To be considered domiciled within the District, the prospective student must show both a physical presence in the District, combined with an intent to remain (e.g., a fixed and permanent home). A showing of domicile (residence) may be made by presenting such documents as:

• real property deeds
• rental agreements
• leases
• rent checks
• rent receipts
• driver’s licenses
• utility bills
• voter registration cards
• library cards
• telephone listing
• mail delivery
• income tax returns
• affidavits

The building administrator of the school where the parent/guardian applies should make the preliminary determination of residency for registration. This requires a minimum of two pieces of evidence to verify residency. If there is a question regarding the residency, the following additional types of documents may be requested for verification:

• a deed or other proof of real property ownership
• a lease or rental agreement
• a utility bill in the parent/guardian’s name which shows an address within the district
• the address on the parent/guardian’s driver’s license or non-driver identification card
• a record of the parent/guardian’s voter registration
• a recent income tax return showing the parent/guardian’s name and address within the district
• a current paycheck stub showing the parent/guardian’s name and address within the district
• documentation illustrating the parent/guardian is receiving public assistance benefits at an address within the district.

In the case of a person claiming residency by virtue of a shared domicile within the district, a notarized statement from a person with whom the family is sharing a home is not sufficient documentation. Further evidence of residency must be requested as above.