Student Services

40 South Second Street

Oakland, MD 21550

Phone 301.334.8926

Fax 301.334.7642

john.hummel@garrettcountyschools.org

Enrollment

Verification of Age

A child age 5 by September 1 and under age 21 on the first day of school is eligible for enrollment. Acceptable age verification includes:

Birth certificate
Hospital certificate
Physician certificate
Passport/Visa
Birth registration

Verification of Custody

Only a parent or court-appointed custodian may enroll a student in Garrett County Public Schools. Legal custody, not simply physical custody must be verified at the time of enrollment. Legal documentation pertaining to custody must be provided at the time of enrollment.

Verification of Residency

Acceptable residency verification includes:

Signed and dated lease agreement or mortgage bill/statement
Monthly or recurring utility bill (water, electric, cable, etc.)
Real estate tax bill/statement
Deed, title, or settlement sheet
Real Property Data Search

Current within 30 days of enrollment; must include name, address, and date; To be provided for each change of address, even within the county

Anyone not a resident of Garrett County must contact the Student Services Department at 301.334.8926 to determine residency and tuition status.

Homeless Students/Families in Transition

Students in transition are entitled to rights under the McKinney-Vento Homeless Act. For additional information call the Pupil Service Department at 301.334.8938.

Required Health Related Documents

Immunization Certificate (see attached document for required vaccinations)
Physical Examination Record
Blood Lead Testing Certificate

For further information, contact your local school or Pupil Services:

Garrett County Public Schools

Student Services Department

40 South Second Street

Oakland, MD 21550

301.334.8926

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

In accordance with state and federal laws, and the policies of the Board of Education, Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, age, religion, disability, genetics, ancestry/national origin, marital status, sex, gender identity, or sexual orientation in matters affecting employment or in providing educational programs and services, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. GCPS operates equal opportunity programs for students and staff. The Board of Education of Garrett County is an equal opportunity employer.

Employee inquiries or complaints regarding discrimination or Title IX issues such as gender equity, sexual harassment and sexual discrimination should be directed to Dr. Jane Wildesen, Director of Human Resources, jane.wildesen@garrettcountyschools.org or 301-334-8903.

Student or parent inquiries or complaints regarding discrimination or Title IX issues such as gender equity, sexual harassment and sexual discrimination should be directed to John Hummel, Director of Student Services, john.hummel@garrettcountyschools.org or 301-334-8938.

Inquiries regarding ADA and Section 504 should be directed to Dr. Chelsie Manges, Director of Special Education, chelsie.manges@garrettcountyschools.org or 301-334-7657.

Inquiries regarding Title II should be directed to Dr. Jane Wildesen, Director of Human Resources, jane.wildesen@garrettcountyschools.org or 301-334-8903.

Inquiries may also be addressed in writing to the appropriate office at

Garrett County Public Schools
40 South Second Street
Oakland, MD 21550

External Agencies U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
1-800-669-4000 1-800-669-6820 (TTY for Deaf/Hard of Hearing callers only)
1-844-234-5122 (ASL Video Phone for Deaf/Hard of Hearing callers only)

Maryland Commission on Civil Rights (MCCR) 410.767.8600 (Español-marque el 2), 1.800.637.6247 Maryland Relay 7-1-1

U.S. Department of Education (OCR) Office for Civil Rights 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202 (202) 401-2000 1-800-872-5327 Fax: 202-453-6012; TDD: 800-877-8339