Enrollment FAQ

New TK cut-off date for the 2024-2025 school year. Based on the language in AB130 section 48000- (D), In the 2024–25 school year, a child who will have their fifth birthday between September 2, 2024, and June 2, 2025, shall be admitted to a transitional kindergarten program maintained by the school district or charter school.

Being vaccinated or fully vaccinated is not a requirement to enroll in an independent study school. However, because we are a public school, we are still required to collect vaccination records for those who do have a record.

Teachers are assigned based on the location of the student enrolling. We try to place families with the closest available teacher. Families are free to request a specific teacher as well. Families can also request a teacher with specifications (bilingual, has worked with students with disabilities, has knowledge of a learning/ teaching style). Although we try our best to accommodate a family’s request, it is not always possible.

The planning amounts families receive are public funds. These funds can be used to cover the costs of curriculum, approved vendor classes, and school-related items. Technology costs for the student(s) can be covered as well.

The fastest way to find out what information is missing is to go onto your REG Online application portal. Our Enrollment Specialists will also be emailing families with a list of missing items. Families may also call the enrollment department to speak with an Enrollment Specialist regarding their application.

Your teacher will help you with this. There will be time at the start of school to order a curriculum for your student(s). We also have a lending library where the curriculum can be borrowed. Additionally, you can reach out to PCA's Family Liaisons for curriculum questions:

familyliaisons@pacificcoastacademy.org

Grade level is determined 2 ways. The state enrollment record is verified and the student enrolled in the next level or we will refer to our Grade Level Placement Chart according to birthdate. We can not advance or retain a student upon enrollment. To see our grade-level placement chart, click here.

Students can only be retained if their prior school has recommended it. If you feel that your student will not be able to handle the upcoming school year, you can always bring up your concerns to your teacher.

Students are not allowed to be dual enrolled in two schools; whether it is another public school or a private school. High school students, however, may sign up to take classes at their local community college. Families may discuss this path with their teacher or the counselor.

Your teacher will use the Transcript provided during registration to work with you to determine a high school graduation plan for your student.

Yes! Interested families can submit a waitlist form for their students. Once students who submitted an open enrollment form are offered spots, we will begin to offer waitlisted families spots on a first-come, first-served basis.

Your assigned teacher will help you with your student's 504 accommodation plan. They will also assist you with establishing a plan if one is needed.