Enrollment

PRESCHOOL ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENTS/PROCEDURES

Ferndale Schools processes new student enrollments online. Please fill out the Pre-K Enrollment Questionnaire to begin this process. The Preschool Enrollment Office is located inside the Ferndale Early Childhood Center – 2920 Burdette St, Ferndale, MI 48220. A computer is available on-site for use if a family does not have access to one.

Next Steps

After completing the Online Questionnaire, you will receive a link to begin the MiStar Online Pre-Enrollment process. Once you have completed the online pre-enrollment portion, you will be contacted to bring all required documentation to one of our offices to complete the process.

Needed documents are as follows:

Printable Enrollment Checklist 

Required Documentation:
 

• Original Birth Certificate with Seal (demonstrating parentage of custodial parent)
• Driver’s License (or State ID showing photo identification of parent/guardian name and current address)
• Immunization Records (up to date) – For more information on Immunization Requirements
• Vision Screening (Kindergarten and First Fives ONLY) - For  information on Vision Screening Requirements
• Special Education Documents – Current IEP (for students receiving special education services)
• Residency Documentation and Verification – See below.

Residency Requirements:

A Qualifying Residence: Is defined as a residential dwelling that is either a single family principle residence as recorded with the Michigan Treasury or a legal single family rental unit that meets the Michigan Treasury and local community requirements for a rental.

To Establish A Qualifying Residence The District Requires:

​Homeowner (provide three proofs):

• A current mortgage statement or property tax statement in the name of the person seeking to enroll the student(s) must be provided.
• Two current utility bills within the last 30 days addressed to the person enrolling the student.

Renter (provide four proofs):

• An original, signed complete lease in the name of the person seeking to enroll the student(s).
• Statement of Landlord/Property Manager 

• Two current utility bills within the last 30 days addressed to the person enrolling the student.

If you are other than the homeowner/leaseholder, there will be additional residency information required, the enrollment office will assist you regarding those requirements.
Please call for assistance. » (248) 586-8686

State And Federal Requirements:

When enrolling a student in any Michigan school district, the State School Aid Act, related Michigan Compiled Laws and other federal and state requirements apply. Each district is responsible for verifying three things: parentage, a qualifying residence and residency in the qualifying residence.

FERNDALE SCHOOLS RESIDENCY

Enrollment in Ferndale Schools is based on residency, which is where a parent/legal guardian owns/rents and physically resides. District Map » 

You may also search your address using ArcGIS and zoom out to see your district boundaries.

Confirm My Residency with ArcGIS

K - 12 ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENTS/PROCEDURES

Ferndale Schools processes new student enrollments online. Please fill out the Enrollment Inquiry Formto begin this process. The Central Enrollment Office is located inside Ferndale High School – 881 Pinecrest Dr, Ferndale, MI 48220. A computer is available on-site for use if a family does not have access to one.

Next Steps

After completing the Online Inquiry Form, you will receive a link to begin the MiStar Online Pre-Enrollment process. Once you have completed the online pre-enrollment portion, you can bring all required documentation to the enrollment office to complete the process..

Needed documents are as follows:

Printable Enrollment Checklist 

Required Documentation:
 

• Original Birth Certificate with Seal (demonstrating parentage of custodial parent)
• Driver’s License (or State ID showing photo identification of parent/guardian name and current address)
• Immunization Records (up to date) – For more information on Immunization Requirements
• Vision Screening (Kindergarten and First Fives ONLY) - For  information on Vision Screening Requirements
• Academic Progress Documents
  • Transcript of final grades (students in grades 9-12)
  • Report Card/Progress Report (students in grades 1-8)
• Special Education Documents – Current IEP (for students receiving special education services)
• Residency Documentation and Verification – See below.

Residency Requirements:

A Qualifying Residence: Is defined as a residential dwelling that is either a single family principle residence as recorded with the Michigan Treasury or a legal single family rental unit that meets the Michigan Treasury and local community requirements for a rental.

To Establish A Qualifying Residence The District Requires:

​Homeowner (provide three proofs):

• A current mortgage statement or property tax statement in the name of the person seeking to enroll the student(s) must be provided.
• Two current utility bills within the last 30 days addressed to the person enrolling the student.

Renter (provide four proofs):

• An original, signed complete lease in the name of the person seeking to enroll the student(s).
• Statement of Landlord/Property Manager 

• Two current utility bills within the last 30 days addressed to the person enrolling the student.

Please call for assistance. » (248) 586-8686

State And Federal Requirements:

When enrolling a student in any Michigan school district, the State School Aid Act, related Michigan Compiled Laws and other federal and state requirements apply. Each district is responsible for verifying three things: parentage, a qualifying residence and residency in the qualifying residence.

