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How does Lexington Public Schools define residency?
“‘Residence’ is a place where a person actually lives, and requires both intent to make the residence the student’s home and the student’s presence in that location. Temporary residence in the Town of Lexington solely for the purpose of attending the Lexington Public Schools is not considered ‘residence’ for admission to the Lexington Public Schools. In determining residency, the Lexington School Committee, through the Superintendent (or designee), reserves the right to require the production of a variety of records and documentation to determine whether or not a student actually resides in the Town of Lexington.” - Lexington School Committee Policy: JFAB
What is considered a “temporary residence”?
In according with school committee policy, temporary residence would include the following scenarios:
A student staying with friends/relatives who are not the child’s legal guardian, including renting a room or rooms in a home occupied by the homeowner
Temporary housing such as a hotel or a short-term rental, except those allowed by McKinney-Vento
How does the Lexington Public Schools verify residency?
New families or families re-enrolling to Lexington Public Schools must show proof of residency/occupancy by providing documents outlined on the Student Registration Requirement Checklist. Current Lexington families who are submitting a change of address must also show proof of residency/occupancy to their new Lexington residence by providing documents outlined on the Student Address Update Requirements Checklist. When physical residency is in question, LPS will make every attempt to work with families and may consult with the School Resource Officer, a member of the Lexington Police Department.
I have just signed a Purchase and Sale Agreement, can I use this to register for Lexington Public Schools?
No. A Purchase and Sale (P&S) is not an accepted form of residency proof, as you are not yet a permanent resident of the Town of Lexington. To register, you must close on your home and have occupancy of your home. Once you have closed on your home and have taken occupancy of your Lexington residence, you are then eligible to register a student for Lexington Public Schools.
I have just purchased a new home in Lexington. Can I register before my closing date?
No. The Lexington Public Schools Central Registration Office requires the Closing Disclosure or Settlement Statement as proof for Column A, as these documents show mortgage and property taxes paid at the time of closing. You must also have occupancy of your Lexington, MA home to be eligible to register for Lexington Public Schools.
I just purchased a new home in Lexington. Can I use my property deed as a form of required documentation?
In most cases, no. The property deed is not an accepted form of residency proof, as it does not show proof of payment on the property. Families must submit the Closing Disclosure or the Settlement Statement.
I just signed a new lease in Lexington. Can I register before my lease has started?
No. If you do not have occupancy of the rental, then you are not eligible to register. You must have occupancy at the time of registration.
What if a child’s legal guardian does not reside in the Town of Lexington?
If a child’s legal guardian does not reside within the Town of Lexington then they are not eligible to register to the Lexington Public Schools. There are no exceptions to this residency requirement.
What if I do not have the required proofs of residency?
If you are having difficulty gathering your documentation, please contact Central Registration for further clarification.
I have just moved in and do not have a utility bill?
If you do not have a utility bill, you will need to submit a work order or a confirmation of service letter from a utility company.
Can I provide my documents on a thumb drive, cell phone or other device?
No. Families without easy access to technology to complete this process should speak with a Central Registration staff member.
What are your hours of operation?
Central Registration is open Monday through Friday from 8:00AM to 4:00PM EST. The office follows the Lexington Public Schools approved calendar for all observed holidays, but remains open during school vacations. Central Registration is open during the summer months. Please note that in the event of a snow day, Central Registration will be closed.
Please do not hesitate to contact us with questions about registration or address changes at 781-861-2580 ext. 68100, or e-mail us at lpscentralregistration@lexingtonma.org.
Thank you,
The Central Registration Office Team
Please do not hesitate to contact us with questions about registration or address changes at 781-861-2580 ext. 68100, or e-mail us at lpscentralregistration@lexingtonma.org.
Thank you,
The Central Registration Office Team
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