
• Copy of Individualized Education Plan (IEP), if applicable 

Kindergarten

The Kindergarten Readiness Act specifies that children must be five years of age by September 1 to be eligible for kindergarten in that school year. Children whose fifth birthday falls between September 2 and April 2 will be enrolled in Transitional Kindergarten (TK). Transitional Kindergarten is the first year of a two-year program for students that qualify based on the Kindergarten Readiness Act. TK students must meet the same requirements, including providing proof of residency, birth certificate, and immunizations.  

Class placement is based on many factors. AM/PM class preference will be considered but cannot be guaranteed. Letters confirming AM/PM placement will be mailed at the end of June for all students whose online registration is complete, including the current immunization record which meets all of the requirements for school entry. 

Immunization Requirements

Students admitted at TK/K-12 need:

• Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis (DTaP, DTP, Tdap, or Td) — 5 doses
  (4 doses OK if one was given on or after 4th birthday. 3 doses OK if one was given on or after 7th birthday.)
  For 7th-12th graders, at least 1 dose of pertussis-containing vaccine is required on or after 7th birthday. 
• Polio (OPV or IPV) — 4 doses
  (3 doses OK if one was given on or after 4th birthday) 
• Hepatitis B — 3 doses
  (not required for 7th grade entry) 
• Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) — 2 doses
  (Both given on or after 1st birthday) 
• Varicella (Chickenpox) — 2 doses

These immunization requirements also apply to students entering transitional kindergarten. 

California schools are required to check immunization records for all new student admissions at TK/Kindergarten through 12th grade and all students advancing to 7th grade before entry. Parents must show their child's Immunization Record as proof of immunization. See the Shots for School website for more information.

Enrollment for the 24-25 school year begins Feb. 1st, 2024

Contact: Jessica Fielder
Email: jfielder@templetonusd.org
Phone: (805) 434-5820

Mailing Address: 215 8th Street, Templeton, CA 93465

Copies of your proof of residence, immunization record, and birth certificate may be forwarded via email or US mail to the address above.

Interdistrict Transfers

For families who do not physically reside within the boundaries of TUSD, an interdistrict transfer provides an opportunity to transfer.  

The first step is to obtain a release from your district of residence. Without a release, we are unable to process your request.  

We will begin accepting requests to transfer for the 2023/24 school year on March 1.   

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: My child will turn five years old on September 2 and I want him to go to Kindergarten ... can he? 

A: No, TUSD complies with the State Ed Code thus your child must turn five years old on or before September 1 to enroll in Kindergarten. Your child is eligible to enroll in Transitional Kindergarten, however.  

Q: My child will turn five years old on August 30, however, I would prefer to have him attend Transitional Kindergarten. May I enroll him in TK?

A: No, Transitional Kindergarten is only for those children whose fifth birth date falls between September 2 and April 2. 

Q: We just relocated from overseas and my child is age-appropriate for 3rd grade but he did not finish 2nd grade at our school overseas. May I enroll him in 2nd grade? 

A: Ensuring your child is placed in the appropriate grade level based on his age and development is essential to his success. We encourage you to discuss your child's placement directly with the school principal.  

Physical Exam (First grade only)

The California state law requires that each child enrolling in first grade must have a certificate, signed by a physician, verifying that the child has received a physical examination within the last 18 months. If your child does not receive this exam, you must file a waiver with the school, stating the reasons you are unable to obtain such services.  You must understand that your child may be sent home if you fail to provide the certificate or waiver, or if your child is suspected to be suffering from a contagious disease.

TUSD Boundaries

Are you wondering whether an address is within the Templeton school district? Click on the link below, enter the address and it will tell you whether it is within our boundaries. 

Map Link

PDF Map

If you're new to our district and your address is within the district's boundaries, contact the school site directly to enroll your children. 

If your address is not within the Templeton school district, please contact Leslie Bogart at (805) 434-5805 for further information on the process for obtaining an interdistrict transfer.