OAKLAND COUNTY RESIDENCY

Enrollment in Ferndale Schools is based on residency, which is where a parent/legal guardian owns/rents and physically resides. Certain buildings, grades, and programs allow enrollment for Oakland County residents outside of Ferndale School District.

• The School of Choice window opens April 1st-April 30th, 2023.

HOW TO APPLY

Enrolling in Ferndale Schools as a non-resident through Schools of Choice is a three-step process.

First, the School of Choice Enrollment Inquiry Form  must be completed by the parent/guardian of every non-resident student (if under 18) or by the student (if over 18) to begin the process of applying for enrollment in our district during the K-10 Schools of Choice application period. The questionnaire will be available online beginning on the first day of the open window. The questionnaire will only ask for basic information (name, date of birth, address, etc.)

Second, once we have received the Inquiry Form responses, we will forward the schools of choice application along with an affirmation of prior discipline form which must be completed by your student's previous school (or schools - need two years) and returned along with the school's detailed discipline report for your child(ren), even if it is a blank report. (Discipline Report is not required for student's entering Kindergarten.) Applications will be accepted until the deadline of 5:00 p.m. on the final day of the open window (April 30th, 2023)

Third, if accepted, you will receive an official letter with directions on how to complete the enrollment process. You must complete the online enrollment packet no later than the enrollment deadline on the acceptance letter to guarantee placement.

Additional required documents for accepted enrollment are as follows:

Printable Enrollment Checklist 

• Original Birth Certificate with Seal (demonstrating parentage of custodial parent)
• Driver’s License (or State ID showing photo identification of parent/guardian name and current address)
• Immunization Records (up to date)
• Vision Screening (Kindergarten and First Fives ONLY)
• Special Education Documents – Current IEP/MET (for students receiving special education services)
• Residency Documentation and Verification
  • Homeowner
    • current mortgage statement or current tax statement
    • two current utility bills
  • Renter
    • lease
    • Statement of Landlord 
    • two  current utility bills

Once accepted through the Schools of Choice program, you may continue to attend Ferndale Schools through graduation unless there is a break in enrollment. Transportation to and from school is not provided.

For further information please contact Robert Tolbert, (248) 586-8675 or robert.tolbert@Ferndaleschools.org

Schools of Choice Enrollment for the 2022-2023 School year IS CURRENTLY OPEN FOR UHS and TCEC Only!

• University High School
  • open January 9th – 20th
    • 9th: 35 students
    • 10th: 26 students
    • 11th: 27 students
• Tri-County Educational Center
  • OPEN UNLIMITED
    • 9th – 12th Grades: unlimited

CONTIGUOUS RESIDENCY

Enrollment in Ferndale Schools is based on residency, which is where a parent/legal guardian owns/rents and physically resides. Certain buildings, grades, and programs allow enrollment for Genesee, Lapeer, Livingston, Macomb, Oakland, Washtenaw, and Wayne County residents outside of Ferndale School District.

HOW TO APPLY

Enrolling in Ferndale Schools as a non-resident through Schools of Choice is a three-step process.

First, select the program that is right for you and fill out the UHS or TCEC enrollment inquiry form.

UHS Digital Welcome Page | UHS Enrollment Inquiry Form

TCEC Digital Welcome Page | TCEC Enrollment Inquiry Form

The inquiry form must be completed by the parent/guardian of every non-resident student (if under 18) or by the student (if over 18) to begin the process of applying for enrollment in our district during the 105c 9-12 (K-10 Schools of Choice application period. The questionnaire will be available online beginning March 15th, 2019. The questionnaire will only ask for basic information (name, date of birth, address, etc.)

Second, once we have received the inquiry form, you will receive the schools of choice application along with an affirmation of prior discipline form which must be completed by your student's previous school (or schools - need two years) and returned along with a detailed behavior report, even if it is a blank report. Applications will be accepted until the deadline of 5:00 p.m. on the closing date of the respective enrollment window.

Third, if accepted, you will receive an official letter with directions on how to complete the enrollment process. You must complete the online enrollment packet, including submission of all required documents, no later than the enrollment deadline on the acceptance letter to guarantee placement.

Additional required documents for accepted enrollment are as follows:

Printable Enrollment Checklist 

• Original Birth Certificate with Seal (demonstrating parentage of custodial parent)
• Driver’s License (or State ID showing photo identification of parent/guardian name and current address)
• Immunization Records (up to date)
• Special Education Documents – Current IEP/MET (for students receiving special education services)
• Residency Documentation and Verification
  • Homeowner
    • current mortgage statement or current tax statement
    • two current utility bills
  • Renter
    • lease
    • Statement of Landlord 
    • two  current utility bills

Once accepted through the Schools of Choice program, you may continue to attend Ferndale Schools through graduation unless there is a break in enrollment. Transportation to and from school is not provided.

