Enrollment Services
Find Your Path in Osseo Area Schools
Your child’s hopes and dreams mean the world to you. They mean the world to us, too, which is why our mission is all about your child. We exist to help children achieve their dreams, whatever they may be.
From your child’s first early childhood experience until high school graduation, Osseo Area Schools offers exceptional opportunities for your child to thrive; multiple forms of support for your child’s educational and life journey; and partnerships that open doors to amazing learning.
We look forward to welcoming your child to Osseo Area Schools!
Interested in kindergarten?
Visit our first ever virtual Kindergarten Information Fair!
Main Contact
Enrollment Center
7051 Brooklyn Boulevard
Brooklyn Center, MN 55429
EnrollmentCenter@district279.org
763-585-7350
763-585-7368 (fax)
Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (Monday - Friday)
I live in District 279's boundary and want to enroll my student in their attendance area school
Prekindergarten
Our prekindergarten programs set children up for success in kindergarten while offering choices for busy families.
Prekindergarten opportunities feature hands-on learning and thoughtful, developmentally appropriate curriculum that will prepare your child for success in kindergarten and beyond. Small class sizes mean your child will receive personal attention from our highly trained and caring teaching staff.
Is your child under four years old? Consider our outstanding Early Childhood offerings.
Need help deciding which prekindergarten program is right for you? Give us a call at 763-391-8777. We're happy to assist!
State-Funded Free Prekindergarten
*Must be at least 4 years old by September 1
Children receive personal attention from highly trained and caring staff in small class sizes led by a licensed teacher and a paraprofessional. This program is offered as a half-day, every day option at the following elementary schools: Birch Grove, Crest View, Edinbrook, Fair Oaks, Garden City, Palmer Lake, Park Brook and Zanewood STEAM. An application is required.
Application Process
If you wish to apply for a tuition-free prekindergarten school, please follow these steps:
- Determine your attendance area school by using the school finder.
- Fill out the application and submit it to the Enrollment Center via:
- Email: EnrollmentCenter@district279.org
- Fax: 763-585-7368
- U.S. mail: Osseo Enrollment Center, 7051 Brooklyn Blvd., Brooklyn Center, MN 55429
- In person: Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Lobby drop box: only available during non-business hours
- Schedule your child’s Early Childhood screening (call 763-391-8777 or schedule online).
- The Enrollment Center will contact you to confirm whether your application has been approved, at which time you will be sent enrollment paperwork.
Fee-Based Prekindergarten
*For children ages 3 to 5
Fee-based prekindergarten programs provide play-based learning in the areas of literacy (talking, listening, writing), math, science, motor development and movement, creative arts, and more. These Parent Aware 4 Star-rated programs are available at some, but not all, of our elementary schools.
Four Star Express: Pre-K + Child Care
*Must be at least 4 years old
Four Star Express offers prekindergarten combined with child care. The program is open Monday through Friday and most non-school days, with students arriving as early as 6:30 a.m. and leaving as late as 6 p.m. The program is available at some, but not all, of our elementary schools.
Kindergarten
We know kindergarten is a momentous step in your child’s life. That’s why we offer a student-centered program taught by experienced staff who love children and are dedicated to helping your child succeed in school. In our kindergarten classes, your child will develop academic, creative problem solving, and social skills that will prepare them to excel in first grade.
The Kindergarten Enrollment Process
STEP 1: Learn about your options
- The Kindergarten Information Fair is going virtual this year! Join us online to learn more about kindergarten in Osseo Area Schools. Students will love participating in interactive activities with their future teachers, and families will leave confident about the application process and important deadlines.
Visit the Kindergarten Information Fair
- Explore our magnet school options at Birch Grove School for the Arts, Weaver Lake: A Science, Math and Technology School and Zanewood Community School: A Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math School.
- To qualify for enrollment into Kindergarten your child must turn 5 on or by Sept. 1 of the school year desired. Children who turn age 5 between Sept. 2 and Nov. 1 of the school year desired are eligible to apply for Early Entrance to Kindergarten (this application deadline is April 15).
View the Early Entrance to Kindergarten Application Guide
STEP 2: Prepare enrollment materials
- Schedule your child’s Early Childhood screening (call 763-391-8777 or schedule online).
- Complete and return the enrollment packet and required checklist documents (mailed in late November to all households in our database) to the Enrollment Center. If you did not receive an enrollment packet, please request a Kindergarten Information Fair kit or download the forms.
- Required documents needed when enrolling
- Proofs of Residency (two forms)
- Photo ID of Parent/legal guardian
- Birth Certificate or Passport
- Updated child’s required immunizations
Submit the enrollment forms in one of the following ways:
- Email: EnrollmentCenter@district279.org
- Fax: 763-585-7368
- U.S. mail: Osseo Enrollment Center, 7051 Brooklyn Blvd., Brooklyn Center, MN 55429
- In person: Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Lobby drop box: only available during non-business hours
STEP 3: Help your child prepare for school
- Watch for welcome event information in the spring.
