Student Transfer FAQ

No. You can remain on a transfer permission up to the highest-grade offered at the school without re-applying. If you are applying to a NEW school, you will need to apply for a transfer. Not all schools will be available for a transfer.

You can apply online at: Student Transfers or at the following site: Choosedallasisd  The application window opens November 1st until January 31st. Not all schools will be available for a transfer.  

Parents will be notified of any approvals beginning March 1st.  If you are sent a seat offer, you will have 10 days to respond to either accept or decline the approval. 

Yes. The new "one stop" application system allows parents to choose up to five (5) different schools or programs with a maximum of two (2) Magnet schools. You will be able to rank each school in order of your preference, with number #1 being your preferred school. Ranking will be important. You will have up until January 31st before midnight to edit your application or change the order of your ranking. 

Yes. Some campuses may be able to approve transfer requests during a school year, if they still have space for the requested grade level or if they are able to accommodate the request.  Parents may apply at Choosedallasisd  Be sure to select the correct school year from the drop-down selection. Not all schools are available. 

Yes. Transfers are for grades K to 12th. You will need to apply for a transfer, so the student may remain at the school.

Yes. District policy allows the campus to revoke transfer permissions based on the student’s poor academic performance, low attendance, and/or misbehavior. In addition, a revocation can happen due to changes in availability of space and in the availability of instructional staff. Some situations like a safety issue may require an immediate revocation of the transfer permission.