Registration
To register your student, click on the appropriate description below to find specific registration information.
- Current MISD Students Residing in Muenster ISD School District
- New Students Residing in Muenster ISD School District
- New Transfer Students & Current Transfer Students
Current MISD Students Residing in Muenster ISD School District
Muenster ISD Registration
Follow the steps below to register a current MISD student. We look forward to another amazing year with your child!
Step 1: Is your student a Transfer into Muenster ISD?
- If yes, please close this tab and open the tab labeled New Transfer Students & Current Transfer Students.
- If no, proceed to Step 2 below.
Step 2: Access Ascender Parent Portal (Click here & login to your Ascender Parent Portal Account)
* If you do not have an Ascender Parent Portal account,
- Contact your child's school to get the parent portal ID as you cannot register a current student without it.
- On Login page, click Create Account.
- Enter email address and mobile number.
- Set up a security question.
- Log on.
- Verify email address.
Step 3: Register Student on Ascender Parent Portal.
- From the Summary Page, click Registration.
- Click Start Registration.
- Complete all forms. There are several types of forms:
View Only - Click Next Form to confirm that you have viewed the form.
Download - Click Download Attached Document.
Review and Update - Add or change data as needed.
Contacts - Click Add User to add a new contact.
- Click Next Form until you have updated and reviewed all forms.
- Once finished, click Finish and Submit.
Step 4: If you are living with a relative or friend in the MISD attendance zone, an affidavit must be completed, notarized and returned to the school office along with a current utility bill. The homeowner's name listed on the affidavit must match the name on the utility bill. See more details on proof of residency on see more details on proof of residency at the top of this page.
As a reminder, our district has added the ability to complete all student registrations online. This added benefit will prevent the abundance of paperwork being sent home with your child during the first week of school. Names, addresses and other personal information will be filled in automatically, decreasing the time required to complete these required forms. If you have any changes to phone numbers or addresses, please make those updates as you are registering for the new year. It is imperative that we have correct contact information for each student.
If you have questions, please contact:
Tonia Hofbauer, 940-759-2281 ext. 641
Email: tonia.hofbauer@muensterisd.org
New Students Residing in Muenster ISD School District
Follow all the steps below to register a new student. We are so glad you are choosing to enroll at Muenster ISD!
Step 1: Is your student a Transfer into Muenster ISD?
- If yes, please close this tab and open the tab labeled New Transfer Students & Current Transfer Students.
- If no, proceed to Step 2 below.
Step 2: Fill out the New Student Enrollment Form.
Step 3: Access Ascender Parent Portal (Click here to login or create Ascender Parent Portal Account)
* If you do not have an Ascender Parent Portal account,
- On the Login page, click Create Account.
- Enter your email address and mobile number.
- Set up a security question.
- Log on.
- Verify your email address.
Step 4: Complete Student Registration on Ascender Parent Portal.
- From the My Account Page, click Enroll a New Student.
- Complete New Student Enrollment.
- Enter full name.
- Enter address and contact information.
- Enter student information.
- Upload required documents.
- Complete enrollment forms.
- Once complete, click Enroll Student to submit.
Step 5: Provide Proof of Residency
*More information on our Pre-K program can be found at https://www.muensterisd.net/campuses/muenster-elementary-school/pre-kindergarten-program
*See immunization requirements on the tab on this webpage below.
PRE-KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION
Pre-Kindergarten registration for Muenster ISD will begin April 1, 2025. Registration will be completed online on MISD’s website: www.muensterisd.net. Children must be four years old by September 1, 2025. As part of the enrollment process, you will be required to upload the following documents: a copy of the child’s immunization records, social security card, birth certificate, and proof of residency. These items must be received by Terri Barrett, Administrative Assistant of Muenster Elementary, in order for your child’s registration to be complete.
If you have questions regarding Muenster ISD Pre-K, please contact the Elementary school office, 759-2281, Elementary: ext. 621 or email Debra Sicking (dsicking@muensterisd.org).
Parents who wish to transfer their children into the Muenster Independent School District must complete the transfer application located on the school website: www.muensterisd.net. Transfer requests are reviewed and approved/disapproved by the campus transfer committee. For more information, contact Tonia Hofbauer at (940)759-2281, extension 641.
REGISTRO DE PRE-KINDERGARTEN
La inscripción de prejardín de infantes para Muenster ISD se realizará la semana del 1 de abril de 2025. La inscripción se completará en línea en el sitio web de MISD: www.muensterisd.net. Los niños deben tener cuatro años antes del 1 de septiembre de 2025. Como parte del proceso de inscripción, se le solicitará que cargue los siguientes documentos: una copia de los registros de vacunación del niño, tarjeta de seguro social, certificado de nacimiento y comprobante de residencia. Estos artículos deben ser recibidos por Terri Barrett, Asistente Administrativa de la Primaria Muenster, para que se complete el registro de su hijo.
Los padres que deseen transferir a sus hijos al Distrito Escolar Independiente de Münster deben completar la solicitud de transferencia ubicada en el sitio web de la escuela: www.muensterisd.net. Las solicitudes de transferencia son revisadas y aprobadas / desaprobadas por el comité de transferencia del campus. Para más información llame a Tonia Hofbauer al (940) 759-2281, extensión 641.
KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION
Kindergarten registration for students new to Muenster ISD will begin April 1, 2025. Registration will be completed online on MISD’s website: www.muensterisd.net. Children must be five years old by September 1, 2025. As part of the enrollment process, you will be required to upload the following documents: a copy of the child’s immunization records, social security card, birth certificate, and proof of residency. These items must be received by Terri Barrett, Administrative Assistant of Muenster Elementary, in order for your child’s registration to be complete.
If you have questions regarding Muenster ISD Kindergarten, please contact the Elementary school office, 759-2281, Elementary: ext. 621 or email Debra Sicking (dsicking@muensterisd.org).
Parents who wish to transfer their children to the Muenster Independent School District must complete the transfer application located on the school website: www.muensterisd.net. Transfer requests are reviewed and approved/disapproved by the campus transfer committee. For more information, Tonia Hofbauer at (940)759-2281, extension 641.
REGISTRO DE KINDERGARTEN
La inscripción en kindergarten para estudiantes nuevos en Muenster ISD ocurrirá la semana de
1 de abril de 2024. La inscripción se completará en línea en el sitio web de MISD: www.muensterisd.net. Los niños deben tener cuatro años antes del 1 de septiembre de 2024. Como parte del proceso de inscripción, se le solicitará que cargue los siguientes documentos: una copia de los registros de vacunación del niño, tarjeta de seguro social, certificado de nacimiento y comprobante de residencia. Estos artículos deben ser recibidos por Terri Barrett, Asistente Administrativa de la Primaria Muenster, para que se complete el registro de su hijo.
Los padres que deseen transferir a sus hijos al Distrito Escolar Independiente de Münster deben completar la solicitud de transferencia ubicada en el sitio web de la escuela: www.muensterisd.net. Las solicitudes de transferencia son revisadas y aprobadas / desaprobadas por el comité de transferencia del campus. Para más información llame a Tonia Hofbauer al (940) 759-2281, extensión 641.
New Transfer Students & Current Transfer Students
Transfer applications for new and returning students are being accepted now. To be considered for transfer approval to attend Muenster ISD, applicants must follow the procedure outlined below.
NOTE: Returning transfer students should only complete Steps 1,2, 3 & 4. New transfer students should complete Steps 1,2,3, 4 & 5.
Step 1: Complete the Transfer Application Form.
Step 2: Is this registration for a student who will be new to Muenster ISD?
- Yes, please fill out the New Student Enrollment Form.
- No, please continue to Step 3.
Step 3: Access Ascender Parent Portal (Click here to login or create Ascender Parent Portal Account)
* If you do not have an Ascender Parent Portal account,
- On Login page, click Create Account.
- Enter email address and mobile number.
- Set up a security question.
- Log on.
- Verify email address.
Step 4: Complete Student Registration on Ascender Parent Portal.
- From the My Account Page, click Enroll a New Student.
- Complete New Student Enrollment.
- Enter full name.
- Enter address and contact information.
- Enter student information.
- Upload required documents.
- Complete enrollment forms.
- Once complete, click Enroll Student to submit.
Step 5: Provide the information listed below with the application.
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- An attendance record which covers at least the preceding school year.
- A cumulative grade record of all school years, subjects, and courses. This record should include the results of all state assessments.
- A current immunization record.
- A list of the extracurricular activities in which the student is or has been involved.
