BELLS ISD

WHO CAN ATTEND?

Pre-K registration is open to all children served by BISD who will be 4 years old before September 1 of the school year and meet income qualifications for Pre-K enrollment.

Kindergarten registration is open to all children served by BISD who will be 5 years old before September 1 of the school year. (If your student completed Pre-K in Bells ISD, then you are a returning student).

WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING:

• Birth Certificate
• Social Security Card
• Immunization Record
• Proof of residency within BISD boundaries should be one of the following utility bills connected to the address:
  • Gas, water, electricity, lease agreement, etc. (Cellular phone bills will not be accepted) Parent(s) or Guardian(s) official ID or Driver's license (address must match proof of residency address)

HOW:

• ONLINE @ WWW.BELLSISD.NET
• CLICK PARENTS AND STUDENTS TAB- THEN PARENT PORTAL
• GO TO THE 'CREATE NEW ACCOUNT' TAB
• TURN IN REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION

If you have any questions, please contact the Bells Elementary School office at 903-965-3601.

We are thrilled to have you join our community. To ensure a smooth transition for your student, our registration process begins with an in-person verification followed by our online enrollment system.

Follow the steps below to get started.

Step 1: The Campus Visit & Verification

Before accessing the online portal, all new families must visit the campus for a brief document review. This helps us ensure we have everything needed to place your student in the right classes and programs.

• Where: Visit the campus office (Elementary PK-5, Pritchard Junior High 6-8, High School 9-12)

• When: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

• Action: Bring the required paperwork listed below. Once your documents are verified, you will receive a Registration Access Information to begin your online application.

Step 2: Required Documentation

Please bring original copies of the following items to the campus:

• Proof of Residency: (e.g., current utility bill, lease agreement, or mortgage statement)

• Student’s Birth Certificate

• Immunization Records: Must be up-to-date according to state guidelines.

• Photo ID of Parent/Guardian

• Previous School Records: (e.g., final report card or unofficial transcript)

Step 3: Complete Online Registration

Once you have met with our staff and received your approval, you can complete the process from the comfort of your home.

1. Visit our Online Registration Portal Link.

2. Fill out the digital forms and submit.

3. Follow up with the campus to ensure they received your online submission. 

Parent Portal Directions

Returning Student Registration

Registration must be completed each year by a parent or guardian for every student enrolled in Bells ISD. This ensures all contact and medical information is up-to-date for the new school year.

Important Guidelines

• One Account Per Student: While multiple guardians can have portal access for grades and attendance, only one guardian should complete the registration steps for a student.

• Required Login: You must sign in using the email address previously used to enroll the student

• Eligibility: This process is for students who were enrolled in Bells ISD through the end of the previous school year.

How to Register

1. Access the Portal: Click on the Parent Portal Link and log in to your account.

2. Navigate to Registration: Click on "My Account" and then select the "Registration" button.

3. Verify Information: Review all current data, make any necessary changes or updates, and submit.

Adding a New Sibling?

If you already have a student in the district but need to add a new student (such as a Kindergartner) for the first time, follow these steps within your existing account:

• Log in to your Parent Portal.
• Select "Enroll a New Student".

• Complete steps 1–6 of the enrollment process.

Parent Portal Directions

New Transfer Student Enrollment

Families wishing to transfer into Bells ISD must complete an initial transfer application form. 

Transfer Student Form and Agreement

Returning Transfer Students 

Students who are currently enrolled in Bells ISD as a transfer student and are in good standing will recieve a link to complete a form each year. This link will be sent during the spring semester and must be completed for each student for the upcoming year to continue as a transfer student.

Transfer Guidelines

Transfers are approved for one year only. 

• Families must apply for transfer every year. 
• Approval for one year DOES NOT guarantee approval for subsequent years.
• Approval for one child DOES NOT assure that younger siblings will be granted once they reach school age.

Several factors are considered each year when making decisions on transfers:                           

• Availability of space and instructional staff
• Disciplinary history (Students must follow all rules and regulations of the district.)
• Attendance records

Transfer Application Requirements and Deadlines

• ALL TRANSFER REQUESTS MUST USE THE ONLINE TRANSFER APPLICATION.
• Transfer requests or documentation may be turned in to the administration building or to the principal of each campus.
• If a transfer application is submitted by the deadline, parent notification of transfer approval or denial occurs approximately the:
  • Middle of June for students entering grades 6-12
  • End of July for students entering grades KG-5

Transfers are not accepted in PreK unless the student is a child of a district employee.

Board Policy Regarding Tranfer Students FDA (LEGAL) and FDA (LOCAL)

District of Innovation Plan Regarding Transfer Students - See p. 9

If you need to update your student contact information, please follow the directions linked below. If you need help, please contact your campus secretary. 

Update Student Contact Information in Parent Portal