Registration Procedures and Forms

 
In order to register a child for school in the Morris School District, the parent/guardian must reside in Morristown or Morris Township (for students in grades Pre-K through 12) or in Morris Plains (for students in grades 9-12). Morris Plains residents must contact the Morris Plains district office (973-538-1650, Ext. 127:  Susan Vere) to confirm residency.  Morris Plains parents will be given a form that must be presented to the MHS Register as part of the registration process.  
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Required registration forms are found below and should be downloaded and completed prior to beginning the initial registration process. The child who is to be registered must be present at the time of initial registration. 
Required Registration Forms:
 
These forms are also available at all Morris School District schools. In addition to these forms, the following documents must also be presented at the time of initial registration

o        Child’s birth certificate (raised seal)

o        Child’s health/immunization records

o        A copy of a lease or mortgage statement proving residency* in Morristown or Morris Township (grades Pre-K to 12) or Morris Plans (grades 9-12) plus two utility bills (electric/phone/gas, etc.)

After the school has reviewed paperwork and determined that all necessary information has been provided, an appointment will be scheduled to complete the registration process.

* If the parent/guardian does not yet reside in the District but intends to purchase property and become a resident within sixty days of registration, he or she may apply for permission to register the student through the Superintendent's office. Specific documentation, such as contract of sale, and provision of an escrow check for tuition, etc., will be required. Or, If the parent/guardian does not lease or own the domicile but resides with another party who owns or rents the property, the parent or legal guardian must submit a notarized statement from the person who does own or lease the property, indicating that he or she is residing there with the student.