Student Transfers

Transfer Request Procedures:

  • Transfer requests are accepted annually beginning on March 1st until May 31st.

  • All transfer requests shall submit their fully completed application and payment to the HISD administration office.

    • Transfer request forms must state the specific reason(s) for the transfer in order to be considered.

    • A copy of the student’s attendance record, discipline record, and latest report card should be included along with a photo ID from the parent/guardian & a current utility bill (gas, water, electric, or lease agreement) with the completed transfer request.

    • Academic Performance, Attendance, Grades, and Discipline records will be reviewed

    • The board of trustees will approve/deny transfers in the best interest of the district.

  • Incomplete transfer requests will not be considered.

  • Notification of decisions for transfer requests will be communicated by June 30th.

  • Approved transfer recipients must sign and return the approval letter in order to complete the registration process at the requested school.

  • After notice of acceptance, the full payment is to be received by August 1st in order to guarantee placement.

  • Transfer students are not eligible for district transportation to or from school.

  • In accordance with the District of Innovation Plan, student transfers may be denied or revoked due to poor attendance, excessive coming to school late or leaving early,

    failure to pick up students at dismissal time, lack of parental cooperation, and/or behavioral issues at any time.