When was the cut-off date of Oct 15th institutedinthestateofmaineforqualifyingforkindergartenregistration?

In Maine, the cut-off date of October 15th for qualifying for kindergarten registration was instituted in 2009. This means that children must turn 5 years old on or before October 15th of the year they wish to enroll in kindergarten. The change aimed to standardize enrollment practices and ensure that children are developmentally ready for school.