Scottsbluff Public Schools will open online registration of kindergarten students for the 2026-2027 school year on January 26th
Scottsbluff Kindergarten/Preschool and Sixpence Birth to Three Program Registration
Kindergarten Registration - Begins January 26
Beginning January 26th Scottsbluff Public Schools will be accepting online registration of kindergarten students for the 2026-2027 school year at www.sbps.net/register. If you reside in Scottsbluff and are unsure of your attendance area, a map is available at www.sbps.net/map where you can enter your address to determine the school your child will attend.
Preschool Registration - Happening Now
Registration for Scottsbluff Bear Cub Preschool is underway now for 3 and 4-year-olds at the new Bear Cub Preschool location at 2617 College Park (East Entrance). Families can register online at https://preschool.sbps.net/register.
New In-Person Registration Event!
Adventure Awaits! Bearcat PreK-Kindergarten Registration Open House
Your adventure begins here. Every Child, Every Day… Every Step of the Way!
February 16, 2026, 3:00-6:00 PM
Scottsbluff Public Schools Education Center (Preschool East Entrance)
2617 College Park, Scottsbluff
Families who wish to register in person but cannot attend this event can do so at their local elementary or Bear Cub Preschool.
Sixpence
The Sixpence Early Childhood Program has immediate openings for qualifying families with children ages birth to three. To apply or receive information about this no-cost program, visit www.sbps.net/sixpence.
Important reminders:
Parents are reminded that:
1. A student must be registered by the parent/guardian of the child.
2. A copy of the State Certified birth certificate is needed for registration.
3. Nebraska statute (79-214) requires that immunization, physicals, and visual examinations must be completed and a record provided to the school before the child enters kindergarten. Preschool requires a record of up to date immunizations. If these records are not provided prior to the first day of school, the student will not be admitted. The physical and visual examinations must be completed within 6 months prior to entrance
4. Proof of address (such as a current driver’s license, utility bill, etc.) is required for registration.
5. A student must be 5 years of age on or before July 31, 2026 for kindergarten. Children who will be 3 or 4 years of age on or before July 31 of 2026 or 5 year olds who do not turn 6 by December 31, 2026 are eligible to attend preschool. Families of children ages birth to 3 can apply for the Sixpence program.
6. For Scottsbluff families with students turning 5 years old between July 31 and Oct 15, information on early admission is available at www.sbps.net.
It is important that parents/guardians complete this registration as soon as possible so planning can be completed for next year’s kindergarten and preschool classes. All preschool classes for 2026-2027 will be located at the Scottsbluff Public Schools Education Center at 2617 College Park, Scottsbluff.
Parents with questions should contact the elementary school in their attendance area or Bear Cub Preschool.
Kindergarten Readiness
Early Kindergarten Admission
Early Kindergarten Admission
Students must reach the age of five years on or before July 31 in order to be admitted to the fall Kindergarten class. If your child will reach the age of five on or after August 1 and on or before October 15 a parent or guardian may apply for Early Kindergarten Admission. Applications for Early Kindergarten Admission are available below, or can be obtained at the Central Office, and in each elementary building. In order for the school district to provide the necessary student assessments required for early admission, applications must be received in the central office (1722 1st Ave) no later than 4:00 PM February 28, 2026 for the 2026-2027 school year. Once the application is received, this process will include a parent interview and the administration of two assessments by district personnel (the Young Children's Achievement Test and the Behavioral Assessment System for Children). The process may also include an observation of the child, and a recommendation from the current preschool or child care provider. Once the student has been assessed, results will be provided to the parent/guardian and placement will be discussed. If your child's birth date falls between the August and October dates stated above, it is not too early to begin the process if you feel your child is capable of carrying the work of Kindergarten.