New Student Registration Information
Welcome new families!
Please begin your registration process online below and upload the required documents:
HCPSS Online registration directions
HCPSS Online registration link
In order to be prepared, here are the necessary documents:
- parent picture ID
- a signed original lease or deed with signatures
- one of the following with parent’s name and address on it –current gas and electric bill, current cable bill, or current telephone bill (land line)
- student(s) proof of birth (birth certificate, baptismal certificate, hospital certificate, passport, or military identification)
- proof of custody (divorce settlement papers, court papers, adoption papers)
- student(s) current proof of immunization.
After clicking on the Begin Registration Process button above, please be sure to select the correct school year (2024-2025 for NEXT SCHOOL YEAR) in the registration portal.
Online Registration is now open to enroll NEW HCPSS 1-5 students for the 2024-2025 school year. *IF YOUR STUDENT IS ALREADY A MWES STUDENT, PLEASE DO NOT COMPLETE A REGISTRATION!*
Guide to Online Registration for New Students
Gather Documentation
Having all your documentation prepared in advance of registration will keep the process moving quickly. If you are missing documentation, your registration will be denied.
Student Identification Documentation
- Student’s evidence of birth (birth certificate, passport/visa, physician’s certificate, baptismal or church certification, hospital certificate, parent/s affidavit or birth registration.)
- Proof of parental relationship, custody, or guardianship. If applicable, bring legal proof of custody (court order).
- Any additional paperwork that may be necessary due to special living arrangements or circumstances.
Academic Documentation
- Student’s most recent grade report, transcript, report card from last school attended at time of withdrawal.
- Documentation of Special Education (IEP), 504, Psychological Report, or related services.
Parent Identification Documentation
- Parent picture ID: driver’s license, passport, MVA identification or other legal form of photographic identification.
- Signed original, current complete lease or complete deed with your address, valid dates, signatures.
- Current utility bill with name and address (non-cellular telephone, gas and electric, cable bill issued in the last 45 days.)
Health Documentation
- Student’s current proof of immunizations signed by physician. Learn more about the immunizations required for enrollment →
- Students who have never attended a Howard County public school have certain health documents to submit with their enrollment paperwork. Learn more about these forms and find additional forms for diabetic students, students with allergies, and student medications.
To access grade level classroom supply list visit this Howard County website.