- Grand Prairie Independent School District
- New Student Online Enrollment & Returning Student Registration
- Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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We just moved to Grand Prairie and my children have never attended a Grand Prairie ISD school at any time. How may I enroll my children into a Grand Prairie ISD school?
Because your students are new to the district you will need to enroll them using the New Student Online Enrollment link located on the GPISD website at www.gpisd.org. Please have the following documents available to upload and complete the on line enrollment process:
- Proof of Residency – Proof of residency is required for all new students. Acceptable proof of residency documents includes the current month’s gas bill, water bill, electric bill, lease/mortgage agreement.
- Original birth certificate
- Social security card for the student
- Current immunization records
- Withdrawal form/most recent report card and high school transcript from the prior school attended.
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My student was enrolled in Grand Prairied ISD in a prior year, am I able to use my Skyward Family Access login information to submit New Student Online Enrollment?
On the Skyward Family Access login screen select “Enrollment Access” at the bottom of the screen, enter your login information and click ‘Sign In’. This will take you to the New Student Online Enrollment page.
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My children were enrolled in Grand Prairie ISD last year, but withdrew before the end of the year. What do I need to do to enroll them?
Your children are considered “New Students”. Please complete the New Student Online Enrollment Process in step 1 or if you know your Skyward Family Access information refer to question 2.
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I currently have an active student attending a school in GPISD, I have another child that will be new to GPISD. How do I enroll this child?
You will be able to enroll the new student using your Skyward Family Access login information. Please refer to question 2 on how to submit the New Student Online Enrollment using your Skyward Family Access login information.
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My child is currently enrolled in a district other than Grand Prairie ISD but applied for a GPISD School of Choice during the Spring of 2020 and was accepted into a School of Choice. I visited that school during the spring and completed the enrollment process and provided all of the necessary documentation. Do I need to completed the New Student Online enrollment at this time?
No. If your student has already been enrolled for the 2020-2021 school year by the School of Choice you will need to complete the Returning Student Registration through your Skyward Family Access account.
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When will the online system be available for me to use?
The New Student Online Enrollment process is open now, visit this page to get started: https://www.gpisd.org/registration
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I do not have a computer and/or internet access at home. Can I still enroll my child?
Yes, you may use any computer with internet access at any location. The best thing to do is to visit the campus and complete your information on a school computer. Alternatively, you may use any available computer with internet access to complete an application (such as a friend or family member).
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When and where can I go for help with on-line enrollment?
In-person support will be provided at the Family Service Center on the following dates and times:
Beginning Monday, July 20: initial registration support will be provided by the campuses. Parents must call their child’s campus for support and/or schedule an appointment.
Starting July 20: extended hours will be provided at the Family Service Center. Parents can call 972-623-9000 to schedule an appointment at the Family Service Center.
- 4:30-7:30 Mon-Thur (July 20 – August 13)
- Saturday 9:00-1:00 (beginning July 25) – through August 15
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Once I complete the enrollment forms online, am I finished with the enrollment process?
As long as all required documents have been submitted and your forms have been completed, you have completed the enrollment process. If you have any other questions, please contact the school where your child will attend.
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What if I do not want to submit anything online? Will paper enrollment be available?
No. GPISD will be utilizing the online enrollment forms which must be completed by the parent or guardian and verified by campus personnel before the student may be officially enrolled. You may complete the online forms at any location with a computer with internet access. If you need assistance, we will have computers and staff available on each campus during school hours.
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Will my information be secure?
Yes. The information is uploaded through a secure, encrypted website. However, you must click the log out button at the end of your session. You must also remember to keep your user name and password secure.
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How do I withdraw my child from GPISD?
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Whom do I call with questions about the Online Registration Process?
You can contact your campus or email us at registration@gpisd.org to ask any general questions about the form or the Online Registration process.