Don’t Forget Your Child’s School Records When You Move!
Before moving to a new area, parents should first acquire copies of their children’s school records and related academic documents. Whether the child is in elementary, middle or high school, it’s important for parents to prepare themselves for the transition to a new district. Because once you move, you may find it difficult to acquire these critical documents.
School Transcripts
Go to your child’s current/old school to request an official copy of his or her transcript (Cumulative Record File, CRF, permanent record). This invaluable document contains a list of the student’s courses, grades, honors and degrees. It may also contain the number of students in the class, average grades, and other pertinent information.
When requesting your child’s transcript, make sure it’s an official copy with the principle’s original signature. Most schools will only accept official transcripts during the enrollment process. Photocopies are great for your own personal reference, but you need the original copy with the principle or official’s signature when enrolling your child in a new school.
Letters of Recommendations
Parents should also gather any letters of recommendations written from their child’s former teachers and educators. Even if your child doesn’t need them now, prospective job and/or academic opportunities may request letters of recommendations. Having some on hand will set your child apart from other students.
If your child doesn’t have any letters of recommendations, don’t be afraid to ask his or her former teachers, coaches or counselors if they would be willing to write one. Most educators will gladly write a letter of recommendation for a student who’s moving to a new district.
Medical Records
Of course, you shouldn’t forget about your child’s medical records. It’s not uncommon for schools to require a copy of the student’s vaccinations and immunizations when enrolling. Failure to have this information could result in your child’s enrollment being delayed
Make sure you have all medical records readily available when enrolling your child in a new school. Your child’s old school should provide you with a copy if requested.
Other School-Related Documents You May Want To Acquire:
- Awards
- Extra-curricular activities
- Test scores
- Attendance record
- Work samples
This may seem like a lot of documents to acquire, but most schools have this information stored on site. When you’re looking to take a break from packing boxes, make a trip to your child’s school to request the documents mentioned above. Once you receive them, place them inside a special box designated specifically for sensitive records.
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