Enrollment
Knox County Schools assigns students to schools based on the address of the family's primary residence. Students who are zoned for Hardin Valley Academy and attended a middle school zoned for HVA in 8th grade are automatically enrolled.
Enrollment for students who are new to the district must completed in person by a parent or legal guardian. The following completed forms are required:
- Request for School Records Form
- New Student Enrollment Form
- Student Medical Profile
- Home Language Survey
- Tennessee Parent Occupational Survey
The following documents may also be needed:
- Proof of Birth: Government-issued Birth Certificate, passport, immigration documentation.
- Immunization Records: The student’s Tennessee Department of Health Immunization Certificate (shot record signed by the child’s physician or county health department). Visit the Knox County Schools Immunization page for more details.
- Recent Physical Examination: Proof of a physical exam within one year of enrollment
- Proof of Residence: One of the following—gas, water, or electric bill. If the utility bill and/or lease agreement is in the name of someone other than the parent/guardian, that individual must provide the utility bill and/or lease agreement, along with a notarized letter confirming that the parent/guardian and children reside at the address.
Reach out to Erica Ford at erica.ford@knoxschools.org or (865)690-9690 opt. 1, opt. 1, with any questions regarding enrollment.
Reach out to Erin Smith at erin.smith@knoxschools.org or (865)690-9690 opt. 1, opt. 2, with any records requests.
Transfers
School transfers may be requested if a family wishes for their student to attend a school different from their zoned school. To apply for a transfer, visit the KCS Transfer Page.