Public School Registration Requirements

Birth certificate or other proof of date of birth.

Proof of residency. May use one of the following:

• Current electric or water bill - must show address and name of parent / guardian

• Current lease agreement with parent / guardian's name
• Official letter from company providing housing with parent / guardian's name
• If parent can not provide the above requirements, they must visit the Parent Information Center for verification of address. Parent must bring a notarized statement from the owner / lessee of the home where they are living.  This statement must show the names of all people residing at the address. In addition, parent must bring a current utility bill (power or water) with the owner / lessee's name and address.  PIC will issue a letter of address verification.

Florida Certificate of Immunizaation (DOH680)

Physical examination certificate. Within the past 12 months.

Child's Social Security number (not required.)

Child's most recent report card. For students entering grades 1-12 (not required.)

Legal Guardianship papers (if applicable.)

To obtain a replacement Florida birth certificate, call 748-0747 Vital Statistics (510 6th Ave. E. in Bradenton.) Parent must make the request and show ID. Cost is $15 per child. They accept cash, check, money order, Visa and MasterCard.

For assistance with immunizations or health certificates: Contact Manatee Rural Health Services at 708-8700 for the location nearest you.