Montgomery Independent School District

In-District Transfers Between Schools

In-District transfers are those that occur between attendance zones within Montgomery MISD. Transfers may be approved upon the following conditions according to Board Policy (FDB) LOCAL.

Board Policy (FDB) LOCAL

1. A residence change to another high school attendance zone for a high school student who has completed six (6) or more semesters at his/her original high school campus. In this case, the student may remain with his/her class.
2. A residence change to another MISD school attendance zone after the beginning of the semester (generally 7 weeks or greater). In this case the student may remain at his/her current campus until the end of the current semester. Proof of current address will be required to confirm the student's new address is within the District's boundaries.
3. A pending residence change to another MISD school attendance zone because of the pending purchase or lease of a new home at the beginning of a semester (generally 6 weeks or less). In this case, the student may transfer to the campus of his/her new attendance zone. Documentation indicating an earnest contract, lender approval, closing documents, and/or a signed lease is required as proof of residence.
4. Full time MISD employees that are residents of the District may transfer their student to another campus within the District. Transfers that are granted to resident full-time employees must be renewed annually. If the employee terminates employment with the District, the student will return to the campus for which he/she is zoned at the end of the semester in which employment ends.

Conditions for an approved transfer:

• Approval in one year does not guarantee approval in the following year.
• The District shall not provide transportation to students approved for transfers. Transportation to and from the requested campus will be the responsibility of the parent/guardian.
• If the parent or guardian decides not to transfer the student to the school to which the transfer was granted, the student shall be required to attend the school assigned to his or her attendance zone.

Reasons for Revocation or Non-Approval:

Transfer requests may be revoked or not approved by the Superintendent or designee for any of the following reasons:

• The student fails to maintain satisfactory behavior, attendance, and/or academic performance.
• The student's parent or guardian provides false and/or misleading information to district officials.
• The requested campus is closed to transfers due to insufficient room, facilities, and/or instructional staff.
• Any other situation that the Superintendent deems may affect the safety or security of students and/or present a potential financial hardship to the District.

UIL Eligibility

If granted a transfer, the student's participation in UIL activities shall be in accordance with all applicable UIL regulations and board policies. Varsity athletic participation shall be based on UIL residency requirements in grades 8-12. A parent/guardian requesting a transfer should consult with the Athletic Department to determine if the proposed transfer would result in the forfeiture of varsity eligibility for a year.

Out-Of-District Transfers Between Schools

Out-Of-District transfers are those that occur outside of Montgomery MISD attendance zones. Transfers may be approved upon the following conditions according to Board Policy (FDA) LOCAL.

Board Policy (FDB) LOCAL

1. A district high school student who has a residence change to outside the district, who has completed the last two (2) most recent years in the District and is classified as a senior, shall be permitted to continue in attendance and remain with his/her class.
2. A residence change to outside of the District zone after the beginning of the semester (generally 7 weeks or greater). In this case the student may remain at his/her current campus until the end of the current semester. Proof of current address will be required to confirm the student's new address is outside of the District.
3. A pending residence change to move within a MISD school attendance zone because of the pending purchase or lease of a new home within six months. In this case, the student may transfer to the campus of his/her new attendance zone. Documentation indicating an earnest contract, lender approval, closing documents, and/or a signed lease is required as proof of residence.
4. Full time MISD employees that are non-residents of the District may transfer their student to another campus within the District. Transfers that are granted to non-resident full-time employees must be renewed annually. If the employee terminates employment with the District, the student will return to the district and campus for which he/she is zoned at the end of the semester in which employment ends.

Conditions for an approved transfer:

• Approval in one year does not guarantee approval in the following year.
• The District shall not provide transportation to students approved for transfers. Transportation to and from the requested campus will be the responsibility of the parent/guardian.
• If the parent or guardian decides not to transfer the student to the school to which the transfer was granted, the student shall be required to attend the school assigned to his or her attendance zone.

Reasons for Revocation or Non-Approval:

Transfer requests may be revoked or not approved by the Superintendent or designee for any of the following reasons:

• The student fails to maintain satisfactory behavior, attendance, and/or academic performance.
• The student's parent or guardian provides false and/or misleading information to district officials.
• The requested campus is closed to transfers due to insufficient room, facilities, and/or instructional staff.
• Any other situation that the Superintendent deems may affect the safety or security of students and/or present a potential financial hardship to the District.

UIL Eligibility

If granted a transfer, the student's participation in UIL activities shall be in accordance with all applicable UIL regulations and board policies. Varsity athletic participation shall be based on UIL residency requirements in grades 8-12. A parent/guardian requesting a transfer should consult with the Athletic Department to determine if the proposed transfer would result in the forfeiture of varsity eligibility for a year.