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Procedures for Enrollment and Proof of Residency
Proof of Residency Required
Before any student is enrolled in the Easton Public Schools District, the student's parent or legal guardian must prove legal residence in the Town of Easton. Children whose primary residence is outside of Easton are NOT eligible to attend Easton Public Schools.
"Residency" means the domicile where a child spends the majority of time. The law is very clear that the determination for residency lies in the establishment of "domicile" - where the student resides, as determined by the establishment of where the center of domestic, social and civic life is, and this is where one is to attend school. This standard must be the first step met before a family seeks to demonstrate the residency of the child.
All applicants must bring the following documentation to Central Administration in Person (DO NOT email or send via USPS)
1) Completed Residency Form: Student Residency Form (pdf)
2) Child's Birth Certificate
3) At least one document from EACH of the following columns.
The documents must be pre-printed with the name and address of the student's parent or guardian. When registering a student, the district Registrar will confirm residency. These documents will also be required for any change of address.
| COLUMN A | COLUMN B | COLUMN C |
Must be showing an Easton current address
If license/ID does not show current address, go online to: www.massdot.state.ma.us/rmv and click on Change of Address. They will mail you a receipt. Please submit a copy to the Registrar. |
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A utility bill or work order dated within the past 60 days including:
Please note that utility companies provide online access to download your bills/statements. |
Legal Affidavit Required if Applicant (Parent/Guardian) does not Own or Lease
Any applicant for the Eason Public Schools who cannot produce the documentation outlined above must ask the owner of the property, where the applicant lives, to complete a legal affidavit.
- If a family is sharing housing with an individual or family the owner must appear at Central Administration along with the applicant to complete and sign an affidavit.
- In addition, the owner must bring a copy of their mortgage statement, deed or real estate tax bill.
Legal Guardian Requirement
Legal guardianship requires additional documentation from a court or agency. Documentation must be brought to Central Administration in person.
Homeless Students
The Easton Public Schools residency policy does not apply to homeless students. (McKinney-Vento Act)
Massachusetts General Law Chapter 76 - Section 5
Every person shall have a right to attend the public schools in the town where he/she actually resides, subject to the following section. No School Committee is required to enroll a person who does not actually reside in the town unless said enrollment is authorized by law or by the School Committee. Any person who violates or assists in the violation of this provision may be required to remit full restitution to the town of the improperly attended public schools. No person shall be excluded from or discriminated against in admission to a public school or any town, or in obtaining the advantages, privileges and courses of study of such public school on account of race, color, sex, religion, national origin or sexual orientation.
Registration Information
Kindergarten Registration for 2023-2024 School Year
Kindergarten registration information and forms
Kindergarten Orientation Informational Slideshow
Student Record Release Form
State law requires students and/or their parents to provide a complete school record upon enrollment in a new district.
Contact Information
For help with questions, contact our Central Registrars:
Tracy Matthews | 508-205-5900 ext 12120 | tmatthews@easton.k12.ma.us
Maureen Rush | 508-205-5900 ext 12121 | mrush@easton.k12.ma.us