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FAQ: Interdistrict Transfers

As of April 2, 2024 the interdistrict transfer request review period into MPCSD for 2024-25 has CLOSED.  Review for the 2025-26 school year will begin November 1, 2024 and run through April 1, 2025.

Interdistrict Transfers FAQs

What is an Interdistrict Transfer?
Interdistrict transfers are required to transfer from one school district to another; out of MPCSD or into MPCSD from another school district.

What is the process for obtaining an Interdistrict OUT of MPCSD? (you live within MPCSD attendance boundaries)
Obtain an Interdistrict Transfer request form from the MPCSD Registrar at 181 Encinal Avenue, Atherton, CA 94027 and submit the form to your desired district.  The requested school district will approve or deny the request.  

Does MPCSD accept Interdistrict Transfers? (you live outside MPCSD attendance boundaries) NO,per MPCSD's Board Policy on Interdistrict Transfers: BP 5117 However, parents have the option to submit an interdistrict transfer request during the review period if they feel they meet the requirement(s) outlined in Section 2 of MPCSD's Board Policy on Interdistrict Transfers: BP 5117.    

When can I apply for an Interdistrict Transfer into MPCSD?
MPCSD accepts applications (must be released from home district first) for interdistrict attendance for new students between November 1 - April 1 of the year preceding the school year for which the student may be transferred. Interdistrict applications will not be reviewed and processed until after the April 1 deadline.    

What is the process for submitting an application?
Please review Section 4 of MPCSD's Board Policy on Interdistrict Transfers: BP 5117.    

Once I submit an application, what is the response time?
Interdistrict applications will not be reviewed and processed until after the April 1 deadline. Decisions will be made no later than June 1 unless, MPCSD decides to adhere to 4.2.7 (space availability) or 4.2.8 (enrollment) in Board Policy on Interdistrict Transfers: BP 5117.

Questions regarding Interdistrict Transfers?
Please contact the registrar at registrar@mpcsd.org or 650-321-7140 X5600