Transfers fall into two categories; transfers from inside our district (intra-district) or transfers from outside our district (inter-district).
INTRA-DISTRICT (FROM INSIDE DISTRICT)
2024-2025
INTER-DISTRICT (FROM OUTSIDE DISTRICT)
2024-2025
*Students who are brand new and are requesting a transfer for the first time to Alvord Unified School District must complete online registration BEFORE an Inter-District transfer request can be submitted. The link for online registration can be found on the Student Services department home page. Online registration will open on December 1, 2023.
1. Email the completed, signed application (front and back) with required documentation to: StudentServices@alvordschools.org
OR
2. Mail the completed, signed application (front and back) with required documentation to:
Alvord Unified School District
Attn: Student Services
9 KPC Parkway
Corona, CA 92879
Intra-District Transfers only apply to students who live within the Alvord Unified School District attendance boundaries. Requests for placement will not be done on a first-come, first-serve basis, instead will be approved using an unbiased random selection process and only if space is available at the school requested.
If you live outside of the Alvord Unified School District, you will need to apply for an Inter-District Transfer from your resident district.
Please complete one application per student. Information on how to submit your transfer request will be posted in January.
The Intra-District Transfer Window for 2024-2025 for
Grades 6 - 12 will be 1/3/2024 - 1/19/2024
The Intra-District Transfer Window for 2024-2025 for
Grades TK - 5 will be 1/22/2024 - 2/9/2024
Intra-District transfer applications may be turned in one of two ways:
1. Email the completed, signed application (front and back) and required documentation to: StudentServices@alvordschools.org
OR
2. Mail the completed, signed application (front and back) and required documentation to:
Alvord Unified School District
Attn: Student Services
9 KPC Parkway
Corona, CA 92879
Q) When does the Intra-District transfer window open?
A) Application dates for:
Q) How and when will I find out if the transfer was approved?
A) Notifications will be sent to the email listed on the transfer application starting at the end of April/beginning of May with the approval or denial decision.
Q) Will late applications be accepted?
A) Unfortunately, no.
Q) Can I request more than one school choice on the application?
A) No, only one school choice per student will be accepted.
Q) If the transfer is denied, is there an appeal process?
A) No, all decisions are final.
Q) What if I already have a student attending the school I am requesting?
A) Every attempt will be made to place siblings at the same school within the capacity limitations of that grade at that school.
Q) How are decisions made?
A) Requests for placement will not be done on a first-come, first-serve basis; instead, placement will be decided using an unbiased random selection process and only if space is available at the requested school.
Q) If the requested school is full, can you hold my application until there is an opening?
A) No, there are no waitlists.
Q) Do I need to renew the transfer annually?
A) If you live within the Alvord Unified School District attendance area, no. Once the application has been approved, that school will become your school of residence throughout that school level: TK-5, 6-8, 9-12
Q) Can the transfer be revoked resulting in my child returning to their original school of residence?
A) Yes, an INTRA-District transfer may be denied or revoked at any time for any of the following reasons:
The Inter-District transfer process applies to parents requesting their children attend school in a district other than their resident district.
All Inter-District requests must be initiated in the district of residence.
Inter-District transfers are valid for one year only and must be renewed annually.
An approved Inter-District transfer must be authorized between the district of residence and the school district of desired attendance before a student can attend the selected school.
*Students who are brand new and are requesting a transfer for the first time to Alvord Unified School District must complete online registration BEFORE an Inter-District transfer request can be submitted. The link for online registration can be found on the Student Services department home page. Online registration will open on December 1, 2023.
Inter-District transfer applications may be received in two ways:
1. Email the completed, signed application (front and back) with required documentation to: StudentServices@alvordschools.org
OR
2. Mail the completed, signed application (front and back) with required documentation to:
Alvord Unified School District
Attn: Student Services
9 KPC Parkway
Corona, CA 92879
The Inter-District Transfer application window for the 2024-2025 school year will open on December 1, 2023, and close on January 15, 2024.
*Applications will NOT BE ACCEPTED before December 1, 2023.
*Students who are brand new and are requesting a transfer for the first time to Alvord Unified School District must complete online registration BEFORE an Inter-District transfer request can be submitted. The link for online registration can be found on the Student Services department home page. Online registration will open on December 1, 2023.
Inter-District transfer applications may be received in two manners:
1. Email the completed, signed application (front and back) with required documentation to: StudentServices@alvordschools.org
OR
2. Mail the completed, signed application (front and back) with required documentation to:
Alvord Unified School District
Attn: Student Services
9 KPC Parkway
Corona, CA 92879
The Inter-District Transfer application window for the 2024-2025 school year will open on December 1, 2023, and close on January 15, 2024.
*Applications will NOT BE ACCEPTED before December 1, 2023.
INTER-District FAQ’s
Q) When does the transfer window open?
A) The INTER-District transfer window opens on December 2, 2022 and closes on January 13, 2023.
Q) I am a new student and requesting a transfer into Alvord Unified School District for the first time. What do I need to do?
A) You will need to complete online registration BEFORE we can accept your Inter-District transfer request. Please use the online registration link which is located on the Student Services department home page.
Q) My home address does not fall within the Alvord Unified School District boundaries. What address do I use to complete online registration?
A) Under home address, please enter the address of the desired AUSD school you will be requesting the Inter-District transfer to.
Please note, using the school's address does not guarantee that your Inter-District transfer application will be approved and/or approved for that school.
Q) How do I turn in my completed transfer request?
A) Applications may be turned in one of two ways:
1) Email a copy of the completed, signed application (front and back) and required documentation to: StudentServices@alvordschools.org
OR
2) A copy of the completed, signed application (front and back) and required documentation may be mailed to:
Alvord Unified School District
Attn: Student Services
9 KPC Parkway
Corona, CA 92879
Q) Can I turn in my completed transfer request in person at the District Office?
A) Unfortunately, no. Transfer requests must be submitted via StudentServices@alvordschools.org or via U.S. mail.
Q) How and when will I find out if the transfer was approved?
A) Notifications will be sent to the email listed on the transfer application starting the end of April/beginning of May with the approval or denial decision.
Q) Are California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) athletic eligibility rules waived if my child transfers to another high school?
A) No. All students and schools are subject to all CIF athletic eligibility rules and regulations. Approved transfers should not be understood to mean that any CIF rules or regulations have been waived.
Q) Can I appeal my denied INTER-District transfer request?
A) If you wish to appeal this decision, you may submit a written explanation within 14 days of the date of the denial letter stating the reason you are appealing. Your appeal will be reviewed by the Director of Student Services and you will be notified, in writing, of the outcome within 10 calendar days following the review of your review.
Q) Do I need to renew the transfer annually?
A) Yes, you will need to renew your transfer permit annually.
Q) Can the transfer be revoked resulting in my child returning to their district of residence?
A) Yes, an INTER-District transfer may be denied or revoked at any time for the following reasons: