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Hamilton Township School District

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Registration

Welcome to Hamilton Township Schools Atlantic County

Advertisement for Hamilton Township School District, accepting students in Atlantic County.

  • Printing the documents will greatly reduce the time spent at the registration office.

  • Click here to access the Genesis Registration Portal!

  • The following documents are necessary to register your child:

    • A transfer card (if your child previously attended another school)
    • A copy of your child's health record and immunization record
    • A copy of your child's IEP if your child receives special services
    • An original birth certificate with a raised seal 
    • Driver's license

    Two proofs of residency such as:

    • Deed to residence
    • Original lease or notarized tenancy agreement
    • Property tax bill
    • Utility bill
    • Bank account statement or cancelled checks
    • Water or sewer bill
    • Voter registration card

    Are you living in a home that is owned or leased by someone else?

    If yes, please complete the Affidavit of Domicile.

    The Affidavit of Domicile is required when a parent or guardian resides with another individual and is not listed on the lease, deed, or tax records.

    Requirements:

    • Notarized Affidavit of Domicile
    • Parent/Guardian Photo ID
    • Homeowner/Leaseholder Photo ID
    • Homeowner's Lease, Deed, or Tax Bill

  • ATLANTIC COUNTY 

    HAMILTON TOWNSHIP SCHOOL DISTRICT 

    2026-2027 PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION 

    Students currently attending preschool in the Hamilton Township School District will automatically move up for the 26-27 school year.

    At this time Preschool Enrollment for the 2026-2027 School year is closed.

    The link to the waitlist for 3 and 4 year old students can be found here. Once a spot opens up for your child we'll be in contact with you!

    For Preschool 4 your Child must be 4 by October 1, 2026 - no exceptions

    For Preschool 3 your Child must be 3 by October 1, 2026 - no exceptions

    **If you plan to enroll your child for Preschool, you should reach out now to your pediatrician to get a copy of a recent well-visit and all immunizations.  A well-visit is valid for one year from the date of the examination.  Children in need of an annual well visit should be scheduled soon so that documentation can be obtained prior to any deadlines.  

    Students selected will also need to have a copy of their proof of residency in the district (lease, deed, property tax bill or mortgage statement), Two forms of ID (at least one with a photo and one with the current address on it), the child’s state birth certificate (no hospital souvenir certificates are accepted), the well visit/NJ Universal Health Form, proof of immunization, and preschool packet forms.

    **QUESTIONS? - CALL 609-476-6147 or send us a message by clicking here!**

  • Complete the Section D: Special Circumstances form if any of the following apply:

    The student is the child of a parent or guardian who has moved to another school district as the result of being homeless.

    A court order has placed the student in the home of a school district resident who is not the student’s parent or guardian.

    The student has been placed in the school district by the Department of Children and Families acting as the student’s guardian.

    The student’s parent or guardian:

    1. previously resided in the school district;
    2. is a member of the New Jersey National Guard or the reserve component of the United States armed forces; and
    3. has been ordered to active service in the United States armed forces in time of war or national emergency, resulting in the student’s relocation.
    • The student is kept in the home of a person domiciled in the school district who is not the student’s parent or guardian, and the parent/guardian:
      1. is a member of the New Jersey National Guard or the reserve component of the United States armed forces; and
      2. has been ordered into active military service in the United States armed forces in time of war or national emergency.
    • The student resides on federal property.

  • Student Transfer Form

Additional documentation, including a notarized affidavit of residency, will be required for parents who reside within the district who do not rent or own a residence

Your child must be 5 years old on or before October 1st to attend kindergarten. Your child must be 3 or 4 years old on or before October 1st to attend preschool.  

PLEASE NOTE: 

  1. Bring any custody agreements.
  2. If there are any court documents, meant to protect the student, such as a TRO/FRO, please include a copy
  3. If you live with someone else you need to bring proof of residency from the owner of that property along with a notarized form for the affidavit of domicile.
  4. If the student has an IEP, or 504 please submit a copy
  5. If you have the student's latest report cards or a copy of their transcript, please include it.
  6. The Registration is not complete until the online component has been completed AND we have all of the supporting documentation in our office to process the registration.  
  7. Your student’s official start date will be determined by receipt of the supporting documents. 
  8. We are located at the Hamilton Township Board of Education Office- 1876 Dr. Dennis Foreman Drive, Mays Landing, NJ (entrance is located at door #5, across from the athletic fields)
  9.  If your child currently attends school in our district, you do not need to register for next year. 

Providing the necessary documentation will ensure your child's timely entry into our district. We are here to help and support you. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions by emailing: registration@hamiltonschools.org or call 609-476-6147.