Enrollment Procedure

Fall Kindergarten - 2026 - 2027 Registration

Kindergarten Registration School Choices

It's That Time Again! Kindergarten Registration

Kindergarten is an important milestone in a child's life, and as a parent, you want to make sure that your child receives the best education possible. There are many different options available for parents at Ypsilanti Community schools when it comes to registering their child for kindergarten. Parents engage with school activities, gaining insight into rules and routines. At kindergarten roundup, children experience excitement beginning their new school year with eagerness for school activities.

YCS has five Kindergarten school programs - School Sites and Registration flyers for each program:

Ford STEAM Early Learning Center (PreK-1 Website) Link to Ford Kindergarten Registration InformationPerry Early Learning Center (PreK-1 Website)Link to Perry Kindergarten Registration InformationYpsilanti Puentes Multilingual School (K-4th Website)Link to Puentes Kindergarten Registration Information

Link to Puentes Kindergarten Registration Information (Spanish)Ypsilanti International Elementary School (K-5th Website)Link to YIES Kindergarten Registration InformationYpsilanti Connected Community School (K-8th Website)Link to YC2 Kindergarten Registration Information

YCS Preschool and Kindergarten Age Eligibility Guidelines

2026-2027 School Year 

Welcome to Ypsilanti Community Schools Preschool and Kindergarten Programs. We look forward to getting to know you and your family. 

The information below will assist you in the registration process.

Link to Guidelines to download
Age Eligibility Guidelines

2026-27 School Year 

Welcome to Ypsilanti Community Schools Preschool and Kindergarten Programs. We look forward to getting to know you and your family.  The information below will assist you in the registration process.

Preschool

(Early Head Start) Eligibility: Age 18 months - 36 months by September 1, 2026

• DOB Eligibility: 9/1/2023 through 3/1/2025

Eligibility: Age 3 by December 1st, 2026

• DOB Eligibility:  12/2/2022 through 9/2/2023

Eligibility:  Age 4 by December 1st, 2026 

• DOB Eligibility: 12/2/2021 through 9/22022

Our preschool program focuses on the social, emotional and academic needs of the Three and Four-year-old child. Our teaching staff provides developmentally appropriate activities in Math, Science, Reading and Writing. Your child will learn Kindergarten Readiness skills and help build a solid foundation for success in his/her educational journey.

Young Fives

Young Fives is designed to be a two-year program; year one is Young 5s and year two is kindergarten. It is designed for children turning 5 years old between June 1 and December 1st and to provide great school readiness and success.

• DOB Eligibility: 6/1/2021 through 12/1/2021

The program provides a strong foundation for future success in all areas of learning. Children are taught with hands-on materials, songs, and games. They are assessed by observation and work samples. Upon completion of the two-year program, children enter first grade.

Another option for students who turn 5 after August 31st is to enroll in the preschool program. 

Kindergarten

Eligibility: According to Michigan Compiled Law under MCL 380.1147 and 388.1606 enrollment age for incoming kindergarten students are as follows:

Students who turn 5 by September 1, 2026

• A waiver is required for students who turn 5 between 9/2/26 & 12/1/26 
• Waiversare only approved by the building principal
• Waivers must be submitted prior to school starting

A school district that receives this written notification may make a recommendation to the parent or legal guardian that the child is not ready to enroll in kindergarten due to the child's age or other factors. 

• The school will work with the parent/guardian to make the best placement decision for your child. 
• Schools may contact you to set a readiness assessment appointment.

Preschool registration started TODAY!!!

Preschool Information flyer

Have you heard?! We're offering FREE quality preschool for 3 & 4 year-olds!

See if you qualify:

Great Start Readiness Preschool(GSRP) and Headstart

Welcome to Washtenaw County Quality Preschool Partnership

Are you looking for free high quality preschool within Washtenaw County for a child who is 3 to 5 years old and wondering if you qualify? Please fill out our interest form below or call 1(800) 777-2861 to determine if your child is eligible to attend a FREE Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP) or Head Start preschool program in Washtenaw County.  For more information on available local programs and eligibility criteria, click on 
 
About Us. Any family wishing to apply for GSRP or Head Start in Washtenaw County must complete this interest form.

