Kinship Navigator - Education | Louisiana Department of Children & Family Services

What documents do I need to enroll the child in school?You must have certain documents in order to enroll the child in school. These documents include:Birth Certificate, official record;Immunization records unless contraindicated by a written physician's statement or a written dissent from the student or parent; and Parent or guardian photo ID.You will also have to check with the school or your local school board to determine what documentation you will need to prove that the child resides with you in the school district and you have the authority to make education decisions for the child.If a student is homeless or does not regularly stay at one location, you may be able to enroll the child without all the documents.If you have any legal documents to show a transfer, change, or restrictions in child custody, give the school or district a copy.If the child is in the custody of Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), the child 's caseworker will be able to provide you with th...