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Enrollment

Students who are zoned for Bearden Middle School and attended a Knox County elementary school for 5th grade are automatically enrolled. 

Enrollment hours for students who are new to the district are until 2:00 p.m. on full school days and during specified office hours in the summer months. Enrollment must completed in person by a parent or legal guardian. The following completed forms are required:

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The following documents may also be needed: 

  • Proof of Birth: Government-issued Birth Certificate, passport, immigration documentation.
  • Immunization Records: The student’s Tennessee Department of Health Immunization Certificate (shot record signed by the child’s physician or county health department). Visit the Knox County Schools Immunization page for more details.
  • Recent Physical Examination: Proof of a physical exam within one year of enrollment.
  • Proof of Residence: One of the following—gas, water, or electric bill. If the utility bill and/or lease agreement is in the name of someone other than the parent/guardian, that individual must provide the utility bill and/or lease agreement, along with a notarized letter confirming that the parent/guardian and children reside at the address.

Contact BMS Registrar, Connie Dolvin at connie.dolvin@knoxschools.org, with enrollment questions. Parents/Legal Guardians do not need to contact Ms. Dolvin prior to coming to school during the enrollment hours.