REGISTERING A NEW STUDENT AT BEDFORD PUBLIC SCHOOLS
In order to register a student for membership in Bedford Public Schools, students must demonstrate residency in the District and meet the age requirements for attendance.
AGE REQUIREMENTS
- New Kindergarten students must be 5 years of age by September 1st of the enrollment school year.
Young Fives birthdays are between September 1st and December 1st.
A Waiver Request Form must be filled out for any student with a birthdate between September 1st and December 1st.
- Other students must be less than 20 years of age on September 1st of the enrollment school year.
PARENT WAIVER OPTION:
According to Michigan Law (MCL 380.1147), if a child residing in Bedford Public Schools is not five years of age on September 1 but will be five years of age not later than December 1, the parent or legal guardian of that child may enroll the child in kindergarten for the current school year if the parent or legal guardian notifies the school district in writing. A school district that receives this written notification may make a recommendation to the parent or legal guardian as to whether the child is not ready to enroll in kindergarten due to the child's age or other factors. Regardless of the district recommendation, the parent or legal guardian retains the sole discretion to determine whether or not to enroll the child in kindergarten if the student is five years of age not later than December 1.
Waiver Request Form
WHAT TO BRING WHEN YOU REGISTER
Bedford Public Schools Registration Form
Registration & Information Packets are also available from 8:00 am - 3:30 pm in school offices or the Instruction and Student Services Office located within Smith Road Elementary School at 1135 Smith Road, Temperance, MI 48182.
Health Appraisal Form
This form, with sections completed by a medical professional, needs to be submitted along with the registration form.
Consent for Immunization Disclosure Form
Consent for Immunization Disclosure Form is required for all Kindergarten students, 7th grade students, and any new students to Bedford Public Schools regardless of grade.
Additionally, the following items are required by the State of Michigan to register at any Michigan public school:
Proof of Residency
Proof of Residency must include one item from each of the following categories:
- Proof of homeownership (Property tax, deed) or rental/lease agreement
- Current utility bill (water, gas, electric) or homeowner’s insurance policy
- Valid Michigan Driver’s License or Michigan State ID with current Bedford address
Birth Certificate
- An official certified birth certificate with the raised county seal or security watermark. Photo copies and hospital certificates are not accepted.
- If parent's name is different than what is listed on the child's birth certificate, additional documentation will be required.
Accurate Immunization Records from Health Care Provider
- Immunization records must be up to date before the start of school.
Hearing & Vision Screening Records
- Screenings must be up to date before the start of school.
Custody/Guardianship Papers (if applicable)
- Current custody papers for students not residing with both biological parents.
- Legal guardianship papers if student is not residing with either biological parent.
Any exceptions to the requirements listed above shall be approved by the Office of Instructional and Student Services.
ADDITIONAL FORMS:
BPS CHROMEBOOK INSURANCE FORM
Acknowledges district Chromebook Insurance policy and indicates choice to participate in the insurance program or to opt-out. This form can also be completed, and insurance payments made, online at: MySchoolBucks.com
SIGNATURE PAGE (Part of Student Registration & Medical Information Page)
Includes signatures that authorizes the district to seek emergency medical treatment, gives student permission to participate in any planned field trips, acknowledges district policies, and gives consent for online courses.
WHERE TO REGISTER
Please call to schedule an appointment to register:
GRADES 9-12 and BEDFORD VIRTUAL ACADEMY:
Bedford High School
8285 Jackman Rd, Temperance, MI 48182
Phone: 734-850-6100
GRADES 6-8:
Bedford Junior High School
8405 Jackman Rd, Temperance, MI 48182
Phone: 734-850-6200
YOUNG FIVES-GRADE 5:
Douglas Road Elementary School
6875 Douglas Rd, Lambertville, MI 48144
Phone: 734-850-6700
Jackman Road Elementary School
8008 Jackman Rd, Temperance, MI 48182
Phone: 734-850-6600
Monroe Road Elementary School
7979 Monroe Rd, Lambertville, MI 48144
Phone: 734-850-6800
SUMMER REGISTRATIONS
Elementary offices are closed during summer months and will reopen a week and a half before school starts. Elementary registrations during that time will be accepted at:
Office of Instruction and Student Services
(located in Smith Road Elementary School; please enter using the left entrance)
1135 Smith Road
Temperance, MI 48182.
Bedford Junior High School and Bedford High School Offices are open during the summer months.
All offices will be closed for the Fourth of July holiday.
WHICH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
DO I GO TO?
Please refer to the District Map to find where you live and which school would cover your area. If you are unsure of the exact school boundary, please call the Office of Instruction and Student Services for further assistance at 734-850-6028.
STUDENT TRANSFER FORM: Use to request a transfer between BPS elementary schools.
KINDERGARTEN HEARING & VISION SCREENINGS
The State of Michigan requires that all Kindergarten students have their hearing & vision screened.
Monroe County Health Department provides FREE hearing and vision screenings. Call the Monroe County Health Department Hearing & Vision office at 734-240-7856 to make an appointment at their office at 2353 S. Custer Road, Monroe, MI 48161.