I'm in Austin. Our school district has a 'round up' on April 4th. The next school district over has theirs the day after. School starts earlier here than in some states so the 'round ups' may be earlier here too?
Our district has a paper day first, no kids, just forms. Then later, I think in May, they have the kids come in for a story and snack and the parents get some info.
The other district I'm thinking of does both at the same time. Kids get a tour and milk and cookies (they get to get on a bus too) while the parents turn in paper work.
If they want to see the school in action and check it out, now would be the time to do it. Give the school a call and ask what they recommend.
I've decided to teach my 5 year old at home this coming year
so I will probably be watching my neighbors kids while they go sign up their oldest the day of 'round up'.
Many choose to give boys an 'extra' year if they turn 5 in the summer with the idea that they will be better able to handle the 'demands' of Kindergarten. Perhaps they are thinking of sending him the following year? Kindergarten can be tough on young 5's especially boys if it is very academic (as our school is here). The kids don't get much 'move and play' time. I've never met a 5 year old boy who didn't need to MOVE !!!!
C.