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Boise School District

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Enrollment & Registration

Enrollment

Welcome to the Boise School District!

We’re excited to partner with you in your child’s educational journey. Whether you are new to our community or enrolling a returning student, this page will guide you through each step of the enrollment process. Here you’ll find important information about attendance areas, required documents, key dates, and helpful contacts to ensure a smooth and successful start for your family.

  • Find your school supply list here so students and families can plan ahead and start the year ready to learn.

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  • Students may be enrolled by a parent or legal guardian who resides within the boundaries of the Boise School District. 

  • For Families New to the Boise School District

    If you do not have a student currently enrolled in the district, follow these steps:

    Use our Online Registration System to submit your child's information.

    Enroll your child in their neighborhood school or, if approved for Open Enrollment, the chosen school.
    Provide the required documents (listed under “Verification Requirements” below).

  • For Families with Students Already in the Boise School District
    If you already have a student enrolled in the Boise School District, you can register additional children by:

    Logging into Infinite Campus Parent Portal.

    • Clicking "More" in the menu.
    • Selecting "Annual Update" to update family information and enroll your new student.

    Need Help with Your Parent Portal?

    Don’t have an account? Email campus@boiseschools.org for an activation link.
    Forgot your password? Contact your child’s school for a reset.

  • If you prefer to enroll your child in person, visit your neighborhood school during school hours, Monday–Friday, with a parent or guardian present. Downloadable enrollment forms are available online for your convenience.

    Need Help Finding Your School?
    Use the School Attendance Locator to find your child’s assigned school.
    Some Boise addresses are outside district boundaries. If unsure, call our Transportation & Boundaries Department at 208-854-4167.
    Contact your school to schedule a tour.

  • Families can conveniently register their student online through Infinite Campus using the following link:

    Online Enrollment Portal

  • Verification Requirements
    When registering your child for the first time in a Boise public school, you must provide: 

    ✔ Proof of age (birth certificate or other official document)

    ✔ Proof of identity (parent/guardian identification)

    ✔ Proof of residency (utility bill, lease, or mortgage statement)

    ✔ Immunization records (unless exempt)

    🔹 Students who previously attended school: Bring past school records, if available.

    🔹 Students receiving special education services: Bring a copy of their Individualized Education Program (IEP).

     

  • Kindergarten: Child must be 5 years old by September 1 of the enrollment year.
    First Grade: Child must be 6 years old by September 1 OR have completed an out-of-state kindergarten program with at least 450 hours.
    Students with Disabilities: Eligible for services beginning at age 3 through the semester in which they turn 21 or graduate.

  • If you need to transfer your child to another school, whether inside or outside the Boise School District:

    1. Complete the Withdrawal Form (fillable PDF).
    2. Submit the form to your child’s current school.

  • Boise Online School is open to:

    • Current Boise School District students
    • Students from other districts who have an approved Open Enrollment application

    District open enrollment rules apply.

    Boise Online School Website

Additional Resources

  • International Families

    Boise School District welcomes international families and provides a safe, inclusive environment for all students. We offer multilingual support, English language programs, and guidance to help students transition successfully. Our staff partners with families to ensure every student feels supported, connected, and ready to succeed.

  • Transcript & Diploma Requests

    Official transcripts and diploma requests can be made through your student’s high school or the District Records Office. A form, ID, and possible fee are required. Submit requests early to allow for processing time.

  • Boise Online School

    Boise Online School offers flexible, virtual learning for students in grades 6–12. Taught by Boise School District teachers, it supports personalized learning while helping students stay connected and on track for graduation.

  • Special Education

    Boise School District’s STEP (Student Transition Education Program) supports students ages 18–21 with IEPs as they prepare for life after high school. The program focuses on building skills for employment, independent living, and community involvement through hands-on, real-world experiences.

Take a Virtual School Tour

As a parent, your process of selecting the best school for your child(ren) is important, and we know that. Virtually walking the halls, witnessing those valuable teaching/learning moments, and feeling that sense of safety and home should be an easy and rewarding part of the process.

Let us help with that!

View our Virtual Schools Tour Youtube playlist to see firsthand how Boise School District challenges and engages our community’s young minds through excellent curriculum and highly-qualified, passionate teachers, regardless of grade or specific school location.