Below is a list of documents you will need to enroll in the Huntington Beach City School District. Please make sure you have all the necessary documents at the time of online enrollment.
Verification of Identity
- Student
- Student's birth certificate or valid passport.
- Parent/Guardian
- Driver's License (photo driver's license/California ID Card permitted) OR a government-issued photo identification.
- The address on the identification must match the "Proof of Residency" documents submitted (i.e. property tax receipt, utility bill, etc...) IF your ID does not match your address, complete the following steps:
- Watch this DMV video for instructions on how to change your address.
- Visit the DMV website to change your address:
- Provide a copy of the completed paper or online form to the school of residence.
- Provide a copy of the confirmation from the DMV that your address has been changed to the school of residence.
- If you are an agent or representative of a social services or foster care agency, appropriate identification is required.
Proof of Residency
Submit three of the following that reflect your name and current address provided during online enrollment.
Note: Service and mailing addresses on all submitted documents must be the same residential address within HBCSD boundaries; P.O. Box addresses are accepted only for Sunset Beach residents and may require annual proof of residency; Utility service disconnection notices are not accepted as proof of residency.
Three Documents Total Required (copies accepted):
- One of the following:
- Mortgage statement with parent/guardian name and property address
- Rental property agreement or lease, including property management’s/owner’s contact information and signatures
AND
- Two of the following:
- Most recent property tax payment receipt
- Most recent rental property payment receipt
- Current gas or electric utitility service contract, statement, or payment receipt (dated within the last 45 days)
Note: In the event a utility service connection is used as proof of residency, then a utility bill must be provided within 45 days to assure continued enrollment.
- Pay stub
- Voter registration
- Correspondence from a government agency
Completed Residency Verification Form
All families enrolling in HBCSD are required to complete the Residency Verification Form. This form verifies that the student resides within the District’s boundaries and the designated school attendance area.
The District may conduct residency investigations if there is reason to question the validity of a residency claim. It is the responsibility of the parent/legal guardian to provide accurate and truthful information. Falsification of residency information will result in the immediate cancellation of enrollment.
To access the form, please click on the "HBCSD Residency Verification Form and Affidavit" link below.
Co-Residency
If you are currently residing with another individual or family, you must also complete the “HBCSD Co-Residency Form” linked below. This form must be submitted along with the HBCSD Residency Verification Form and Affidavit and all additional required documentation for co-residency verification (see form for details).
Student Services Questionnaire
All new students to HBCSD will complete the Student Services Questionnaire below to indicate if a student is involved in any Special Programs or if there are any custody orders for the student.
Student Immunization Records
Click on the link below to explain the student health requirements for school entry, including immunization records for Preschool and Grades TK/K - 8th.
Oral Health Assessment Form
California law (Education Code Section 49452.8) states your child must have a dental check-up by May 31 of their first year in public school.
Other important documents to upload during online enrollment:
- Academic transcript or report card from the previous school. Prior school records to be requested by the school site.
- Student IEP/504 documents, if applicable.
- GATE letter from the previous district, if applicable.
- ELPAC language test documentation, if applicable.