F.A.Q.
Yes. Students who live off post may enroll in the Fort Campbell schools if sponsor’s assignment to family quarters is made within 180 school days. Upon parent request, the housing office must provide a written statement. Students will be subject to dis-enrollment unless the sponsor provides proof of occupancy in on-post housing in this 180 school day period. However, the family must provide transportation to and from school.
- Can I choose which off-post school my child will attend?
The off post school districts require a student to attend the school designated for their residence. Most off-post districts do not allow children to move out of their assigned school. However some district has developed a limited school-of-choice or open enrollment policy for students who wish to attend a school or program outside the area for which they are zoned. Applications for such request are usually offered at one specific time of the year. In most cases, attendance zone exceptions are limited by space including program space availability in the receiving school. Contact your local school district for specifics.
- Which school is the best to attend?
Each parent and child must decide which school is best for them. This decision is best made by visiting prospective schools, researching the schools via their web page, and talking to teachers, children, and administrators. Since your street address designates where your child will attend school, we recommend you shop for a school before you shop for a house.
- How can I research the local schools?
Each school district has a web page where you can research test scores, school safety, and teacher-pupil ratio. The majority of students in the Fort Campbell area attend the following school districts:
Fort Campbell Community Schools: http://www.am.dodea.edu/campbellClarksville/Montgomery County School District: http://www.cmcss.net/
Christian County School District: http://www.christian.k12.ky.us/
Stewart Count School District: http://www.stewartcountyschools.net/
Todd County School District: http://www.todd.k12.ky.us/
Trigg County School District: http://www.trigg.k12.ky.us/
Cheatham County School District: http://cheatham.k12tn.net
Information about all Kentucky school districts can be obtained at www.kde.state.ky.us.Information about all Tennessee school districts can be obtained at www.state.tn.us/education/.
- If I know where I will live, how can I find out which school my child will attend?
You should contact the school district where you reside. Contact numbers are as follows:
Fort Campbell DDESS (270) 439-1927
Clarksville/Montgomery County School System (CMCSS) - (931) 358-4089 Christian County Public Schools - (270) 887-1300
Stewart County (931) 232-5176
Trigg County (270) 522-6075
Todd County (270) 265-2436
**If you are not sure which school district you reside, ask your realtor or contact the School Liaison Officer at (270) 798-9874 or email schoolliaison@fortcampbellmwr.com.
- Where can I get school calendar information and when does school start?
Each school district posts their calendar information on their web site (see item #4 for listings). You can also look for this information on the School Liaison Services web site at www.fortcampbellmwr.com . Click on ‘Children and Youth’ and then ‘School Liaison Services’.
- At what age can my child start school in Kentucky and Tennessee?
Children must be 5 years old on or before 1 October to start Kindergarten in Kentucky. Children must be 5 years old on or before 30 September to start Kindergarten in Tennessee.
- What information will I need to enroll my child in school?
Proof of up-to-date immunization on an official State of Kentucky Immunization Form DODEA shot record.
- Copy of official Birth certificate
- Physical examination within the last 6 months or within 30 days following enrollment.
- Child's Social Security Number
- Documents that provide proof of residence (up to 3 may be needed)
- Sponsor's Social Security Number
- Name and address of school last attended if applicable.
- All students entering the 6th grade or higher will require evidence of completion of the Hepatitis B inoculation series.
- What are the health requirements for school enrollment?
Fort Campbell (On-Post) Requirements:
- Proof of up-to-date immunization on an official State of Kentucky Immunization Form DODEA shot record.
- Physical examination within the last 12 months or within 30 days following enrollment.
- All students entering the 6th grade or higher will require evidence of completion of the Hepatitis B inoculation series.
Off Post School Requirements:
As determined by residence, all students must have a Kentucky or Tennessee immunization certificate that includes screening for a TB Skin test. Immunization certificate is due the first day of school.
