For information on enrollment for Homeless Students, please see policy JFABD.

Below is the information from JFA Residence Policy/Procedure.

1. Proof of age - one of the following:

• Copy of birth certificate. If born outside U.S, Passport with appropriate information as to entrance into U. S. (Passport from other country with VISA, Permanent Resident Card, application for Permanent Residence filed with INS).

2. Parent/Guardian ID

• A Copy of a Legal Guardian’s License or Passport ID (for persons without a valid MA drivers license).

3. Proof of Residency Category A Evidence of Residency At least 1 of the following:

• Mortgage payment or property tax bill, or excise tax bill and all car registrations,
• Landlord or property owner affidavit (residency statement),
• Signed Lease or Rental Agreement signed by both parties,
• Fully signed and executed Purchase and Sales Agreement (provided occupancy within 30 days of enrollment).

Category B Evidence of Occupancy At least 2 of the following:

• Utility bills (showing name and address dated within past 45 days) showing usage including gas/oil, electric, landline phone, cable, water,
• A recent bill (dated within past 45 days) showing Sharon address and name. Note- A residency statement/affidavit is required with this option,
• A notarized Occupancy Statement/Affidavit (if no bills before enrollment),
• Trash collection bill or proof of regular use of SPS school bus transportation.

Category C Evidence of Identification

• Valid MA driver’s license or valid MA photo ID card,
• Valid Passport or other government-issued photo ID,
• Bank statement or credit card bill (financial information may be blocked out),
• A W-2 or payroll stub showing Sharon address (salary info may be blocked out).

4. Immunization and Physical Exam Records

• Most recent physical exam record from child’s doctor, and one of the following;
• Official state immunization form or doctor’s office form.
• Written statement by a physician stating that the physical condition of the child warrants medical exemption from inoculations.
• Written statement signed by parent/guardian that the child's religious denomination opposes tests and inoculations.

5. Other Documents Please provide the following if applicable.

1. Academic or Attendance records from prior school.
2. Individualized Education Program (IEP)/Evaluation Reports or special education records if appropriate.
3. Custody papers if needed. A copy of the court order or custody agreement is required to be provided if the parents are separated or divorced and the enrolling parent is relying on the order or agreement as the basis for enrolling the child