Enrollment & School Choice

2026-2027 School Choice Portal is NOW OPEN!

The 2026-2027 School Choice Transfer season is officially here, and the application portal is live! Please share the following details with families to ensure they are prepared.

Key Information

• Status: The application portal is NOW OPEN.
• How to Apply: Visit www.scsk12.org from any computer, tablet, or smartphone to submit an application.

Who Needs to Apply?

• New Applicants: Students seeking a transfer for the first time.
• Transitioning Students: Students moving up a school level (e.g., rising 6th or 9th graders).
• Note: Current General Choice students staying at their school in good standing do not need to reapply.

School Responsibilities

To support our goals of recruiting, retaining, and reclaiming students, schools are encouraged to host open houses and showcase their programs to families.

2026-2027 Registration is Now Open!

Registration for the 2026-2027 school year is currently open for all new and returning students. Families can complete the process and update their information at any time via the PowerSchool Parent Portal.

Administrative Actions

• Visibility: Post registration hours and instructions in highly visible areas and at all school entrances.
• Support Events: Schedule Registration Night(s) to assist families. Coordinate with the Office of Enrollment and Attendance if you require additional support.
• All Registration Team members are required to complete refresher training via PLZ.
• For questions or enrollment support, contact Stacey Davis at daviss2@scsk12.org.

Student Health & Eligibility: Immunizations and Physicals

• To ensure students are cleared and ready for the 2026-2027 school year, families needing updated immunizations or physicals can submit required documentation to ShotRX Health and Wellness Solutions.
• Please share the link below with your school community:

 Submit Health Forms & Physicals Here

The Madness Has Arrived: Registration Update!

The whistle has blown, the brackets are set, and the energy across the district is electric! We are officially in the thick of the MSCS Registration March Madness Tournament, and the opening stats are nothing short of legendary.

While the rest of the country is focused on the basketball court, here at MSCS, it’s all about our students and ensuring their Greatness Grows Here. We must keep the full-court press on to ensure every family knows that our schools are the top-tier choice for their child’s future.

Opening Day Registration Standings!

Who’s taking the early lead? Who will be this year’s "Cinderella" school rising through the ranks? Here is how the divisions are shaking out after the first day of play:

Elementary School Division

• Richland Elementary is taking the lead, having registered 31% of their projected students!
• White Station Elementary is hot on their heels at 28%.
• Idlewild Elementary rounds out the top three with a solid 23%.

Middle School/K-8 Division

• Maxine Smith STEAM Academy takes the top seed today at 21%.
• White Station Middle is in the paint with 16%.
• J.P. Freeman School is right there in the mix at 15%.

High School Division

• East High leads the pack with 16%.
• Middle College High is holding strong at 12%.
• White Station High is showing heart at 11%.

All-Star Shoutout: Kudos to the entire White Station community! Your schools have managed to sweep the Top 3 across all grade bands on Day 1. That is true team chemistry!

Keep the Momentum Going!

The championship title – and the Grand Prize (a winning trophy and a catered lunch for your entire staff) – is still anyone's game! Keep the energy high and the recruitment active by using these winning plays:

• Classroom Parties for high-performing classes.
• School Swag for the first 50 families to complete registration.
• Jersey Days or Pajama Days to keep the school spirit high and celebrate registration milestones.

Let’s keep those numbers climbing as we strive to Recruit, Retain, and Regain every student for the 2026-2027 year. Let the Madness continue!

Supporting Our Families: 2026–2027 District Registration Nights

As we prepare for the 2026–2027 school year, we are asking all school leaders to help us share a critical message: annual student registration is required for every student. To support our families in this process, schools will host on-site District Registration Nights. These sessions are designed to provide hands-on assistance, offer guidance on school choice, and answer any questions our community may have.

District Registration Night Schedule

Please ensure your building is prepared to host families on your designated night:

• Elementary Schools: TBD
• Middle & K-8 Schools: TBD
• High Schools: TBD

We appreciate your leadership in hosting these sessions to ensure every student is registered. Final dates and logistics will be shared as soon as they are confirmed.

Staff & Family Support Resources

For technical questions or portal assistance, please utilize the following district resources:

• Email: studentservices@scsk12.org
• Phone: Office of Enrollment and Attendance | 901-416-2989

Coming Soon: Regional Support Hubs – "Pop Out & Register"

The District is bringing registration assistance directly into the community! Our Regional Support Hubs will provide in-person assistance to ensure every family is prepared for the 2026-2027 school year.

What to Expect:

• Families can visit these regional stations to receive hands-on help with the mandatory registration process, school choice guidance, and answer questions.
• Hubs will be strategically located in areas with lower registration volumes to ensure no family is left behind.

Stay Tuned: Locations, dates, and times are being finalized and will be shared soon.

March Madness Registration Season Schedule

• March 24: 2026–27 Registration Opens
  • Location: PowerSchool Parent Portal
  • Note: Selection Sunday Kickoff!
• March 28: MSCS Registration Event
  • Location: TLA
  • Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
• April 2: Attendance Liaison Meeting
  • Location: TBD
  • Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
• April 7: Enrolling & Registering a Student
  • Location: TTC – Lauderdale Lab
  • Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• April 9: Attendance Practices and Processes
  • Location: TTC – Lauderdale Lab
  • Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM