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DeSoto County Schools Registration Information

By Teresa R. Simpson, About.com


In order to enroll your child in a DeSoto County school, you must present school officials with the following documentation:

Child's Proof of Identification:


All of the following must be presented:
  • Certified copy of birth certificate (not the mother's copy)
  • Shot record on Mississippi Compliance Form 121
  • Social Security card
  • Withdrawal or final report card from previous school (if applicable)

Proof of Residence:


Three of the following must be presented to prove residency of child's legal guardian:
  • Mortgage document or property deed with name and address
  • Apartment or home lease contract (no hand-written documents)
  • Electricity, gas, or water bill dated within the last two months
  • DeSoto County car tag registration

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