New Students

Only DC residents may enroll and receive a tuition-free education in the District of Columbia. Enrollment must be completed by a parent, guardian, custodian, adult student, or primary caregiver with the authority to enroll the student and verify DC residency.

Step 1: Complete Online Registration

Families will receive a link and a unique snapcode for each enrolling student by email to complete online registration. Registration for the 2027–2028 school year will be available soon. If you need internet access or assistance completing the MySchoolDC application, please visit the Family Center at our Elementary School campus.

Step 2: Gather Your Enrollment Documents

Identification Documents:

• Birth certificate
• Parent or guardian state-issued identification
• Proof of guardianship, if applicable

Academic Documents

• Recent report card or progress reports
• Individualized Education Plan (IEP) or 504 plan, if applicable
• ACCESS scores, if applicable

Health and Wellness Documents

• Universal Health Certificate, completed by a medical provider
• Oral Health Assessment, completed by a medical provider
• Asthma Action Plan, if applicable
• Medication and Medical Procedure Treatment Plan, completed by a medical provider, if applicable
• Anaphylaxis Plan, if applicable

Step 3: Submit Residency Verification

Families may submit residency verification online or in person with an Enrollment Team member.

To submit online, complete the DCRV (English) or DCRV (Spanish) form.

To submit in person with an Enrollment Team member, email a clear photo of your proof of residency to [email protected] along with your student's name and grade level. Please allow up to three business days for review. Once accepted, an Enrollment Team member will send you a link to the Residency Verification form, available in English, Spanish, Amharic, Vietnamese, Chinese, French, and Korean, for your digital signature.

Families can also access the Residency Verification form here, available in English and Spanish.

Please note that expired documentation will not be accepted as proof of residency. Families experiencing homelessness or whose student is a ward of the District should contact an Enrollment Team member directly for guidance.

Summer Play Dates

New and returning students and their families come together to meet each other and some of their teachers for the coming year. Students enjoy games and activities led by Meridian teachers, with light snacks available.

Back to School BBQ

Each year, Meridian celebrates our students, families, and surrounding community with a Back to School BBQ. The event offers free fun, free food, and free resources for all ages. It is an opportunity to connect with current and prospective families and build stronger ties to our community.

Enrollment Saturday

Enrollment Saturday is a citywide event that gives families additional opportunities to receive enrollment support. Prospective families can take tours led by school leaders, connect with our Enrollment and Family Engagement teams, and begin the enrollment process.

EdFEST

EdFEST is the District's annual public school fair, giving students and families direct access to DC's public school options from PK3 through grade 12 ahead of the lottery application season. Stay tuned for this year's date.

Enrollment Support

Our Enrollment Team is available to help weekdays from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. For questions about the enrollment process, contact [email protected] or at (202) 387-9830.

Transition Policy for Head Start and Early Childhood Programs

Meridian has a formal transition policy outlining the steps we take to support young students entering PreK and Kindergarten. Read our Transition Policy for Head Start and Early Childhood Programs to learn more.