The in-district process applies to Hillsboro School District residents only who wish to apply to schools within the Hillsboro School District. All resident students need to be enrolled in the Hillsboro School District before submitting a transfer request.

CLOSED -- January 3-31, 2012, Priority Window:  The window for residents entering grades 1-12 to receive priority consideration is now closed.

Dual Language Transfers:  For students entering grades K-5, please visit our dual language page to complete a program interest form. Parents will be contacted about opportunities to transfer as openings are identified throughout the spring and summer. Students entering middle or high school should contact South Meadows Middle School or Hillsboro High School directly about opportunities.

May 1-June 1, 2012:  This is an additional opportunity for residents entering grades 1-12 to submit transfer requests if they missed the priority window. Note that space may be very limited by this time. Written notifications will be mailed out by July 31 for timely submissions.

August 1-24, 2012:  Residents entering kindergarten next year seeking transfers to schools within the Hillsboro School District may submit their paperwork to the District office within this window. Late requests from students entering grades 1-12 also may be considered on a very limited basis. Notifications will be mailed out by August 31. In the meantime, please ensure your student is enrolled at their home school in case your request is not granted. Elementary schools will begin kindergarten enrollment on March 5, 2012; please visit the kindergarten page for enrollment and other information.

The inter-district transfer process applies to resident students who wish to transfer to other districts (e.g., Beaverton or Forest Grove School Districts) or non-residents who wish to transfer into the Hillsboro School District. This does not apply to residents who wish to transfer to a school within the Hillsboro School District (see in-district transfer section above).

Please read inter-district transfer policies carefully before submitting your request. Students attending in other districts should also contact that district for information on their submission timelines.

CLOSED -- March 1-30, 2012 -- HB3681 Process: The HB3681 "open enrollment" period for nonresidents is now closed. Selected students will need to confirm acceptance by May 18 and initiate registration at their requested school no later than June 1 to keep their spot. HB3681 forms submitted or postmarked after March 30, 2012, will be returned to the applicant.

May 1-June 1, 2012 -- Standard Process:  Inter-district transfer requests submitted after March 30, outside of the HB3681 window, will be processed under standard procedures during this period. The standard process includes required approval by both districts, evaluation of reasons for transfer, evaluation of student history, and one-year-only terms. Students must first apply at their home district. Students may not enroll at their requested school until both districts have approved the request. Written notifications will be mailed by July 31.

August 1-24, 2012 -- Kindergarten/Late Requests:  Requests for incoming kindergartners and late requests for students in grades 1-12 will be considered during this window. Since HB3681 does not apply, home district permission must be obtained and submitted to the Hillsboro School District within this window; please contact your home district for their application timelines and procedures. Please be sure your student is enrolled at their home district/school in case your transfer request is not granted.

If you are seeking a transfer to another district, please visit their website or contact their administrative office for more information about their transfer timelines and procedures. Differing timelines will be accommodated as feasible.

In-district: Beginning with transfers approved for the 2012-13 school year, in-district transfers will be effective for the academic level (through the final grade at the requested school), provided the family does not move out of their current, residential attendance area.

Inter-district:
HB3681 - Nonresident students granted transfers under HB3681 may attend school in the Hillsboro School District until they graduate, are no longer required to attend, or enroll in a different district. Note, however, after the first year of transfer, there is no guarantee that the student will remain at their current school. By state law, the district has the discretion to move the student to a different school in the district (i.e., to relieve high enrollments).

Standard - Nonresident students accepted under standard (non-HB3681) inter-district transfers will be granted attendance in the Hillsboro School District for one school year only.

Transportation is the responsibility of the family for all transfer students, except as required by law.

Failing to meet transfer conditions, violating district policies, or providing false statements or documentation may result in immediate revocation of a transfer.

Click on the following links to view current District policies related to school assignments and transfers:

JECC:  Assignment of Students to Schools

JC-JECC-AR:  In-District Transfers

JECB:  Inter-District Transfers

JECB-AR:  Inter-District Transfer Guidelines

JECF:  Inter-District Releases and Processing

JC-JECC-JECB-AR Appendix B:  Schedule for Transfer Processing for 2012-13


Here is information related to the HB3681 open enrollment process (closed on March 30):

House Bill 3681:  State legislation mandating a March open enrollment period and terms of HB3681 transfers

List of HB3681 Slots:  Openings made available to HB3681 transfers, per School Board decision; no kindergarten slots available

OSAA's position statement:  OSAA ineligibility of students in grades 10-12 for the first year of HB3681 transfer