How To Enroll
There are several ways to become a part of the Berkley School District (BSD) family.
Berkley Residency
Gain residency in the Berkley School District. Registration takes place at the our Administrative Offices located at 14501 Talbot, Oak Park, MI 48237. Contact the Central Enrollment Office for more information by phone at 248.837.8026 or email.
Berkley School District Neighborhood Boundaries.
Schools of Choice- K-5 Entry
Enroll through Schools of Choice. The Berkley School District Board of Education has approved limited Schools of Choice (Section 105) openings in Transitional Kindergarten through 5th grade for Oakland County residents for the 2022-23 school year. The school of Choice window for Transitional Kindergarten through 5th grade students for the 2023-24 School Year will open on February 13, 2023 and close on March 3, 2023.
Berkley High School Scholars Program - 9th Grade Entry
The Berkley School District Board of Education also approved limited Schools of Choice (Section 105) openings in the Berkley High School Scholars Program (9th grade entry) for Oakland County residents for the 2023-24 school year. The school of Choice window for Transitional Kindergarten through 5th grade students for the 2023-24 School Year will open on February 20, 2023 and close on March 10, 2023. Please see the Schools of Choice page for more information.
Other Discretionary Allowances
Non-residents students may, at the discretion of the Superintendent, be allowed to enroll in the BSD if they fall into one of the following categories:
- Children of staff members. You must have an approved "Employee Request to have a Child Attend BSD" form on file.
- Students who move from the district (remaining in Oakland County) in the first semester and wish to remain in the district for the second semester may do so by completing a "Request to Continue Enrollment" form. Proof of new residence is required.
- Students who have completed 11th grade at BHS may complete their senior year at BHS if still living in Oakland County. A "Release of Enrollment" from the residing district must be completed. Proof of new residence is required.
Non-Resident Enrollment Questions
Contact Stephanie Helterbran for more information regarding non-resident student enrollment.
Online Student Enrollment
Visit the Online Student Enrollment page to begin the registration process and to view enrollment requirements.
Kindergarten Enrollment
2023-24 Kindergarten Registration for Berkley School District Residents
New student enrollment takes place on our website. If you need access to a computer you can call our enrollment office to set up an appointment and use our computer kiosk. Berkley School District Central Enrollment Office is located at 14501 Talbot, Oak Park, MI 48237. Please call 248-837-8026 for more information and appointments.
Non-resident registration is now closed.
Kindergarten Age Requirements - for the 2023-24 school year students must be 5 by September 1, 2023.
Kindergarten Online Enrollment window for Fall 2023 for District Residents is February 6 - 17, 2023.
Welcome to New Families - What you need to enroll
Kindergarten Waiver Form
Schools of Choice Information
Kindergarten Curriculum Guide
Kindergarten & TK Readiness Guide
Kindergarten Vision Screening
Hearing & Vision Screening Information
District Map
Kindergarten Information Nights
Attend the Berkley Schools Kindergarten Parent Information Nights to learn about kindergarten curriculum, how to prepare for the big first day, enrollment options, and kindergarten readiness.
At each school's event you will be able to ask the Principal questions, learn more about each school and hear about the #BerkleyDifference.
Mark your calendar for the 2023 events:
- Angell Elementary School: Wed, Jan 18, 2023 | 6:30 pm
- Burton Elementary School: Thurs, Jan 19, 2023 | 6:30 pm
- Pattengill Elementary School: Tues, Jan 17, 2023 | 6:30 pm
- Rogers Elementary School: Tues, Jan 24, 2023 | 6:30 pm
- Norup International School: Wed, Jan 25, 2023 | 6:30 pm
Questions? 248.837.8026
Transitional Kindergarten Details
The Berkley Schools Transitional Kindergarten program is a District program. Locations for Transitional Kindergarten programs are based on District-wide needs and after enrollment is complete, parents will be notified of the TK locations. If a TK program is held in the child's home/neighborhood school, and there is more interest than space, a lottery will take place for TK placement. Students will return to their home/neighborhood school for Kindergarten if they do not attend TK in their neighborhood school.
TK is a specialized program to meet the academic and social development of students who are not quite ready for regular Kindergarten.
Students who are interested in Transitional Kindergarten must be 5 years old by September 1 of the year they will begin school. For example, TK students must be 5 years old by September 1, 2023, for the 2023-24 school year.
Kindergarten Readiness: Transitional Kindergarten & Kindergarten
What you need to know about Kindergarten Readiness
Incoming Kindergarten students are able to...
- Dress themselves, zip coats and tie shoes
- Use the bathroom independently
- Separate from parents without becoming upset
- Take turns and share
- Keep hands to self
- Sit quietly to listen to a story
- Use a pencil
- Say and write first and last name
- Tell city, state, and phone number
- Draw some form of a person
- Count to 10 and recognize numbers to 5
- Recognize colors and shapes
- Familiarity with all letters (upper and lower case); recognize at least half
- Color, cut and glue appropriately
Incoming Transitional Kindergarten students are attempting to...
The goal for all TK students is to achieve all the readiness points listed above. However, the list below includes the key readiness points for TK students.
- Dress themselves, zip coats and tie shoes
- Use the bathroom independently
- Take turns and share
- Keep hands to self
- Sit quietly to listen to a story
Enrollment & District Forms
The following information is provided to help guide new families through the enrollment or change of address process. The Central Enrollment Office hours are 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. If you have any questions contact the Enrollment office at 248-837-8026.
Change of Address Form and Information
Statement of Landlord
Affidavit of Residency Form
Health Appraisal Form
Immunization Information
Vision Screening Flyer
Free and Reduced Lunch Application & Information
