Interdistrict Outgoing Permit Information
This permit is for families who reside within LVUSD
boundaries and wish to attend a school outside of the
Las Virgenes Unified School District.
How do I apply for an Interdistrict Outgoing Permit?
- Fill out a 24-25Interdistrict Outgoing Permit HEREstarting October 1st.
- Submit required documents, if applicable.
- Wait for a decision from LVUSD. Decisions are released by March 15th.
- If approved, contact the requested district for any additional information regarding their permit process.
Interdistrict Outgoing Permit - FAQs
- What is an Interdistrict Outgoing Permit?
- How do I apply for an Interdistrict Outgoing Permit?
- When can we submit our Interdistrict Outgoing Permit Application?
- What reasons do you consider for accepting applications?
- Who should submit documents for an Interdistrict Outgoing Permit?
- What documentation should be submitted when applying?
- Where should documentation be submitted?
- How do we know if our student has been accepted?
- Do we need to reapply for Interdistrict Outgoing Transfer every school year?
- Does the requested district require an LVUSD release in order to proceed with them?
- How do I fix my application if I make an error?
- Interdistrict Outgoing Appeal Process
The LVUSD traditional permit timeline for the upcoming 24-25 school year starts October 1st.
Requests received after March 1st will be reviewed and/or processed on a case by case basis.
Interdistrict Outgoing Attendance Board Policies: Interdistrict Outgoing permit requests will be processed within 30 calendar days for the current school year, or within 14 days of the start of instruction for a future school year.
What is an Interdistrict Outgoing Permit?
This permit is for families who reside within LVUSD boundaries and wish to attend a school outside of the Las Virgenes Unified School District.
How do I apply for an Interdistrict Outgoing Permit?
Applications will be open from October 1st through March 1st. Follow the steps on the Interdistrict Outgoing Permit application.
When can we submit our Interdistrict Outgoing Permit Application?
Permit applications open October 1st for the 2024-2025 school year. Applications submitted after the deadline will be reviewed and/or processed on a case by case basis.
What reasons do you consider for accepting applications?
We consider parent employment(minimum 15 hours per week) within school boundaries, sibling currently enrolled, specialized program and continuing education. Other reasons are considered on a case by case basis.
Who should submit documents for an Interdistrict Outgoing Permit?
All Students who are interested in applying and wish to attend a school outside of the Las Virgenes Unified School District.
What documentation should be submitted when applying?
Follow the steps on the Interdistrict Outgoing application request and email the documents within 15 days.
Please include your Permit Request Number on ALL communication sent to the District.
Please bear in mind that Out-of-District permits will only be processed for the following reasons:
- If using Employment: please provide employment information. Three months proof of payment (pay stub) and a letter on the employer’s letterhead verifying schedule (hours and days) and location of employment (a minimum of 15 hours per week is required);
OR If self-employed, send all that apply: an office lease, a letter on business letterhead verifying location of employment, a copy of a valid current business license (not applicable for the City of Calabasas) and/or the following: business card, website link, 1099, W2 or tax registration certificate.
- If using Sibling: please provide a copy of sibling’s current and last year's report card.
- If using Continuing Enrollment/Education: please provide proof of attendance in current school.
If using a Specialized Program: please submit a detailed letter outlining the reason for your departure. Please include explicit details about the specialized program course not offered by LVUSD. This should include a detailed written comparison between the two schools that includes website links.(Example: Course details, website, brochure)This will help in the consideration of your request.Approvals will be contingent upon proof of enrollment in specialized programs.
Where should documentation be submitted?
Please email all requested documentation with your permit request number to permitinfo@lvusd.org.
How do we know if our student has been accepted?
Please review the Decision and Deadlines drop down. Families will receive an email with the status of your application. Applications received after the deadline will be processed on a case by case basis.
If approved for a release, a copy of your signed permit will be sent to you and the requested district. Being released from LVUSD does not guarantee acceptance into your requested district.
Applications submitted for the current school year will be processed within 30 days. Applications submitted for an upcoming school year will be processed within 14 days of the start of instruction for that school year.
Do we need to reapply for Interdistrict Outgoing Transfer every school year?
Check with your new home district.
LVUSD does not require a new request. Once approved and released, a student may remain at the approved school through the highest grade level at that school. Unless there is a change in status, which may include changing your home address.
Does the requested district require an LVUSD release in order to proceed with them?
No. The requested district should be able to simultaneously work on your incoming request, while you are waiting on the decision from LVUSD.
How do I fix my application if I make an error?
We will fix it for you. Email permitinfo@lvusd.organd we will update your application request. You do not need to submit another request.
Interdistrict Outgoing Appeal Process
If your Interdistrict Outgoing application was denied, there is an option to appeal the decision.
- Interdistrict Outgoing Application Notes
Interdistrict Outgoing Application Notes
- If you choose to return to your home school, please notify the permit office at both districts of your decision.
- Home to school transportation is the responsibility of the parent/guardian and LVUSD does not provide out of district transportation.
- LVUSD will not be responsible for excess costs incurred for special education services, unless specifically contracted for outside this permit.
Questions:
If you have questions or concerns, please email:permitinfo@lvusd.org
