Welcome New Kindergarten Families

Our mission is to provide impactful opportunities for all to cultivate lifelong learning. The NCSD vision is to have students who are passionate, empowered and prepared for their world and their future. We believe in an equity of opportunity, a culture of unity, fostering and inspiring a curiosity of learning and a community of well-being.

The Novi Community School District is a closed district, which means that we are not a School of Choice district. All students, with the exception of employee’s students, attending our schools must reside within the Novi School District boundaries. These boundaries are not the same as the City of Novi boundaries.

Unsure if you reside within the Novi Community School District boundaries or want to know which elementary school your student will attend?Locate our elementary attendance areas map.

Click on the school name and you will be taken directly to the school website.

Deerfield Elementary

Novi Woods Elementary

Orchard Hills Elementary

Parkview Elementary

Village Oaks Elementary

Novi Virtual School

February 3, 2025: Enrollment for Kindergarten begins

May 1, 2025: Enrollment deadline to guarantee placement at your home school

Kindergarten Orientation Dates:

Deerfield: May 22, 2025

Orchard Hills: May 19, 2025

Parkview: May 20, 2025

Novi Woods: May 21, 2025

Village Oaks: May 20, 2025

August 1- August 15: Enrollment and Scheduling for After School Care. If you need assistance please call 248-675-3431 or email ecec@novik12.org

• Kindergarten is a full day experience, from 9:00 AM to 3:52 PM

• The students do not have a daily nap/rest time.

• Kindergartners will eat lunch each day in the cafeteria. They can either bring a lunch from home or order a school lunch.

• There is also a daily snack time (Healthy snack brought from home and water bottle).

• They will have both a 20-minute recess before lunch and a “teacher recess.”

• Students will go to a “special” class each day (art, music, media, physical education).

• Programs offered in all elementary schools

• Aligned to State of Michigan Kindergarten Standards

• Full-day program

• Social development

• Emotional development

• Fine/gross motor skill

• Oral language

• Fundamental literacy skills

• Mathematical number sense

• Opportunities for students to build social-emotional, academic and creative learning

• Music, Art, Physical Education and Library/Media

• Lunch, recess, and all school assemblies

• School wide support services and resources

• Two-year kindergarten experience

• Places greater emphasis on play and exploration

• Smaller class sizes

• The emphasis is placed on introduction and exploration, rather than mastery of kindergarten skills

• One-year kindergarten experience

• Places greater emphasis on academic goals

• It is designed for children who turn five before September 1st

• The emphasis is placed on the mastery of Kindergarten skills

• K-12 Flexible Option with
  Novi Teachers and Curriculum
  
  

• Ideal for:

• Families who travel internationally for an extended time

• Students with extenuating health needs

• Elite athletes and performers with rigorous schedules.

A smooth transition to Kindergarten can help make sure your child is successful in school. The information provided below is designed to help you prepare your children for their school experience

• Be responsible for personal belongings (backpack, coats, shoes, lunch boxes, library books, daily take home folder)

• Get dressed independently, including zippers and shoes

• Independent toileting

• Easily separate from parent/guardian

• Lunch - opening containers and eating within 20 minutes

• Work, play and interact appropriately within a large group

• Taking turns

• Delaying immediate needs

• Begin to recognize letters and numbers

• Learn to respond to, recognize in writing, and write own first name

• Practice coloring, cutting and glueing

• Follow directions from various adults

• Attend to a task in a variety of settings (independent, small group, whole group)

You will need:

• Birth Certificate or Passport if born outside of the U.S.

• Proofs of Residency

• One of the following is required

• Mortgage documents

• Property Tax Statement

• Closing papers

• Purchase agreement

• Current rental agreement with tenants and occupants names

• Two of the following are required

• Gas Bill

• Electric Bill

• Renters Insurance

• Bank Statement

• Immunization Records

• Hearing, Vision, and Dental Screenings

Questions: Central Enrollment Department via email at enrollment@novik12.org

In order to be guaranteed your home school assignment, you must be registered by May 1, 2024.

Scan here to access registration links

• Please note the following information is required to complete Step One:
  
• Student information:
  • Student Name
  • Home phone number
  • Date of birth
  • Gender
  • Entering grade level
  • Entering school year
• Household Information:
  • Street, city, state, zip code
  • Any siblings currently attending NCSD schools.
• Guardian Information
  • Email address
  • Contact Name
  • Phone number

Once Step One is completed your student's enrollment will be reviewed. Once approved, you will receive an email from PowerSchool@novik12.org with further directions to create your Parent Portal Account, which you will need to complete Step Two of this process. Please do not email PowerSchool@novik12.org.

If you have questions, email enrollment@novik12.org.

To begin the enrollment process, please complete the pre-registration form.

Once your Parent Portal Account is set up you are approved to move forward in the enrollment process.

You do not have to complete the enrollment in one sitting. It will automatically save your information as you complete requirements.

However, you must read and complete each section in their entirety in order to complete the process.

ALL SECTIONS MUST BE COMPLETED AND REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION ATTACHED TO ENSURE THAT YOUR ENROLLMENT IS NOT DELAYED.

The following documents must be uploaded to the portal:

• parent/guardian identification
• birth certificate
• passport (if applicable)
• parent driver’s license with current Novi address
• guardianship paperwork (if applicable)
• residency documents
• immunization record
• IEP or 504 (if applicable)
• vision and hearing screening (kindergarten only)

All must be legible and if not in English, a certified translation must be provided at time of enrollment. We are unable to accept any faxed required documents due to the volume of paperwork.

