• Proof of Birth: Idaho law requires that upon enrollment of a student for the first time in an elementary or secondary school, the parent or guardian must provide either a certified copy of the student’s birth certificate or other reliable proof of the student’s identity and birth date.
• Proof of Residency: Proof of residence will be required when a student initially enrolls in a school and whenever a change of residence occurs.
• Guardianship: Legal documentation of guardianship is needed if you are not the biological parent.
• Immunization Records: Idaho law states upon first admission and prior to attendance in public schools’ valid immunization records must be provided for a student, or documentation of immunization exemption.

Gather Documentation

Collect necessary documents. Required documents include:

Proof of Residency

Proof of residence will be required when a student initially enrolls in a school and whenever a change of residence occurs. 

• Proof of residency records must include the name and street address of the parent/guardian.
• The property address given must be the actual location where the student and parent/guardian live full-time.

The principal/designee shall accept any of the following records as proof of residency: 

• A lease or rental agreement consisting of written evidence that the agreement is valid and current, and a current utility bill (gas, electric, water, home telephone, or cable).
• A current residential property tax statement or deed, and a current utility bill (gas, electric, water, home telephone, or cable).
• A third-person affidavit of residency completed with the school district.
  • The notarized affidavit shall be completed and signed by the parent/guardian, as well as the legal owner or lesser of the property where the student and parent/guardian reside.
  • The affidavit will be in effect until the parent/guardian provides the required proof of residence, but no longer than the end of the current school year.

If you live outside of JSD251 Boundaries please sumbit an Open Enrollment Application (the new student form will still need to be completed).

Proof of Birth

Either a certified copy of the student’s birth certificate or other reliable proof of the student’s identity and birth date.

Guardianship

Legal documentation of guardianship is needed if you are not the biological parent.

Immunizations

Valid immunization records must be provided for a student, or documentation of immunization exemption.

Complete the Application Form

Fill out the new student application form provided by Jefferson Joint School District #251. Form can be found here: New Student Form

If you have any questions or need help with either form, please contact Amanda Dahlstrom at the district office. Phone:  (208) 745-6693 Ext 1120. Email: ADahlstrom@sd251.org