Enrollment
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Welcome to Buckeye Valley Local Schools! We are so glad that you have chosen our District for your student. We look forward to partnering with you in your child's education.
Buckeye Valley Local Schools Registration Next Steps:
Step 1: Check Eligibility
Confirm that you live within the Buckeye Valley Local Schools attendance boundaries.
School Locator Tool
Step 2: Collect Required Documents
Only the parent/guardian of the child may complete the registration process.
A. Parent/Guardian Valid Photo ID
The front of the driver’s license or the photo page from a passport.
B. Student(s) Certified Birth Certificate and/or Passport
If your child was born in the state of Ohio, you can order their birth certificate from the Ohio Department of Health. Click here to order a birth certificate.
C. Proof of Residency
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If you are renting your home, a current signed lease agreement, signed by both you and the management/landlord.
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If you have purchased your home: a warranty deed, a settlement statement from your closing documents, or a mortgage statement.
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If you are living with another Buckeye Valley homeowner/renter, you will need to provide your Proof of Residency and complete a Residency Affidavit.
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Also, the Homeowner needs to complete a Residency Affidavit for Homeowner and provide proof of their residency.
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Please note: We accept current Gas, Water, or Electric bills.
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Download the 90 Day Waiver
Special Situations:
The following list is additional documentation that is required if the special situation applies to you and/or your student.
1. Custody Documentation: Must be judge-signed, court-stamped, and submitted in full. Examples include:
- Shared Parenting Decree (signed by the judge) with Shared Parenting Plan (indicates school placement parent)
- Divorce Decree (indicating sole custody)
- Magistrate’s Orders
- Guardianship Documents
- Adoption Documents
- Or foster placement paperwork
2. Special Education/Special Services
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Current copy of IEP, ETR, MFE, or 504 plan
3. Academic Records
- High school transcripts are required for students enrolling in grades 9-12
Step 3: Complete Enrollment Pathway Online
To enroll your student at BVLS, please select the correct tab below.
Online Enrollment Pathway
- 2026-2027 Kindergarten Registration
- 2025-2026 Midyear New Student Registration Grades K-12
- Barons Early Learning Enrollment (PreSchool)
- Open Enrollment for 2026-2027 School Year
- Early Entrance for Kindergarten & First Grade
2026-2027 Kindergarten Registration
2025-2026 Midyear New Student Registration Grades K-12
Barons Early Learning Enrollment (PreSchool)
Open Enrollment for 2026-2027 School Year
Early Entrance for Kindergarten & First Grade
Contact:
Mary Barr
Secretary - Office of the Superintendent
mbarr@mybvls.org
740-369-8735
Vickie Ritchie
Receptionist - Administration Office
vritchie@mybvls.org
740-369-8735

