Welcome to JWES! We're glad you're here! We ask that you read through our registration information thoroughly before starting the process for your student.

Much of our registration process can be handled online. It is very important that families register students using the correct link for the school year for which the student is to be registered. There are times when links for the current year and next school year are both available as choices. If you are unsure which to use, please contact us. Please note that we require families to provide certain documents as part of registration. These are detailed below and may be dropped at the school or you can choose to e-mail them to us at jwesregistration@rockingham.k12.va.us.

If you have questions about the registration process, please feel free to call the school at 540-828-6081 or email our registration email address: jwesregistration@rockingham.k12.va.us.

John Wayland hosts a VPI PreK Program each year. We have 18 spots to offer to students in this class. These spots are given to students/families who meet criteria set by the state of Virginia. Unfortunately, not all who apply/register will get into our PreK class. The application and screening process for PreK opens in early March of each year. Contact the school for specifics.

PRE-K INFORMATION

In order to be eligible for application into our PreK Program your child must turn four years old by September 30, 2024 and live in the John Wayland Elementary School attendance area.

The process of applying for PreK includes families completing items listed below, as well as completing the online registration via the link found at the bottom of this page. Documents may be dropped off at JWES or submitted digitally via email to jwesregistration@rockingham.k12.va.us .

1. Submission of proof of residency (utility bill, lease or mortgage statement)

2. Provide us a Copy of child's birth certificate

2. VA also requires PreK families provide income documents (as income level is one of the state criteria for admission)

4. Meet with school staff for PreK parent interview and child screening

5. Current physical and Immunization Record - must be submitted before the first day of school.

6. Copy of any custody or legal paperwork related to the child/family (if applicable).

Note: Students are not able to start school until we have a copy of their physical and immunization record as stated above.
In early May, families who made application to our PreK will be informed of the status of their application.

KINDERGARTEN INFORMATION

In order to register your child for Kindergarten he/she must turn five years old by September 30, 2024 and live in the John Wayland attendance area. The process of registering for kindergarten includes families providing JWES the documentation listed below. Documents may be dropped off at JWES or submitted digitally via email to jwesregistration@rockingham.k12.va.us .

1. Complete Online Registration

2. Submission of proof of residency (utility bill, lease or mortgage statement)

3. Copy of child's birth certificate

4. Current physical and Immunization Record - submitted before the first day of school.

5. Copy of any custody or legal paperwork related to the child/family (if applicable).

Note: Students are not able to start school until we have a copy of their physical and immunization record as stated above.

Families who move into our attendance area and plan to send their child to John Wayland are asked to complete the online registration - Register your child as a new student. Documentation required is listed below. Documents may be dropped off at the school or emailed to jwesregistration@rockingham.k12.va.us .

Documents needed at the time of registration:
1. Child's Birth Certificate
2. Proof of residency (utility bill/rental agreement/contract on home/lease/voter registration)
3. Previous School’s Name and Phone Number

4. Copy of any custody/legal paperwork related to the child/family (if applicable)

*No registration is considered complete until we have all of these documents.

Returning Students:

Parents/Guardians for current students should receive a "SNAP" code link in their e-mail to register for the upcoming school year. Register your student by using the Returning Student link for the upcoming school year.

RCPS/JWES Registration Links: Online Registration

Please read all options and be sure you register under the appropriate category.