Kindergarten - 12th grade (K-12) Open Enrollment for the 25-26 school year is now available through September 12, 2025.

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Early
Childhood
Eligibility Documents

Early Learning and Childcare
Eligibility Checklist

To verify your child: Bring ONE of these:
  • Birth certificate (from any state or another country)
  • Current passport
  • Visa
To verify the parent/guardian: Bring ONE of these:
  • Driver’s license
  • State ID card
  • Passport
  • Military ID
To verify household size, parents must provide ONE of the following for each child under the age of 18 living in the same household as the applying child:
  • Birth certificate
  • Current passport
  • or a Visa.
  • If the parent/guardian’s name is not listed on the birth certificate, additional documentation proving legal guardianship is required.
To verify your income: Bring ONE of the following groups:​
  • If your child is Birth to 3 years old:
    • 4 paycheck stubs in a row from the last 45 days for ALL parents and other adults in the home
  • If your child is 4 years old:
    • 2 paycheck stubs in a row from the last 45 days for ALL parents and other adults in the home
  • OR you can bring:
    • A statement from the Social Security Administration showing SSI benefits for anyone in the household  
    • Proof of unearned income (examples: alimony, child support, disability benefits, FITAP/TANF, veteran benefits)        
    • An official employer letter with job’s letterhead that shows:
      • Job’s address
      • Hourly pay rate
      • Average weekly hours
    • Unemployment benefits letter (Monetary Determination) from the Workforce Commission
    • Statement of No Income form if you have zero income
    • Declaration of Irregular Employment if you are self-employed or work off and on with no other proof of income

Examples of Documents Required

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Proof of Age
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Examples to Prove Child's Age
Proof of Age Document Description Example
Birth Certificate

Required Information on the Birth Certificate for Verification:
To ensure your Birth Certificate meets verification requirements, it must clearly display the following:

  1. State Seal – An official embossed or printed seal from the issuing state.
  2. Birth Date – Date child was born
  3. Parish/County/State Clerk or Registrar’s Signature – The signature of the official certifying the document.
  4. Child’s Full Name – The complete name of the child as it appears on the certificate.
  5. Parents’ Full Names – The full names of both parents listed on the certificate.
  6. Certificate Number – The unique identifying number printed on the document.
Hospital Record

To ensure the Hospital Birth Record meets verification requirements, it must clearly display the following:

  1. Hospital Logo or Letterhead – The official logo or letterhead of the hospital where the birth occurred.
  2. Child’s Full Name – The complete name of the child as listed on the record.
  3. Parent’s Name – The full name of at least one parent.

Important: Hospital Birth Records are only accepted until the child turns 1 year old. After the child’s first birthday, parents must submit one of the following documents to verify the child’s age:

  • Birth Certificate
  • Passport
  • Visa

Please ensure all required elements are visible to avoid any delays in processing.
Passport

Passports are accepted as a valid form of verification. The following details must be clearly visible:

  1. Child’s Full Name – The complete name of the child as it appears on the passport.
  2. Date of Birth – The child’s date of birth must be clearly listed.

Please ensure these details are legible to avoid any delays in processing.
Visa

Passports are accepted as a valid form of verification. The following details must be clearly visible:

  1. Child’s Full Name – The complete name of the child as it appears on the passport.
  2. Date of Birth – The child’s date of birth must be clearly listed.

Please ensure these details are legible to avoid any delays in processing.
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Proof of Guardianship
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Guardianship Examples
Type of ID Description of ID Sample
Driver’s License A driver's license is a very common form of identification. It includes important details such as the holder's photo, full name, date of birth, and residential address.  If you require additional information, please visit this link.
State ID Not everyone drives, but every state provides a state ID card for such individuals. This card looks very similar to a driver's license. It has a photo, full name, date of birth, and physical address of the cardholder. If you require additional information, please visit this link.
Passport A passport is a globally recognized form of identification. Issued by the federal government, a passport includes a picture, full name, and date of birth. Although it doesn't usually contain a physical address, the unique passport number and other security features make it a highly reliable form of identification. If you require additional information, please visit this link.
Military ID For parents or guardians who serve or have served in the military, a military ID can be used for verification. This ID includes a photo, full name, and rank. Military IDs are highly secure and difficult to forge, making them an excellent form of identification. If you require additional information, please visit this link.
 

Parent(s) not listed on proof of age document must provide proof of custody

  • Custody Judgement(s) Or
  • Child Placement Agreement from DCFS Or
  • Provisional Custody by Mandate Or
  • Military Power of Attorney Or
  • Non-legal Custodian Affidavit
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False or inaccurate information
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What happens if there is false or inaccurate information on my child’s application?
NOLA-PS Early Learning & Childcare carefully reviews and verifies all application information. If any discrepancies or fraudulent information are discovered, we reserve the right to question the application, cancel the placement, and remove the student from the assigned seat.
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