1.  proof of residency (E-911 address)

The following documents are acceptable proof of residency (all documents must be in the parent's name and include the address): current electric bill, current water bill, mortgage document or property deed, apartment or house rent/lease agreement; 

NOTE: Cable bills and phone bills are NOT acceptable proof of residency.

2.  child’s Certified Birth Certificate (not the Mother's Copy)

Children born in the State of Tennessee may obtain a certified copy from the health department.

3. proof of physical examination (dated within one calendar year from the date of application)

4. proof of immunization on a Tennessee Certificate of Immunization Form from the health department or a physician's office

5.  proof of income

The following documents are acceptable proof of income: payroll check stub, W-2 form, income tax form, or proof of Food Stamps eligibility

 All of the above listed documents must be completed and submitted before any child is eligible. The application process will not be complete until all paperwork is received at the school. Students will not be placed on any list until the application process is completed.

• Pre-K is an income-based program and first priority will go to those families who qualify.

• Completing the Tipton County Application for Pre-K does not necessarily guarantee enrollment in the Pre-K program.

• Non-qualifying students will be placed on a waiting list. These students will be considered if an opening becomes available.