| Summer Transfer Window Announced Summer Transfer Window
The summer transfer window will be open May 28, 8:00 AM through July 12, 2013, 4:00 PM. Parents/legal guardians of kindergarten students, students new to Knox County, students who have had change in family circumstances such as custody or guardianship or students who moved their residence since February 18, 2013 may apply for a transfer during the summer window. Additionally, the summer transfer window will be open to anyone wishing to apply for a “Magnet” transfer to Magnet schools where space is available.
This transfer window will be open to students meeting at least one of the following criteria:
Proof of one of the above circumstances MUST be provided with the transfer application with the exception of kindergarten students. Proof can be lease agreement, closing statements for purchase of new home, court documents, and end of year report cards (private school). Parent(s) will need to print the child’s name and birth date on the proof being supplied and submit with their application by mail, email, in person or by faxing to (865) 594-1504.
There are three ways to apply for a transfer during the summer window:
1. in person, by completing a transfer application form available at 912 S. Gay St., Room 103
2. by downloading an application form on the Internet from transfers.knoxschools.org and faxing to 865-594-1504 or mailing to: Supervisor of Enrollment, P. O. Box 2188, Knoxville, TN 37901
3. current Knox County School students may apply on-line by using their parent portal log in (NOTE: the on-line application will not be available the week of June 10-14 due to maintenance)
Out of county transfer requests will only be considered after all Knox County students have been approved.
Knox County Schools will use a “lottery-style” process to determine transfer placements.
For more information, log on to www.transfers.knoxschools.org to access the Transfer Department web page or see Board Policy JBCD. |
Transfers 
Brian Hartsell, Supervisor
Andrew Johnson Building, 1st Floor , Phone (865) 594-1502
RELATED LINKS:
Magnet Schools Department | Frequently Asked Questions | Terms, Priorities, General Conditions | Transfer Policy
Recent ActivityBrian Hartsell, Supervisor
Andrew Johnson Building, 1st Floor , Phone (865) 594-1502
RELATED LINKS:
Magnet Schools Department | Frequently Asked Questions | Terms, Priorities, General Conditions | Transfer Policy
| School Board Policy JBCD sets the guidelines for student transfers within the school system. There is a transfer period each spring during which parents may request transfers. |
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Knox County Schools have specific zones set up for school attendance. Knox County students must attend the school in the zone where their legal parents/guardians reside. If a parent would like for their child(ren) to attend a school outside his or her zone, a transfer must be granted. An approved transfer is valid through terminal grade of the school, (K-5, 6-8, 9-12). If approved, parents will be responsible for transportation and shall accompany their student(s) to the school for enrollment/registration.
To find your school zone go to: KGIS.org School Zone Search.
A student transfer may be revoked for good and sufficient reasons, such as attendance, discipline, lack of academic progress, or other. |
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News, Notes & Updates Summer Transfer Window AnnouncedSummer Transfer Window
The summer transfer window will be open May 28, 8:00 AM through July 12, 2013, 4:00 PM. Parents/legal guardians of kindergarten students, students new to Knox County, students who have had change in family circumstances such as custody or guardianship or students who moved their residence since February 18, 2013 may apply for a transfer during the summer window. Additionally, the summer transfer window will be open to anyone wishing to apply for a “Magnet” transfer to Magnet schools where space is available.
This transfer window will be open to students meeting at least one of the following criteria:
Proof of one of the above circumstances MUST be provided with the transfer application with the exception of kindergarten students. Proof can be lease agreement, closing statements for purchase of new home, court documents, and end of year report cards (private school). Parent(s) will need to print the child’s name and birth date on the proof being supplied and submit with their application by mail, email, in person or by faxing to (865) 594-1504.
There are three ways to apply for a transfer during the summer window:
1. in person, by completing a transfer application form available at 912 S. Gay St., Room 103
2. by downloading an application form on the Internet from transfers.knoxschools.org and faxing to 865-594-1504 or mailing to: Supervisor of Enrollment, P. O. Box 2188, Knoxville, TN 37901
3. current Knox County School students may apply on-line by using their parent portal log in (NOTE: the on-line application will not be available the week of June 10-14 due to maintenance)
Out of county transfer requests will only be considered after all Knox County students have been approved.
Knox County Schools will use a “lottery-style” process to determine transfer placements.
For more information, log on to www.transfers.knoxschools.org to access the Transfer Department web page or see Board Policy JBCD. Frequently Asked Questions; Magnet Transfers Links  Individual School WebsitesInformation about individual schools, including administration, staff, programs, contact information, and program may be found on each school's website. Schools of Choice transfer applicationSchools of Choice (formerly Magnet Schools) transfer information and application is available at this department link. STUDENT TRANSFER APPEALThose wishing to appeal a transfer decision may complete and submit this form. Who to contact |