School immunizations are available all year. Please bring shot records and have your medical records sent to the Immunization Clinic from Outpatient Records. Family members under the age of 18 must be ccompanied by a parent. Only children 2 years of age and older will be seen. Please be prepared to wait 20 minutes after routine immunization.
To receive a certificate you may visit the Immunization Clinic at Blanchfield Army Community Hospital:
Building "C", 3rd Floor.
Office hours:
0730-1130 and 1300-1600 Mondays & Wednesdays
1230-1500 Fridays
Telephone: 270-798-8881
Students entering sixth grade must have two does of hepatitis B vaccine. Contact the immunization clinic for more information about the hepatitis B vaccine series.
Students entering school for the first time in either the 4 year old program or Kindergarten must have an exam report on file at school before he/she can begin school. Physicals must be dated no earlier than 12 day before the first day of school.
Students entering the sixth grade must also have a school physical. Sixth grade physicals must be dated no earlier than 12 months prior entering sixth grade. Students entering school for the first time in Kentucky regardless of grade must also have a physical. Sponsors should contact their primary care clinic for a student physical appointment.
- Do the schools offer a pre-school program?
All Fort Campbell Community Schools offers a Pre-School program. All children who are 4 years old before 1 October and reside in government quarters on the installation are eligible to enroll in pre-school. The same eligibility requirements and enrollment information is required off post. Many off post schools offer a program for 4 years olds if the family meets income eligibility and/or if the child has a developmental delay. Parents should contact their school district for more information.
- What are the requirements if I want to home-school my child?
If a parent who resides on Fort Campbell chooses to home school their child, they are subject to both the department of Defense education Activity (DoDEA) and to the Kentucky Department of Education home school requirements.
Requirements include:
- Notify the local school superintendent each year by letter that you have established a home school, reports the names, ages and place of residence for the home schooled children.
- Teach “those subjects that will educate children to be intelligent citizens”. These subjects should include: reading, writing, grammar, history, math and civics. It is recommended that a portfolio of each schedule best work in several course areas be kept each year.
- Maintain a record of courses taken and grades received for each course.
- Provide instruction for no less then the equivalent of 175 six (6) hour instructional days for a total of hours of instruction each year.
- Keep accurate attendance records of pupil attendance. Attendance records can be kept in a notebook, computer, or another manner that is readily available in case of an inquiry.
- What services are available for my home school child?
- Monthly support group and planning meetings
- Computer Classes
- Physical Education Classes
- Other classes as determined by interest and demand.
- How can I access these services for my home school child?
Contact the School Liaison Officer at 270-798-9874
- Are there any support groups for home school families?
Yes.
Tennessee
Hope@Home – www.yahoo.com/groups/clarksvilleareahomeschoolnews
(931) 278-0687 or (931) 551-4269
Koinonia – koinoniahomeschool.org (931) 378-5145
Kings Pride – cordiewargo@aol.com (931) 221-0199
Kentucky
Pachek (Pennyrile Area Christian Home Education of Kentucky) www.pachek.org (270) 271-2713
- Can my child receive information about Fort Campbell prior to our arrival?
Yes. Fort Campbell Child and Youth Services (CYS) offer a Youth Sponsorship program for children/youth. If you child in grades 6 through 12 would like to be contacted by a Youth Sponsor please visit www.fortcampbellmwr.com and click on the Child and Youth Services, School Liaison, youth sponsorship link. Complete the sponsorship form and send to the School Liaison Office. A student sponsor will contact your child as soon as possible. If your younger child would like information, complete the sponsorship form and a CYS staff member will contact you.
- Are there enrichment and sports programs for my child outside of school?
Yes. Visit www.campbellmwr.com and click on the Child and Youth Services (CYS) link for more information on clubs, sports, and other activities for children ages 6 weeks through senior in high school. Active duty selective Reserve, Guard, retirees, DOD civilians, and Fort Campbell contractors are eligible to use CYS programs.
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