Enrollment and Immunization Requirements

NOTE - The State of Georgia has recently added additional immunization requirements for Kindergarten and 6th grade students. Please click on the RED links below.

The Cobb County School District shall admit into its schools any individual between the ages of five (5), by September 1, and seventeen (17), who resides with an adult, whether a parent or guardian, within the Cobb County School District (Administrative Rule JF).

To help ensure that the enrollment process for your child goes as smoothly as possible, please read carefully the following guidelines:

What School Will My Child Attend?
You can easily find out what schools serve your home or potential home by using our convenient online Bus Route Finder. Just enter your complete street address to determine the correct elementary, middle and high school. If you have further questions or need more clarification, call the Cobb County School District Transportation Office at (678) 594-8000.

Questions About Cobb Pre-K Program
Information about pre-kindergarten programs offered in Cobb County can be found here.

Enrolling your child in Kindergarten?
Georgia law requires that kindergarten students be five years old on or before Sept. 1 and first grade students be six years old on or before Sept. 1 to be registered.
Click here for New State of Georgia Immunization requirements
   --  In English
   --  En Espanol

What Will The School Need To Enroll My Child?
1. An official copy of the student’s Social Security card/number (A parent or guardian
    who objects to the incorporation of the social security number into the school records of a child
    may have the requirement waived by signing a statement objecting to the requirement.);

2. Immunization/Health Screening Requirements:
    Georgia law requires that each student present the following forms prior to being enrolled:

    A. Georgia Department of Human Resources Form 3231 “Certificate of Immunization” showing
        that the child has adequate protection against varicella (chicken pox), Hepatitis B,
        diphtheria, pertussis (whooping cough), tetanus (lockjaw), polio, measles, rubella (German
        measles) and mumps.

        Further guidelines:
        • The Certificate of Immunization (Form 3231) must be signed by a physician licensed under
           the laws of Georgia OR by a qualified employee of a county health department.
        • A child who cannot be immunized because of a medical disability can be given a special
           certificate by a licensed physician or a county health department. If a child is not
           immunized for religious reasons, an exemption waiver must be obtained from the School
           District.
        • Immunization Requirements for students entering sixth grade:
           Students entering the sixth grade must have a certificate showing proof of two measles,
           two mumps and rubella vaccinations administered since the first birthday. Sixth graders
           must also have a certificate for 2 varicella (chicken pox) vaccinations or history of
           disease or blood test and date by the health care provider.
           Click here for New State of Georgia Immunization requirements
           --  In English
           --  En Espanol

    B. Georgia Department of Human Resources Form 3300 “Certificate of Ear, Eye and Dental
        Examinations.” This Form 3300 Certificate must be dated within the 12 months prior to the
        day of enrollment.

    C. For students transferring from another state or country.
        Students transferring to a Cobb County school from another state or country must obtain a
        certificate from a Georgia licensed physician or the Cobb County Public Health.
        • A parent may present a written, dated immunization record attested to by a licensed
           physician or an authorized representative of a health agency of another state or country
           that adequate immunizations have been received by the student. Cobb County Public
           Health will place the record on file and issue a Certificate of Immunization, and the student
           can be admitted to school.

    D. More Questions About Immunization?
        Parents who have questions about immunization requirements can either contact a Georgia
        family physician, Cobb County Public Health at (770) 514-2300, or the Georgia Immunization
        Program at (404) 657-3158.

3. Proof of birth date for students enrolling in kindergarten and first grade;

4. A withdrawal form from the previous school and/or verification of academic status,
    including a valid transcript of work completed is received directly from the previous school
    attended;

5. All academic, disciplinary, and special education records from a student’s previous
    school(s) (Any student who is enrolling in the District for the first time in grades seven or higher
    must provide a certified copy of his/her scholastic and discipline record from the school
    previously attended. In lieu of providing a certified copy of a discipline record and transcript,
    the student may be admitted on a conditional basis by submitting a properly executed release
    authorizing the District to obtain such information from the school previously attended.); and

6. Two documents proving residency (for example: home ownership title; lease or rental
    agreement; current utility monthly statement; current Georgia driver's license or Georgia
    identification card; current bank, credit union, or other financial institution documentation; mail
    delivered by the United States Postal Service; employer; a Cobb County property tax
    statement; voter registration documentation from Cobb County; a current motor vehicle
    registration (tag receipt); statement of legal residence (Form JF-2).

7. The School May Also:
    • request proof of custody or custody documentation; or
    • suggest that the adult with whom the student lives obtain legal guardianship.
    • request proof of age and name verification; and
    • other information the school deems necessary for proper placement.

8. Provide the names and phone numbers of persons who may pick up your child if you
    cannot be reached, and the name and phone number of your child's doctor.

See CCSD Administrative Rule JF (Admissions/Withdrawals) for additional details on Admissions.

TIPS: To expedite enrollment and placement for transfer students:
    • Form JF-7: "Student Enrollment Checklist"  is available for your convenience.
       (Click here to download Form JF-7)
    • Parents/guardians should complete Form JF-5: “Student Enrollment Form”  and bring it
      with them to the school at the time of enrollment. (Click here to download Form JF-5)
    • Parents/guardians should bring progress reports, most recent report card, test information,
      and any information on special services your child may have received.

No habla Inglés? Necesita ayuda?
Las familias que no hablen Inglés y necesiten ayuda con el proceso de matriculación de sus hijos en la escuela pueden llamar al Centro Internacional de Bienvenida al (770) 819-2383.

Note: Non-English speaking families in need of assistance with registration in the ESOL Program may call the International Welcome Center at (770) 819-2383.