Link to the Interest formPreschool Information flyer

YIES New Application and Guidelines will be added by April, 2026.

Ypsilanti International Elementary School  (Y.I.E.S.)

YIES Kindergarten Registration

Attend an In-Person Kindergarten MeetingStudents will not register at our events because they are not technically accepteduntil after the lottery. Students and parents can visit, learn about the program, andthe application process.

Scheduled Kindergarten Meetings:2026-27 Kindergarten Registration Open House Dates for YIES

Session 1: Thursday, February 19, 2026 - 4:45 - 5:45 p.m.

Session 2: Thursday, March 19, 2026 - 4:45 - 5:45 p.m.

Session 3: Thursday, April 23, 2026 - 4:45 - 5:45 p.m.

May: Every year we conduct a Kindergarten screener. The purpose of the screeneris to learn about our incoming students so we can build balanced, well roundedclassrooms. We have changed the times from August to May in order to meet asmany of our potential scholars as possible. We will send out information for sign uptimes and dates later this spring. Thank you.

Session 4: Thursday, August 13, 2026 - 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Link Kindergarten Regisration flyer

YCS Enrollment - Registration

Applications must be submitted online

Link to Registration

Both “New” and “Returning” students must use the “Link to Registration” to complete online registration. The term “Returning” students refers specifically to students who previously left YCS and are now re-enrolling.

YCS Magnet Schools

Ypsilanti Community Schools continues transforming education and fostering innovation by offering specialized learning experiences centered around S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, & Mathematics) education and the globally recognized International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum at its four Magnet Schools.  

Schools

Ford STEAM Early Learning Center: Catering to the youngest learners, Ford ELC offers a nurturing environment where children can explore the foundations of STEAM education through hands-on learning experiences, setting the stage for future academic success.

Holmes STEAM Elementary School: Building upon the success of Ford Early Learning Center, Holmes Elementary continues the STEAM-focused journey, providing elementary students with engaging and interactive learning opportunities that ignite curiosity and foster a love for exploration and discovery.

Ypsilanti Community Middle School: Serving as a bridge between elementary and high school, YCMS offers a comprehensive STEAM and IB program tailored to the unique needs of adolescent learners, preparing them for the challenges of secondary education and beyond.

Ypsilanti Community High School: As the pinnacle of the YCS Magnet School system, YCHS offers the rigorous IB curriculum as well as its current college preparatory, Career Technical Education (CTE) and STEMM Middle College course offerings, empowering students as they prepare for college and career pathways.

Families must choose to enroll in our Magnet Schools by completing the school's application. 

Apply now for the 2025 - 2026 School Year

Applications Links

• Link to Ford STEAM ELC Enrollment Form
• Link to Holmes STEAM Elementary Enrollment Form
• Link to YCMS IB Program Enrollment Form
• Link to YCHS IB Program Enrollment Form 

YCS is Offering Kindergarten and two new classrooms: a New Preschool, 1st grade, 2nd grade, 3rd grade and 4th grade English & Spanish Dual Language Immersion Program

This program is open to in-district and school of choice students.

Link to Registration

YCS ofrece jardín de infantes y dos nuevas aulas: un nuevo preescolar, 1.er grado, 2.do grado, 3.er grado y 4.o grado, programa de inmersión dual en inglés y español.

Este programa está abierto a estudiantes del distrito y de la escuela de su elección.

YCS English & Spanish Dual Language Immersion Program at Ford Early Learning Center and Estabrook Elementary.  

Programa de Inmersión Dual en Inglés y Español de YCS en Ford Early Learning Center.

Online Application Form - All incoming students need to complete this form to begin the application process.

School profiles are useful and informative that can help parents connect their prospective students with the best-fit school.

Link to YCS School Profiles

CTE Application

Ypsilanti Community Schools is offering a variety of educational programs designed to give students a jump start on college and careers. The high school counselor will assist students with enrolling in these dynamic programs.

Link to CTE Application