- A discipline report signed by the home district principal indicating any disciplinary actions taken relative to the student. If no disciplinary actions have been taken, the report should indicate this.
- A letter of reference from the home district. This letter may be from a faculty member or administrator.
Applicants will be submitted for approval/disapproval to the respective campus transfer committees.
These forms along with any required documentation from the information page should be submitted to:
Muenster ISD, Tonia Hofbauer
P.O. Box 608, Muenster, TX 76252
scan & email tonia.hofbauer@muensterisd.org
Muenster ISD is pleased to have the opportunity to serve your educational needs. At MISD, we love, accept, respect, and inspire students! We also have high expectations of all students. There are three areas in which MISD is not flexible with regards to transfer students: academic performance, attendance, and disciplinary actions.
Students must be successful in the classroom and make acceptable academic progress. If a student should make a failing grade in a six week period, the student will be placed on academic probation. Should a second failing grade be earned, the student’s transfer may be revoked in the following year. In addition to the minimum grade requirement, any transfer student that does not complete assigned work in a timely manner may be subject to transfer revocation.
A transfer student shall be permitted up to five (5) absences in a school year without any disciplinary action. A physician or parent note must accompany any absence thereafter in addition to the phone call made to the school office on the date of the absence. Extenuating circumstances will be taken into consideration in regards to further absences and will be at the discretion of the administration of MISD. Transfer revocation based upon failure to attend school will follow a meeting with the administration.
A transfer student involved in any major violation or several minor violations will be subject to transfer revocation.
All cases are reviewed on an individual basis.
ONCE APPROVED FOR THE SCHOOL YEAR:
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Withdrawing from Muenster ISD during the year your student`s transfer was accepted, will nullify the approval status for your student the remainder of the school year.
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Failure to attend the first day of instruction; will nullify acceptance for the entire school year in which the student was approved.
*More information on our Pre-K program can be found at https://www.muensterisd.net/campuses/muenster-elementary-school/pre-kindergarten-program
*See immunization requirements on the tab on this webpage below.
PRE-KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION
Pre-Kindergarten registration for Muenster ISD will begin April 1, 2025. Registration will be completed online on MISD’s website: www.muensterisd.net. Children must be four years old by September 1, 2025. As part of the enrollment process, you will be required to upload the following documents: a copy of the child’s immunization records, social security card, birth certificate, and proof of residency. These items must be received by Terri Barrett, Administrative Assistant of Muenster Elementary, in order for your child’s registration to be complete.
If you have questions regarding Muenster ISD Pre-K, please contact the Elementary school office, 759-2281, Elementary: ext. 621 or email Debra Sicking (dsicking@muensterisd.org).
Parents who wish to transfer their children into the Muenster Independent School District must complete the transfer application located on the school website: www.muensterisd.net. Transfer requests are reviewed and approved/disapproved by the campus transfer committee. For more information, contact Tonia Hofbauer at (940)759-2281, extension 641.
REGISTRO DE PRE-KINDERGARTEN
La inscripción de prejardín de infantes para Muenster ISD se realizará la semana del 1 de abril de 2025. La inscripción se completará en línea en el sitio web de MISD: www.muensterisd.net. Los niños deben tener cuatro años antes del 1 de septiembre de 2025. Como parte del proceso de inscripción, se le solicitará que cargue los siguientes documentos: una copia de los registros de vacunación del niño, tarjeta de seguro social, certificado de nacimiento y comprobante de residencia. Estos artículos deben ser recibidos por Terri Barrett, Asistente Administrativa de la Primaria Muenster, para que se complete el registro de su hijo.
Los padres que deseen transferir a sus hijos al Distrito Escolar Independiente de Münster deben completar la solicitud de transferencia ubicada en el sitio web de la escuela: www.muensterisd.net. Las solicitudes de transferencia son revisadas y aprobadas / desaprobadas por el comité de transferencia del campus. Para más información llame a Tonia Hofbauer al (940) 759-2281, extensión 641.
KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION
Kindergarten registration for students new to Muenster ISD will begin April 1, 2025. Registration will be completed online on MISD’s website: www.muensterisd.net. Children must be five years old by September 1, 2025. As part of the enrollment process, you will be required to upload the following documents: a copy of the child’s immunization records, social security card, birth certificate, and proof of residency. These items must be received by Terri Barrett, Administrative Assistant of Muenster Elementary, in order for your child’s registration to be complete.