ALL SECTIONS OF THE REGISTRATION PROCESS MUST BE COMPLETED AND REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION ATTACHED TO ENSURE THAT YOUR ENROLLMENT IS NOT DELAYED..

Visit the STUDENTS button and add your student using the provided access ID and access password. The ID and password were emailed during Step One.

You must provide information for all categories under the enrollment tab in Forms.

Walk Zone: One mile or under is considered the "walk zone" for elementary schools. Your student MUST live outside of the walk zone in order to ride the bus to school.

If your student requires bus transportation and you live outside the walk zone, please register as soon as possible in your parent portal. You will find this in the registration area under "Forms" and then "Transportation.

Bus assignments will be posted the weekend before school begins. This will include:

• bus letter (ex. Bus R, Bus M, etc)

• bus stop locations

• approximate pickup and dropoff times

• State-licensed before- and after-school program.

• Offered at all five elementary schools, as well as Novi Meadows (fifth and sixth grade) and the Early Childhood Education Center for preschoolers.

• CARE is open from 6:45 a.m. until the start of the school day, and after school until 6:00 p.m.

• Activities include sports, games, computers, literacy and free-choice time.

• Registration and September scheduling begins August 1-August 15! After August 15, please call the office for availability.

• Scheduling is on a month-to-month basis. Therefore, when registering in August, schedule for the last week of August and the month of September only.

• Please Note: Registration only without a schedule for September does not hold your spot for the school year.

• This link takes you to the CARE website

If you need assistance please call 248-675-3431 or email ecec@novik12.org

Novi has five Community Liaisons who help international families connect with the school community. You may have met them when you enrolled. Whatever language you speak, these liaisons can help answer questions about school and American culture.

Soyoung brings a background in education, language instruction, and the arts to her role as a Community Liaison. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Chinese Language and Literature and a Master of Education in Chinese Language Education from Ewha Womans University, as well as a Master of Fine Arts in Choreography from Korea National University of Arts. With experience in administrative roles, language education, and dance instruction, Soyoung is passionate about supporting students and families. She speaks Korean and English and holds certifications in teaching Chinese and Korean as second languages. A Noon Aide at Novi Meadows, she is excited to help Korean families navigate their school experience. After taking time to raise her two children, she is eager to apply her background in second language acquisition to support students in their adjustment and success.

Contact:soyoung.kang@novik12.org 248-249-7422 ext. 701

Susy brings over 13 years of experience with international students, parents, faculty, and school leaders, coordinating international projects and partnerships for high schools in Mexico. She holds an MBA in Business Administration and Marketing, a BA in Communication Sciences, and has completed specialized training through NAFSA and IBO.. Proficient in Spanish and English, Susy has a strong background in intercultural competence, internationalization, and Collaborative Online International Learning projects. She joined NCSD as a parent in 2019, becoming a Noon Aide in 2020 before stepping into the Community Liaison role in 2022. Passionate about building relationships with families and the community, she continues to support multilingual students and their families with dedication and expertise.
*Susy also assists families from India and countries in Africa, Europe, and the Middle East.

Contact: susana.rincondelangeltamez@novik12.org 248-249-7422 ext. 702

Paty is originally from São Paulo, Brazil, and has lived in Novi since 2017. She holds a Bachelor's degree in History from Pontifícia Universidade Católica (PUC-SP) and a postgraduate degree in Business from Fundação Getulio Vargas (FGV-SP). With a professional background in Human Resources, including career development and recruiting for international companies, she brings strong interpersonal and organizational skills to her role. Paty speaks Portuguese (native), English, Japanese, and some Spanish. She previously worked as a Lunch Supervisor at Hardy Elementary in South Lyon and has two children who graduated from Novi High School. As a fourth-generation Japanese Brazilian, she values cultural diversity and enjoys connecting with people, traveling, and sports.

Contact: patricia.tacaoca@novik12.org 248-249-7422 ext. 705

Tomoko has served as a Community Liaison in the Novi School District since 2007, bringing years of experience in education and student support. She holds a Japanese teaching certificate and graduated with majors in Education, Sociology, and Library Science. Before joining Novi Schools, she worked for 15 years at the Japanese School of Detroit as the Head Teacher for Middle/High School and an Administrator, retiring in 2021. A Novi resident since 1987, Tomoko has a deep connection to the community, with her son having graduated from Novi High School. She continues to assist Japanese families with school enrollment, procedures, and any district-related inquiries.
*Tomoko also assists families rom Mongolia, Vietnam, Thailand, and other countries in East and Southeast Asia.

Contact: tomoko.takashima@novik12.org 248-249-7422 ext. 703

Ying serves as the Chinese-speaking Community Liaison, supporting Mandarin-speaking families in the district. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Law from Hohai University in China and is certified in the Mandarin Proficiency Test (Level 2-A) as well as Public Welfare work in China. Proficient in Mandarin and English, Ying also teaches Chinese and dance at New Century Chinese School in Michigan. As a parent in the district, she understands the experiences and needs of Novi families and is a valuable resource for those navigating school enrollment and other district-related questions. She is eager to assist Chinese families.

Contact: ying.tang@novik12.org 248-249-7422 ext. 704

• 20 minutes to play & 20 minutes to eat (practice!)

• Eating with new friends is different than eating with a family

• School provided lunch or bring your own

• 2024-2025 School year: Free breakfast and lunch for all

• Set-up & monitor account

School Meals for Free/Reduced Lunch: for those who may qualify, please fill out the application

Email: enrollment@novik12.org
Website: https://www.novi.k12.mi.us/
Location: 25345 Taft Road, Novi, MI 48374, USA
Phone: 248-449-1200