School Transfers within LESD
A school transfer is for current LESD students to apply to transfer to another LESD school.
The school transfer applications for the 2023-2024 school year will be available in May 2023
Contact Information
Permits & School Transfers
Interdistrict Permit Process
To submit an incoming/outgoing permit application, please follow one of the options below:
1. Print, complete and drop off the application with all required documents to our district office or
2. Print, complete and email the application with all required documents to patricia_gonzalez@lawndalesd.net
Terms and Conditions
- Students who have already been granted an Interdistrict Permit do not need to reapply annually for a release from their home district.
- Approval is subject to space availability in the district and may not be at the school site requested.
- Students who are eligible for Special Education Services may be asked to obtain an Inter/Intra-SELPA Agreement for Individuals with Exceptional Needs, in addition to the Interdistrict Permit. No financial obligation shall be incurred by the district of residence for services rendered under this agreement.
- The parent/guardian is responsible for providing transportation to and from school for students on Interdistrict Permit.
Required Documents
Permit & School Transfer Applications: Must include the document(s) requested to support the reason. Documentation must be attached to the application at the time of submission.
| Reason for Request | Documentation Required (NOTE: All documents listed are required) |
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| Child care |
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| Parent employment by the requested school district |
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| Medical |
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| Promotion |
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| Boundaries (For Wiseburn Choice Blocks ONLY) |
The following proofs of residency are required and each must state the same name and address of the enrolling parent/guardian.
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| Complete school year |
Family moves into Lawndale during the last trimester. The following is required:
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| Special circumstances | Letter from parent/guardian explaining special circumstance that an interdistrict permit is necessary. |
Appeal Process
- All permit applications will be processed online
- Upon submitting a permit application to the Student Support Services Department, a permit will be approved or denied based on LESD Interdistrict Permit Policy
- If your permit is denied, the family has a right to appeal in writing within 10 days of denial to the LESD Superintendent
- Within 10 days of receiving the appeal , the Superintendent will approve or deny the appeal based on LESD Interdistrict Permit Policy
- The decision of the Superintendent of the Lawndale Elementary School District is the district’s
final action on your request. You have the right to appeal this decision to the Los Angeles
County Office of Education (LACOE) within thirty (30) calendar days from the date of the Superintendent
letter. For more information and to obtain the Interdistrict Permit Appeal form, visit
LACOE's Interdistrict Attendance web page or contact LACOE at (562) 922-6301. - LACOE has 45 days to render a decision after the family submits an appeal. LACOE's decision is final and binding.
