• Enroll in a School

    With more than 100 schools to choose from, the District offers a wide variety of programs to nurture your child's interests and talents.

    In addition to neighborhood schools that offer art and/or music and a challenging curriculum, we offer specialty programs (Application Schools), Examination High Schools, and Career and Technical Centers.

    Review the information provided below to guide you through all phases of the enrollment process.

    If you need help with the enrollment process at any time, please call (313) 240-4377.

    How do I enroll?

    We are now enrolling students for Fall 2020! Follow the steps below to enroll in a Detroit Public Schools Community District school or visit one of our Pop-Up Enrollment Centers. Click here to learn more.

    Please note that our Application schools and programs require students to be accepted through an application process before enrolling.
    Learn more about Application Schools!

    Families enrolling their student in our GSRP Pre-Kindergarten program should complete the Pre-K Application before submitting enrollment paperwork. 

    Uncertain which school to enroll in? Please check out our School Locator or the Picking the Perfect School directory!

    Step 1.

    Fill out enrollment forms

    4 options available!

    Option 1: Complete a Digital Enrollment Packet
    Forms can be printed, or completed on your device. If completing online, please download and save the forms to your device before filling them out.
    A parent or legal guardian will be required to complete and sign all enrollment forms.
    Forms are also available in Spanish, Arabic, and Bengali on this page.

    Once all enrollment forms are completed and signed, you can upload them using the link below.

    Upload Completed Enrollment Forms


    Enrollment Packet - all forms required

    • Click here to download the Enrollment Packet

      • Packet Includes: Enrollment Form, Emergency Contacts, Health Form, Heath Information Sharing, Student Media Release
        • Newly Added School Reopening Form - Every child has the option of attending school in-person or online this fall


    As-needed Forms     - please review the optional forms to see if they apply to your student


    Additional Uploads -     If you have the following documents, we request that you scan and upload them with your forms

    • Student's immunization record or a waiver
    • Student's birth certificate or birth record
    • Proof of address (2 forms)
    • Parent/guardian ID
    • Student's most recent transcript or report card
    • Student's Individualized Education Plan (IEP)
    • Student's 504 Plan

    Option 2: Request Paper Enrollment Packet By Mail
    Use the survey link below to request one or more paper packets by mail. 
    In the survey, you can request to have any of the as-needed forms included in your enrollment packet. Please review the list above.

    We'll send you a paper packet within 7-10 business days. If you experience a delay, please contact us at (313) 240-4377.
     
    After completing your enrollment packet, you can drop it off at any Enrollment Drop Box* around the city. See below for more info.
    *Please do not place completed enrollment packets in the mail
     
    Request Enrollment Packet By Mail
     

    Option 3: Enrollment Drop Boxes
    Visit one of our Enrollment Drop Boxes located around the city to pick up and drop off enrollment packets! 
    Before dropping off completed packets, please be sure that you have followed all the instructions and sealed the packet completely before putting it in the drop boxes.
    Please do not place completed enrollment packets in the mail

    If there are no blank enrollment packets left at the drop box location, please call (313) 240-4377 or complete the survey above to request a paper packet by mail.  
     
    Additional Documents
    When completing your enrollment packet, please include copies of the following documents. Do not include originals. 
    If unavailable now, you can bring original copies to the school before the start of the school year. 
    • Student's Immunization Records or a Waiver
    • Student's most recent transcript or report card - if applicable
    • Student's Individualized Education Plan (IEP) - if applicable
    • Student's 504 Plan - if applicable
    See Step 2 below for additional documents that must be submitted to the school or pop-up enrollment center prior to the start of the school year.
     
    Drop Box Locations
          Looking for Pop-Up locations? Click here.

  • Step 2.

    Gather and Submit Enrollment Documents

    The following documents are required to complete the enrollment process - click here.
    Please do not submit student birth record, parent/guardian ID and proof of address via the Drop Boxes. To submit this paperwork, please visit a Pop-Up Enrollment Center or contact your school directly. 
    If you need further assistance, please call (313) 240-4377. If you are unable to supply any of the following documents, please notify the school immediately. You may be able to receive assistance.

    1. Student's Birth Record 
    Any one of the following documents is acceptable for demonstrating the student's date of birth.
    • Original birth certificate (preferred)
    • Baptismal or religious certificates showing the date of birth
    • Court records
    • Governmental records (county, military, passport, immigration)
    • Adoption records
    • Doctor or hospital records with a sworn statement
    • Family records (e.g. an entry in a family bible)

    Note: If an alternative birth record is used (i.e. something other than a copy of an original birth certificate), parents will be required to submit a notarized affidavit verifying authenticity of the birth record.
    Your school will reach out to you to complete this form before the start of school.

    2. Two Forms of Proof of Residency
    Any two of the following documents acceptable:
    • Driver's license
    • Detroit ID
    • W-2
    • Paystub
    • Public Assistance documents
    • Official government mail
    • Utility bill 

    3. Photo ID

    4. Other Documents: If you have the following documents and have not submitted them, be sure to do so before the start of the school year.

    • Student's Immunization Records or a Waiver
    • Student's most recent transcript or report card
    • Student's Individualized Education Plan (IEP) 
    • Student's 504 Plan

    City of Detroit is offering immunizations this summer! 

    Not ready to enroll yet?

    You've done your homework, and know which school(s) you want to enroll your student(s) in, but aren't ready to submit your paperwork. 
    You can pre-enroll in any neighborhood school. 
    This will not hold a seat but will let us know you're interested and allow us to provide you with updates.

    Pre-Enroll one or more children for Fall 2020

    Translated Enrollment Forms

    Spanish

    Enrollment Packet - all forms are required for all students enrolling in the District
    New School Reopening Form 

    The following forms may be used as needed.
    Kindergarten Readiness Assessments 

    Kindergarten Waiver

    Prescribed Medication Form

    Release of Medical Information

    Bengali

    Enrollment Packet - all forms are required for all students enrolling in the District
    New School Reopening Form

    The following forms may be used as needed.
    Kindergarten Readiness Assessments

    Kindergarten Waiver Form

    Prescribed Medication Form

    Release of Medical Information

    Arabic

    Enrollment Packet - all forms are required for all students enrolling in the District
    New School Reopening Form 

    The following forms may be used as needed.
    Kindergarten Readiness Assessments

    Kindergarten Waiver Form

    Prescribed Medication Form

    Release of Medical Information

    Where do I go for help?

    We are here to help you find and enroll in the right fit school for your child.

    • Follow the link below to request assistance with finding a school
    • Call 313-240-4377 for any questions about the enrollment process
    • Need language assistance? Call our translation line at 866-879-1195 for over the phone interpretation services

    Click here to request assistance