DeKalb Transfer students

Once you have verified that your address is in Briar Vista Elementary School's attendance zone, you will proceed to the following steps:

Step 1:

Withdraw your child from their previous DeKalb County school by contacting that school and following their withdrawal process.

If you are unable to reach the previous school, please proceed to Step 2.

Step 2:

Complete and submit the following form for each child (if registering multiple children).

Step 3:

Email one proof of residence and a copy of your valid ID (driver's license, passport, visa) to the following email address: BVE.Registrar@gmail.com. In the subject line of the email please type only: Student's last name, Student's first name- Student's grade level for the 2021-2022 school year (ex. Smith, John- 4th Grade).

*Notice: The address on your proof of residence must be in Briar Vista Elementary School's attendance zone. This will be checked for accuracy. The proof of residence must be in the parent/guardian's name or an affidavit will need to be completed. Please email the registrar directly at marian_chinn@dekalbschoolsga.org if you have questions regarding the affidavit process.

Step 4:

You will receive a confirmation email once your student is fully registered. Once received, please download, complete and save the packet below (for each child if multiple). Once saved, please email the completed packet to BVE.Registrar@gmail.com. In the subject line of the email please type only: Student's last name, Student's first name- Student's grade level for the 2021-2022 school year (ex. Smith, John- 4th Grade).

Returning Student - English

Returning Student - Spanish

Step 5:

Please create/update a School Nutrition account at https://www.schoolcafe.com. Even if your child will not take advantage of the School Nutrition program, having this application on file helps Briar Vista Elementary School obtain funding. Thank you!