If you have questions regarding Muenster ISD Kindergarten, please contact the Elementary school office, 759-2281, Elementary: ext. 621 or email Debra Sicking (dsicking@muensterisd.org).
Parents who wish to transfer their children to the Muenster Independent School District must complete the transfer application located on the school website: www.muensterisd.net. Transfer requests are reviewed and approved/disapproved by the campus transfer committee. For more information, Tonia Hofbauer at (940)759-2281, extension 641.
REGISTRO DE KINDERGARTEN
La inscripción en kindergarten para estudiantes nuevos en Muenster ISD ocurrirá la semana de
1 de abril de 2024. La inscripción se completará en línea en el sitio web de MISD: www.muensterisd.net. Los niños deben tener cuatro años antes del 1 de septiembre de 2024. Como parte del proceso de inscripción, se le solicitará que cargue los siguientes documentos: una copia de los registros de vacunación del niño, tarjeta de seguro social, certificado de nacimiento y comprobante de residencia. Estos artículos deben ser recibidos por Terri Barrett, Asistente Administrativa de la Primaria Muenster, para que se complete el registro de su hijo.
Los padres que deseen transferir a sus hijos al Distrito Escolar Independiente de Münster deben completar la solicitud de transferencia ubicada en el sitio web de la escuela: www.muensterisd.net. Las solicitudes de transferencia son revisadas y aprobadas / desaprobadas por el comité de transferencia del campus. Para más información llame a Tonia Hofbauer al (940) 759-2281, extensión 641.
Other Important Registration Information For New Students, Current Students, & Transfer Students
Free and Reduced Meal Application
Immunization Requirements
Proof of Residency
Muenster ISD requires families provide proof of residency each year in the annual registration process. All MISD campuses will utilize an online form for parents and guardians to submit one of the accepted documents. This program is intended to reduce paper waste, improve accuracy and save time for both parents and campus staff.
If you have more than one student attending MISD, you will need to submit proof of residency for each student individually. Once submitted, your proof of residency will be reviewed by campus staff to verify it meets one of the requirements listed below. If it is not accepted, you will be contacted for further information.
Proof of Residency can be uploaded during the registration process in Ascender. While the electronic process is preferred, MISD campuses will continue to accept proof of residency in-person. Please contact the campus office directly for alternate submission options.
Please note the enrollment process will not be complete until this documentation has been received. Students will not be placed on a class list or receive course enrollment information until it has been provided. Students who are unable to produce documentation to verify residency in the Muenster ISD may not be able to attend a Muenster ISD school and will be subject to withdrawal. Residence requires living in the district and having the present intention to remain there.
Please refer to the Proof of Residence Guardian FAQs for further assistance.
Presenting a false record or falsifying records is an offense under Section 37.10, Penal code, and enrollment of the child under false documents subjects the person to liability for tuition or other costs. TEC Sec. 25.002(3)(d).
- A copy of a current (current or previous month) utility bill (electric, gas or water) which shows the current usage and physical address of the property of residence.
- A current lease showing the date of occupancy, address of residence, signature of lessee and signature of lessor (valid for 30 days until a utility bill is available).
- If you have recently purchased your home, a copy of the closing papers will suffice until a utility bill is available to reproduce (within 30 days).
- If you contract to build a home, you must provide a contract or letter from the builder on official letterhead showing a projected closing date during the school year of enrollment, builder's signature, physical street address and the names of the buyers.
- If you are living with a relative or friend in the MISD attendance zone, an affidavit must be completed, notarized and returned to the school office along with a current utility bill. The homeowner's name listed on the affidavit must match the name on the utility bill.
- Students living apart from parents—Refer to Policy FD (LEGAL) and FD (LOCAL).
Home Language Survey
Home Language Survey (printable PDF)
19 TAC §89.1215(b), to be effective August 9, 2023, states school districts shall administer a home language survey, translated into the primary language whenever possible, and shall ask the three questions listed below:
- What language(s) is/are used in the child’s home most of the time?
- What language(s) does the child use most of the time?
- If the child had a previous home setting, what language(s) was/were used for communication in that home setting? If no previous home setting, answer Not Applicable (N/A).
Texas Education Agency (TEA) produced form provides translations in multiple languages.
These changes apply only for surveys administered to parents of students enrolling on or after August 9, 2023.