The 2025 - 2026 Kindergarten - 12th grade (K-12) Main Round is now open through January 24, 2025!
All NOLA-PS offices and Family Resource Centers will be closed Monday, January 20 in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. day. We will also be closed Tuesday, January 21 due to inclement weather. We aim to reopen on Wednesday, January 22, pending safe travel conditions. Please check back here for any further updates. 

The Early Childhood Main Round Application is open from January 6th to February 21st!

K-12 Mid-Year Transfers

Kindergarten through 12th grade (K-12) Mid-Year Transfers

Starting September 18, Students in Kindergarten through 12th grade (K-12) are not permitted to transfer between schools only because of preference. When a NOLA-PS K-12 student needs to change schools mid-year, the family submits a Hardship Transfer Request or Accelerated Transfer Request.

Please note transfer requests are only for currently enrolled students in Kindergarten through 12th grade (K-12). If you do not have a current school placement, you must visit a Family Resource Center to enroll in a school with an open seat.

What qualifies as a Hardship Transfer?

The Hardship Transfer Categories & Requirements (en Español) document outlines eligible hardship transfer reasons with brief descriptions and requirements for supporting documentation. 

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How do I apply for a Hardship Transfer?

The Hardship Transfer Timeline (en Español) outlines the steps of the process. Families with specific questions or concerns should contact transfers@nolapublicschools.com. 

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What qualifies as an Accelerated Transfer?

Accelerated Transfers are for 8th*-12th grade students to transfer from one NOLA-PS school to a NOLA-PS school with an accelerated program when the student is overage for their grade. Please note that 8th grade students must be fifteen (15) years of age or older. 

Students Who May Be a Good Fit:

  • Students who are overage for their grade
  • Students who have been previously retained
  • Students not on track to graduate on time
  • *Overage 8th grade students who are at least 15 years old

How do I apply for an Accelerated Transfer?

NOLA-PS only accepts Accelerated Transfer requests directly from schools. Your current school will be able to assist you with an Accelerated Transfer request. Please contact your school administration if you are interested in this option.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Can I get a seat at any school of my choice after an approved Hardship Transfer?
No, students can only enroll in a school with an available seat. If the school has eligibility requirements like a test or open house, those still apply. 
2.
We moved last year but my preferred school was not available during Open Enrollment. Can I apply for a transfer now based on Student Residence Change?
No, the Student Residence Change category is only if you have moved after the start of the current school year.  
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My student is not doing well academically at their current school, can I request a Hardship Transfer?
Hardship Transfers are not granted based on academic challenges. If your student is struggling academically, including in language immersion programs, we encourage you to work with the school to best support your student. 
4.
My student’s Hardship Transfer Request was approved, but there are no seats available at the school I prefer. Can my child stay at their current school?
Yes, you may choose to keep your student at their current school. 
5.
One of my students was approved for a Hardship Transfer, can I transfer all of my students who are at the same school?
No, each student must have their own approved request to transfer. 
6.
Will my student’s absences be excused while we wait for the Hardship Transfer decision?
No, absences are not excused during the Hardship Transfer process. 
7.
My student has a hearing or conference scheduled with the Office of Student Discipline and Behavior Support; can I request a Hardship Transfer?
Students who have a pending disciplinary hearing or conference cannot transfer via the Hardship Transfer Request process. At the conclusion of the disciplinary process, if your student was not placed at alternative school, you may request a Hardship Transfer. 
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My student’s Hardship Transfer Request was denied. What are my options now?

We encourage all families to work with their school to best support their students. If you have additional documentation or the student’s situation has changed, you may submit an appeal by sending an email with all additional documentation and information to transfers@nolapublicschools.com. Only appeals with new information will be considered. 

Families are also encouraged to complete a Main Round NCAP (11/4/24-1/24/25) or participate in Open Enrollment (Starting 5/14/25) to choose a new school for next school year.  

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