Enrollment & School Choice

2026-27 School Choice Portal is NOW OPEN!

The 2026-27 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 2026-27 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 Drive for Greatness: April Registration Update

The energy across the district has been electric as we officially move into the heart of our 2026-27 registration season! While the "March Madness" brackets are in full swing on the court, our MSCS community is proving that the real "Big Dance" is happening in our school hallways.

We are seeing incredible dedication to our Recruit, Retain, and Reclaim mission. As we look at our opening stats, it is clear that our families and staff are committed to ensuring that every student’s greatness continues to grow right here in our district.

Registration Updates (As of March 31st)

Elementary School Leaders

• White Station: 44%
• Dunbar Elementary: 43%
• Grahamwood: 42%

Middle School Leaders

• Maxine Smith STEAM Middle: 37%
• White Station Middle: 32%
• J.P. Freeman Middle: 24%

High School Leaders

• Middle College High: 30%
• White Station High: 26%
• East High: 25%

The Playbook for a Strong Finish

As we move through April, let’s keep the "full-court press" on. The championship title—and the Grand Prize Trophy with a catered staff lunch—is still anyone’s game! We encourage every school to keep the momentum high using these winning strategies:

• Classroom Milestones: Host small celebrations for classes with the highest completion rates.
• Spirit Incentives: Offer school swag to the next 50 families who finalize their registration.
• Direct Support: Remind parents school teams are ready to provide registration support and answer any questions.

Thank you for your work in making MSCS the top-tier choice for every family. Let’s keep these numbers climbing!

Supporting Our Families: 2026–27 District Registration Nights

As we prepare for the 2026–27 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 2026-27 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.

Upcoming Dates and Deadlines

• MARCH 24 | 2026-27 Registration Now Open
  • Access via the PowerSchool Parent Portal
• MARCH 31, APRIL 2, & APRIL 7 | On-Site Registration
  • 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Location: Hillcrest HS & Kirby MS
• APRIL 7 | Enrolling & Registering a Student with MSCS
  • 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Location: TTC – Lauderdale Lab
• APRIL 9 | Attendance Practices and Procedures
  • 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Location: TTC – Lauderdale Lab
• APRIL 16 | Attendance Liaison Meeting
  • 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM | Location: TBD