All students must be residents of the South Colonie Central School District. Any student found in violation of the district’s Residency Policy will be dismissed immediately from the district.  If you know of a family who may be in violation of the residency policy, please call the anonymous  Tipline at (518) 869-3576.

Residency Intake Form

Along with a completed registration packet per child, the following documentation is required in order to enroll your child for school:

Proof of age
Any of the following birth certificate, passport, or baptismal certificate.

Proof of immunization and a physical within the last year
This MUST be signed or stamped by a state-licensed health care provider. Proof may be faxed to 1-833-961-1185 directly from the physician’s office.

Custody papers, if applicable
If the student is not your biological child, you must present documentation that proves a permanent and total transfer of custody and control has been achieved.

Proofs of Residency (3)
Documents that show you reside in the South Colonie Central School District. Proof of residency includes the following:

• Deed
• Tax bill
• Homeowner’s or renter’s insurance policy – Must be a valid policy with parent/guardian name and address.
• Telephone bill w/in 30 days.
• National grid bill w/in 30 days.
• Documents issued by the federal, state, or local agencies.
• Legal and valid lease agreement – Must contain property owner’s name, address, and signature; and name and signature of parent/guardian.
• Home purchase contract – Must contain seller’s name, the address of the property being purchased, and the purchaser’s name.

School Records
Most current report card, standardized testing results, and contact information, including phone and fax numbers, for the last school attended. Most current Individualized Education Program (IEP) if applicable.

Please note your child’s placement for school may be delayed if you do not bring the above information with you.

Confirmation of Residency
The district will confirm that the proof of residency accurately reflects the location where the family lives in the district. The district will review records and/or contact the landlord or a residency check to verify residency. If it is determined that the documents do not accurately reflect the family living arrangements, the parent/guardian will be notified in writing of these findings and the student(s) will be un-enrolled in the district.

If any of the above documents are unavailable the school district may consider other forms upon approval.

You may now preregister your child online before coming into the office using Family Connections Link, but a student registration does not become active until the parent/guardian meets with the District Registrar to go over the paperwork.

If you are unable to obtain the necessary documents, you can still register your child and will be granted three days to collect the information necessary to determine your status as a district resident.

If you have moved or are moving from one home to another in the South Colonie Central School District, you must fill out the change of address form and return it to the Central Registration Office.  Address changes cannot be made over the phone.

Please note Transportation changes can not be made until the Registration Office receives the change of address form and the new proof of address.

Change of address form

Students who reside in South Colonie Central School District, but are enrolled in private, parochial or charter schools should register with the school district. Along with the registration form, please provide proof of residency, the child’s birth certificate, and proof of custody, if applicable.

If you are unsure your residence is within the South Colonie School District boundaries or need information on which school will your child attend, please call 518-869-3576 or click here to search your address on our District Zone Map (Coming Soon).

Q: What documents do i need to enroll my child in school?

A: You will need the following items for each child along with a completed registration packet:

• Proof of age
  Acceptable documents include a birth certificate, passport, or baptismal certificate.

• Proof of immunization and a physical within the last year
  Must be signed or stamped by a state-licensed health care provider.
  (Immunization records may be faxed directly from the doctor’s office to 1-833-961-1185.)

• Custody papers (if applicable)
  Required if the student is not your biological child. Documentation must show permanent and total transfer of custody.

• Proof of residency (3 documents required)
  Documents must show you live within the South Colonie Central School District. Acceptable proof includes:

  • Deed

  • Tax bill

  • Homeowner’s or renter’s insurance policy

  • Telephone bill (within 30 days)

  • National Grid bill (within 30 days)

  • Government-issued documents

  • Legal and valid lease (must include property owner name/signature and parent/guardian name/signature)

  • Home purchase contract (must include seller name, property address, and buyer name)

• School records (if applicable)

  • Most recent report card

  • Standardized test scores

  • Contact information for the previous school

  • Most recent IEP (if the child receives special education services)

Q: What happens if I don’t have all the required documents at registration?
A: You may still register your child, and you will have three days to gather the required documents to verify residency and complete registration.

Q: Can I start the registration process online?
A: Yes. Families may preregister online using the Family Connections link. However, registration is not complete until the parent/guardian meets with the District Registrar to review all paperwork.

Q: What if I do not bring the required documents to my appointment?
A: Your child’s school placement may be delayed until all required documents are provided.

Q: Does the district verify residency documents?
A: Yes. The district reviews residency documentation and may contact landlords or conduct residency checks.
If records do not reflect actual residency, parents will be notified in writing, and the student will be unenrolled.

Q: Can other forms of residency proof be accepted?
A: If standard documents are unavailable, the district may review and accept alternative documents with approval.