Kindergarten FAQ

All children who reside in the Camden Fairview School District and are 5 years old on or before August 1 are eligible to enroll in the FES Kindergarten program. Please click here to learn more about our online enrollment process and registering your child. The first day of school is Wednesday, July 29, 2026. We’re excited to see your child on Day 1 of their school journey!

Kindergarten Enrollment

When does school start? The first day of school is July 29, 2026.

Why register by July 10? Early registration = a smoother start! Students registered by July 10 are placed in classes early so teachers can prepare for them. Late registration may delay your child’s first day.

Do Pre-K students follow the same registration process?  Yes! Even if your child attends Camden Fairview Early Childhood Education Center, families will complete kindergarten registration and bring required documents to Kindergarten Round-Up.

• 🚌Pre-K students will visit Fairview Elementary School on May 1 at 8:30 AM.
• 👩🏽‍⚕️A physical is required if your child hasn’t had one in the last two years.

When will I find out my child’s teacher? Class lists will be posted July 22.

What school supplies are needed? Supply lists are available here.

Kindergarten Round-Up

Kindergarten Round-Up is your child’s first step into kindergarten at Fairview Elementary School!

During Round-Up, families will:

• complete registration and turn in required documents
• meet school staff
• help students begin getting comfortable with their new school

📅 Friday, May 1

⏰ 8:30-10:00 AM for Camden Fairview Early Childhood Education Center students. 

⏰ 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM for other families.

🚌 Students attending Camden Fairview Early Childhood Education Center will travel by bus to FES for this experience.

Kindergarten Cardinal Camp

Is your child starting kindergarten at Camden Fairview this fall? Give them a head start with Kindergarten Cardinal Camp! Register today!

Camp Dates: July 16–17
8:00 AM–12:00 PM
Lunch will be served each day.

Families may register their child to attend:
July 16 only
July 17 only
Both July 16 & 17

During Cardinal Camp, incoming kindergarten students will:
Learn classroom routines and school procedures
Practice kindergarten readiness skills
Build early math and literacy skills
Meet teachers and classmates
Gain confidence before the first day of school

Parents are also invited to attend a Kindergarten Parent Session, where our school counselors will share helpful information about kindergarten expectations, daily routines, independence skills, lunch procedures, and ways families can support a successful start to the school year. Parent Sessions will be held from 11:15-11:45 both days of camp.

FES Daily Information

Morning Drop-Off

• Car line: 7:15 - 7:55 AM (closes at 8:00)
• Breakfast begins at 7:30 AM
• Learning starts at 7:55 AM
• Buses only in the front drive

Afternoon Dismissal

• 🚗 Car riders: 3:00 PM
• 🚌 Bus riders: 3:05 PM
• 🚶 Walk-ups: 3:15 PM

Transportation Changes

• Must be submitted before 2:00 PM
• Send a written note or email.
• Include student name, grade, school, and parent name
• No changes after 2:00 PM (this keeps dismissal safe and smooth)

Meals
All Camden Fairview students receive free breakfast and lunch.

What should my child bring daily?

• Backpack
• Reusable water bottle (labeled)
• Extra clothes in a Ziploc bag (for accidents)

Staying Connected

How will I stay informed?

• Check your child’s backpack daily
• Use ParentSquare for messages and updates
• Keep your contact info current (phone & email). Be sure to notify the school office if your phone, email, or address changes.

Follow along:

• Facebook: Fairview Elementary & CFSD
• Instagram/X: @cfsdcardinals
• Website: FES.CFSD.K12.AR.US