New Students

• Students entering Kindergarten next school year (even if they are currently enrolled in a child development program)
• Students who are moving from one community to a new community before school starts, plus can provide the necessary residency documentation by the start of school (this would include the 1st Class Funded PK students).
• Students who do not live in Elmore County currently, and know they are moving can provide the necessary residency documentation by the start of school.

Returning Students

Students who attended an Elmore County Public K-12 School last year school year and are not moving to a different community will not update their records this summer. Instead, the schools will provide a form packet for each family to complete.  If you did move to a new community then you will need to register as a "New Student" using the link above.

Virtual Students

1. Complete The EDGE Application.
2. Wait for notification of acceptance.
3. Once you have been notified of acceptance into The EDGE, you will then register on Gateway Registration.

Out-Of-District Enrollment Information

• New Out of District Application -You will receive a decision via the email address you enter.
  • PLEASE NOTE:  If you do not make your first payment by August 1, 2025, your child will not be able to start school.

• Renewal Out of District Application - You will receive a decision via the email address you enter.
  • PLEASE NOTE:   If you do not make your first payment by August 1, 2025, your child will not be able to start school.
  • Out of District renewal Flyer

Hardship Request Information

1. Complete the Hardship Request Form.
2. Please note that the decision of this hardship request is up to the school principal.
3. Please make sure that you have a copy of grades, attendance records, and discipline records from the 2024-2025 school year.  These documents are required as part of your hardship request.  
4. Please note that if your hardship is approved, parents will be RESPONSIBLE for transporting their child to and from school since the school of choice is not part of their route.  Parents cannot drop off students to an address of convenience in order to ride the bus. 
5. Once your application is submitted, your request will go through administrative review. 
6. You should receive an email regarding the decision of your hardship request within 3 to 5 days.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:  If your child is currently on a hardship, do not submit another request for the upcoming school year.  You will receive a letter by the end of March 2025 indicating if the hardship has been granted for another year or denied for the upcoming year.

Intra/Inter District Transfer Request

1. Complete the Intra/Inter District Transfer Request Form when requesting transfer for employees' children.
2. After the form is submitted and processed you will receive a confirmation email letting you know that the transfer has been approved.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:  If your child has been approved for an Intra/Inter District Request, you do not have to submit another request for the upcoming school year.  This request automatically renews each year.

Affidavit Process and Information

1. View and print the Affidavit Requirements.
2. View and print the Affidavit Form.
3. Get the affidavit notarized and gather the required documents.
4. If you have never had an affidavit with Elmore County Public Schools, you must schedule an appointment.  In addition, walk-ins are welcome on WEDNESDAYS starting May 7th from 8:30-11:00 and 1:00 - 3:00. All appointments and walk-ins will be held at the Board of Education at 100 H. H. Robison Drive, Wetumpka, Al. 
5. If you already have an affidavit with Elmore County Public Schools, and need to get an affidavit renewed, you can renew online or schedule an appointment.  In addition, walk-ins are welcome on WEDNESDAYS starting May 7th from 8:30-11:00 and 1:00 - 3:00. All appointments and walk-ins will be held at the Board of Education at 100 H. H. Robison Drive, Wetumpka, Al.

Homeschool

Under Alabama law, parents who choose to homeschool their children must notify the local superintendent of their intent to educate their child outside the public school system. This notification can be completed by submitting the  homeschool form.

Homeschool/Non-ECBOE Student

Any homeschool/non ECBOE student may register to participate in extra-curricular and/or co-curricular activities as long as he/she is eligible and maintains participation requirements. A fee for participation may be required.  If the activity is credit-bearing, a course fee of $285 (May 2025 board approval) is due upon approval and prior to enrollment.

Homeschool parents are RESPONSIBLE for transporting their child to and from school to attend extracurricular activities.

Homeschool Sports - Any homeschool/Non-ECBOE student may register to participate in sports as long as he/she is eligible and maintains participation requirements. 

Homeschool Band - Any homeschool/Non-ECBOE student may register to participate in band as long as he/she is eligible and maintains participation requirements.