For further information please contact the Enrollment Director at (248) 586-8675 or contact@ferndaleschools.org

Schools of Choice Enrollment for the 2023-2024 School year IS CURRENTLY OPEN FOR UHS and TCEC!

• University High School
  • OPEN UNLIMITED
    • 9th -- 12th Grades: unlimited
• Tri-County Educational Center
  • OPEN UNLIMITED
    • 9th – 12th Grades: unlimited

CONTIGUOUS RESIDENCY

Enrollment in Ferndale Schools is based on residency, which is where a parent/legal guardian owns/rents and physically resides. Certain buildings, grades, and programs allow enrollment for Genesee, Lapeer, Livingston, Macomb, Oakland, Washtenaw, and Wayne County residents outside of Ferndale School District.

HOW TO APPLY

Enrolling in Ferndale Schools as a non-resident through Schools of Choice is a three-step process.

First, select the program that is right for you and fill out the UHS or TCEC enrollment inquiry form.

UHS Digital Welcome Page | UHS Enrollment Inquiry Form

TCEC Digital Welcome Page | TCEC Enrollment Inquiry Form

The inquiry form must be completed by the parent/guardian of every non-resident student (if under 18) or by the student (if over 18) to begin the process of applying for enrollment in our district during the 105c 9-12 (K-10 Schools of Choice application period. The questionnaire will be available online beginning March 15th, 2019. The questionnaire will only ask for basic information (name, date of birth, address, etc.)

Second, once we have received the inquiry form, you will receive the schools of choice application along with an affirmation of prior discipline form which must be completed by your student's previous school (or schools - need two years) and returned along with a detailed behavior report, even if it is a blank report. Applications will be accepted until the deadline of 5:00 p.m. on the closing date of the respective enrollment window.

Third, if accepted, you will receive an official letter with directions on how to complete the enrollment process. You must complete the online enrollment packet no later than the enrollment deadline on the acceptance letter to guarantee placement.

Additional required documents for accepted enrollment are as follows:

Printable Enrollment Checklist 

• Original Birth Certificate with Seal (demonstrating parentage of custodial parent)
• Driver’s License (or State ID showing photo identification of parent/guardian name and current address)
• Immunization Records (up to date)
• Special Education Documents – Current IEP/MET (for students receiving special education services)
• Residency Documentation and Verification
  • Homeowner
    • current mortgage statement or current tax statement
    • two current utility bills
  • Renter
    • lease
    • Statement of Landlord 
    • two  current utility bills

Once accepted through the Schools of Choice program, you may continue to attend Ferndale Schools through graduation unless there is a break in enrollment. Transportation to and from school is not provided.

For further information please contact the Enrollment Director at (248) 586-8675 or contact@ferndaleschools.org

Adult Diploma & Continuing Education Programs

The Tri-County Educational Center operates programs for both Adult and Alternative Education, as well as ESL services. For more information on our Continuing Education Programs, click here.

ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENTS/PROCEDURES

Ferndale Schools processes new student enrollments online. Please fill out the Enrollment Questionnaire linked below to begin this process. For questions regarding enrollment please call 248-586-8900.

FERNDALE SCHOOLS RESIDENCY

Enrollment in Ferndale Schools is based on residency, which is where a parent/legal guardian owns/rents and physically resides. District Map »

• Oakland County Resident Questionnaire
• Non-Oakland County Resident Questionnaire

Next Steps

After completing the Online Questionnaire (Oakland County or Non-Oakland County), you will receive a link to begin the MiStar Online Pre-Enrollment process. Once you have completed the online pre-enrollment portion, you will be contacted to bring all required documentation to one of our offices to complete the process.

Needed documents are as follows:

Printable Enrollment Checklist 

Required Documentation:
 

• Original Birth Certificate with Seal (demonstrating parentage of custodial parent)
• Driver’s License (or State ID showing photo identification of parent/guardian name and current address)
• Immunization Records (up to date) – For more information on Immunization Requirements
• Academic Progress Documents
  • Transcript of final grades (students in grades 9-12)
  • Report Card/Progress Report (students in grades 1-8)
• Special Education Documents – Current IEP (for students receiving special education services)
• Residency Documentation and Verification – See below.

State And Federal Requirements:

When enrolling a student in any Michigan school district, the State School Aid Act, related Michigan Compiled Laws and other federal and state requirements apply.