- Spend the summer reading to your child.
- Review our goals for children prior to kindergarten.
- Watch for open house and transportation information mailed to your house in August.
Grades 1-12
We look forward to welcoming your child to Osseo Area Schools!
Please prepare enrollment materials and gather required documents.
Required documents needed when enrolling:
- Proofs of residency (two forms)
- Photo ID of parent/legal guardian
- Updated child’s required immunizations
The Enrollment Process
Submit the enrollment forms in one of the following ways:
- Email: EnrollmentCenter@district279.org
- Fax: 763-585-7368
- U.S. mail: Osseo Enrollment Center, 7051 Brooklyn Blvd., Brooklyn Center, MN 55429
- In person: Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Lobby drop box: only available during non-business hours
I live in District 279's boundary and want my student to attend a school other than their attendance area school (in-district transfer)
Prekindergarten
Our prekindergarten programs set children up for success in kindergarten while offering choices for busy families.
Prekindergarten opportunities feature hands-on learning and thoughtful, developmentally appropriate curriculum that will prepare your child for success in kindergarten and beyond. Small class sizes mean your child will receive personal attention from our highly trained and caring teaching staff.
Is your child under four years old? Consider our outstanding Early Childhood offerings.
Need help deciding which prekindergarten program is right for you? Give us a call at 763-391-8777. We're happy to assist!
State-Funded Free Prekindergarten
*Must be at least 4 years old by September 1
Children receive personal attention from highly trained and caring staff in small class sizes led by a licensed teacher and a paraprofessional. This program is offered as a half-day, every day option at the following elementary schools: Birch Grove, Crest View, Edinbrook, Fair Oaks, Garden City, Palmer Lake, Park Brook and Zanewood STEAM. An application is required.
Application Process
If you wish to apply for a tuition-free prekindergarten school, please fill out the application. The Enrollment Center will contact you to confirm whether your application has been approved, at which time you will be sent enrollment paperwork.
Fee-Based Prekindergarten
*For children ages 3 to 5
Fee-based prekindergarten programs provide play-based learning in the areas of literacy (talking, listening, writing), math, science, motor development and movement, creative arts, and more. These Parent Aware 4 Star-rated programs are available at some, but not all, of our elementary schools.
Four Star Express: Pre-K + Child Care
*Must be at least 4 years old
Four Star Express offers prekindergarten combined with child care. The program is open Monday through Friday and most non-school days, with students arriving as early as 6:30 a.m. and leaving as late as 6 p.m. The program is available at some, but not all, of our elementary schools.
Grades K-12
Before you begin the application process, please verify your student’s resident school district and assigned attendance area school. Students who wish to attend Osseo Area Learning Center (OALC) should contact that school directly.
Schools Currently Closed to In-District Transfers: Osseo Area Schools is not approving in-district transfers to Fernbrook Elementary , Rice Lake Elementary or Maple Grove Senior High due to capacity concerns. However, families are still welcome to submit applications to be placed on a waitlist.
If you live in District 279 and you would like your child to attend a school other than their assigned attendance area school, you must complete the In-District Transfer Application.
Once you have submitted the in-district transfer application, the Enrollment Center staff will notify you if your child is approved. At that time, please complete the appropriate enrollment packet and submit it to the Enrollment Center along with required documents. Please do not submit an enrollment packet until you have been notified that your application was approved.
If you are not already enrolled in District 279, fill out this enrollment packet:
If you are already enrolled in District 279, fill out this enrollment packet:
I live outside of the district boundary and want to enroll my student in a 279 school (open enrollment)
Prekindergarten
Our prekindergarten programs set children up for success in kindergarten while offering choices for busy families.
Prekindergarten opportunities feature hands-on learning and thoughtful, developmentally appropriate curriculum that will prepare your child for success in kindergarten and beyond. Small class sizes mean your child will receive personal attention from our highly trained and caring teaching staff.
Is your child under four years old? Consider our outstanding Early Childhood offerings.
Need help deciding which prekindergarten program is right for you? Give us a call at 763-391-8777. We're happy to assist!
State-Funded Free Prekindergarten
*Must be at least 4 years old by September 1
Children receive personal attention from highly trained and caring staff in small class sizes led by a licensed teacher and a paraprofessional. This program is offered as a half-day, every day option at the following elementary schools: Birch Grove, Crest View, Edinbrook, Fair Oaks, Garden City, Palmer Lake, Park Brook and Zanewood STEAM. An application is required.
Application Process
If you wish to apply for a tuition-free prekindergarten school, please fill out the application below. The Enrollment Center will contact you to confirm whether your application has been approved, at which time you will be sent enrollment paperwork.
Fee-Based Prekindergarten
*For children ages 3 to 5
Fee-based prekindergarten programs provide play-based learning in the areas of literacy (talking, listening, writing), math, science, motor development and movement, creative arts, and more. These Parent Aware 4 Star-rated programs are available at some, but not all, of our elementary schools.
Four Star Express: Pre-K + Child Care
*Must be at least 4 years old
Four Star Express offers prekindergarten combined with child care. The program is open Monday through Friday and most non-school days, with students arriving as early as 6:30 a.m. and leaving as late as 6 p.m. The program is available at some, but not all, of our elementary schools.
Kindergarten
We know kindergarten is a momentous step in your child’s life. That’s why we offer a student-centered program taught by experienced staff who love children and are dedicated to helping your child succeed in school. In our kindergarten classes, your child will develop academic, creative problem solving, and social skills that will prepare them to excel in first grade.
The Kindergarten Enrollment Process
STEP 1: Learn about your options
- The Kindergarten Information Fair is going virtual this year! Join us online to learn more about kindergarten in Osseo Area Schools. Students will love participating in interactive activities with their future teachers, and families will leave confident about the application process and important deadlines.
Visit the Kindergarten Information Fair
- Explore our magnet school options at Birch Grove School for the Arts, Weaver Lake: A Science, Math and Technology School and Zanewood Community School: A Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math School
- To qualify for enrollment into Kindergarten your child must turn 5 on or by Sept. 1 of the school year desired. Children who turn age 5 between Sept. 2 and Nov. 1 of the school year desired are eligible to apply for Early Entrance to Kindergarten (this application deadline is April 15).
View the Early Entrance to Kindergarten Application Guide
Schools Currently Closed to Open Enrollment: Osseo Area Schools is not approving open enrollment applications at Fernbrook Elementary and Rice Lake Elementary due to capacity concerns. However, families are still welcome to submit applications to be placed on a waitlist.
STEP 2: Prepare OPEN ENROLLMENT APPLICATION
Complete and return the Open Enrollment application to the Enrollment Center.
2020-2021 Open Enrollment Application
2021-2022 Open Enrollment Application
Submit the application in one of the following ways:
- Email: EnrollmentCenter@district279.org
- Fax: 763-585-7368
- U.S. mail: Osseo Enrollment Center, 7051 Brooklyn Blvd., Brooklyn Center, MN 55429
- In person: Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Lobby drop box: only available during non-business hours
STEP 3: PREPARE ENROLLMENT PACKET
Once you have submitted the open enrollment application, the Enrollment Center staff will notify you if your child's application is approved. At that time, please complete the appropriate enrollment packet and submit it to the Enrollment Center along with required documents. Please do not submit an enrollment packet until you have been notified that your application was approved.
The following documents will need to be presented when you enroll your child:
- Proofs of Residency (two forms)
- Photo ID of Parent/legal guardian
- Birth Certificate or Passport
- Updated child’s required immunizations
STEP 4: Help your child prepare for school
- Watch for welcome event information in the spring.
- Spend the summer reading to your child.
- Review our goals for children prior to kindergarten.
- Watch for open house and transportation information mailed to your house in August.
Grades 1-12
We look forward to welcoming your child to Osseo Area Schools!
Schools Currently Closed to Open Enrollment: Osseo Area Schools is not approving open enrollment applications at Fernbrook Elementary, Rice Lake Elementary or Maple Grove Senior High due to capacity concerns. However, families are still welcome to submit applications to be placed on a waitlist.
Interested in a school with a thematic (arts, STEM, STEAM, International Baccalaureate, health science) focus? Learn about our magnet schools and how to apply.
The Enrollment Process
Please begin by submitting the Open Enrollment Application. Once you have submitted this application, the Enrollment Center staff will notify you if your child is approved. At that time, please complete the enrollment packet below and submit it to the Enrollment Center along with required documents. Please do not submit an enrollment packet until you have been notified that your application has been approved.
Once you have received notice from the Enrollment Center that your application has been approved, please prepare enrollment materials. To enroll, you will need to have access to these required documents:
- Proofs of residency (two forms)
- Photo ID of parent/legal guardian
- Updated child’s required immunizations
Submit the enrollment forms in one of the following ways:
- Email: EnrollmentCenter@district279.org
- Fax: 763-585-7368
- U.S. mail: Osseo Enrollment Center, 7051 Brooklyn Blvd., Brooklyn Center, MN 55429
- In person: Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Lobby drop box: only available during non-business hours
I am interested in District 279's online, magnet or alternative learning opportunities
Online learning opportunities
279 Online (2021-2022 school year)
District 279 is excited to announce a brand new 100% virtual learning K-12 school, 279 Online! 279 Online will be an ongoing school choice option for students in our district who thrive in 100% remote learning. Learn more and apply online by Jan. 15, 2021 for priority consideration. Applications received after Jan. 15 will be considered as received based on availability.
Transferring into the Distance Learning Academy (2020-2021 school year only)
If you have a health accommodation or are enrolling as a new (not returning) student
- Submit your application to the Enrollment Center: enrollmentcenter@district279.org; 763-585-7350.
- Students who are new to the district or seeking a health accommodation will be admitted to the DLA as space permits.
If you are already enrolled in Osseo Area Schools and do not have a health accommodation
- The application to be considered for admission to DLA for Trimester III has passed.
If you have general (non-enrollment-related) questions about the Distance Learning Academy, please email dla@district279.org or call 763-391-8670.
Magnet schools
Magnet schools allow students to deepen their learning in special focus areas. For families who live within the boundaries of the Northwest Suburban Integration School District (NWSISD), applications are routed through that organization rather than through the Osseo Area Schools Enrollment Center.
- At Birch Grove Elementary School for the Arts, fine arts, dance, drama, and music are woven into all core subject areas.
- At Weaver Lake Elementary: A Science, Math & Technology School, students discover the scientists in themselves through inquiry-based, hands-on classroom science and math activities, using current technology and equipment for collecting and analyzing data.
- At Zanewood Community School: A Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math School, science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) concepts are woven throughout the entire curriculum at every grade level (including prekindergarten).
- Brooklyn Middle STEAM School, students are given authentic, real-world experiences with STEAM coursework while practicing with scientists, engineers, mathematicians, musicians, artists and technical professionals.
- Osseo Senior High students can explore and prepare for successful health care careers via the Health Science Magnet Program.
- Park Center Senior High offers the challenging International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, recognized worldwide for preparing students for success at university and in life beyond.
Ready to apply? First, determine whether you live in the Northwest Suburban Integration School District (NWSISD).
If you live in the NWSISD:
If you live outside of the NWSISD:
Alternative high school program
Osseo Area Learning Center (OALC) serves students in grades 9-12 and offers an alternative high school program for those whose learning needs are better met in a non-traditional high school setting. OALC enrolls students in grades 9-12 through an application process. Students who currently attend a District 279 high school may also request an application or more information from their school's counseling office.
I need to submit a change of address or need other resources
Change of address
Please complete the necessary forms for each student who has had a change of address.
Required Documents
- Change of address enrollment packet
- Proofs of residency (two forms)
- Photo ID of parent/legal guardian
Important Notes
- Students who are already enrolled can stay at their current school (transportation is available to eligible students per School Board Policy 707).
- If you wish to change schools, please consult with a staff member at the Enrollment Center.
- A parent/legal guardian signature is required on all forms.
How to Submit Enrollment Forms
- Email: EnrollmentCenter@district279.org
- Fax: 763-585-7368
- U.S. mail: Osseo Enrollment Center, 7051 Brooklyn Blvd., Brooklyn Center, MN 55429
- In person: Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Lobby drop box: only available during non-business hours
Support documents and resources
Northwest Immunization Clinic
The clinic located at the Enrollment Center offers free immunizations to eligible students. Minnesota is a “No Shots, No School” state; in order to enroll, students must be up-to-date on required immunizations. Parents may file a medical exemption signed by a health care provider or a non-medical exemption signed by a parent/guardian and notarized.
The clinic also provides assistance with accessing local health care, health insurance, employment, and other community resources. The nurse can also provide baby shots and shots for adults needing to obtain a green card.
The Northwest Immunization Clinic is a program of the Northwest Hennepin Family Service Collaborative in partnership with Osseo Area Schools.
To schedule an appointment please call 763-585-7361.
Family Advocate
The Family Advocate at the Osseo Area Schools Enrollment Center provides resources, referrals, information and support to individuals and families living in the northwest Hennepin suburban area and/or District 279.
The advocate assists individuals and families with basic needs, such as:
- Food/clothing/housing
- Financial help
- Transportation
- Family support
- Child care assistance
- Medical, mental health and dental care
- Health insurance
- Collaboration with Hennepin County and social service providers
- Other community resources
To speak with our Family Advocate, please call 763-585-7378.
McKinney-Vento Act
The McKinney-Vento Act provides homeless and highly mobile students with certain rights so they have access to opportunities that will help them meet the same high academic standards expected of all students in our district.
English Learner (EL) Program
The goal of English Learner (EL) instruction is to support English learners in achieving the English language proficiency needed to succeed academically and to realize personal, social, and career goals. EL teachers work in collaboration with both general education and specialist teachers to design a comprehensive instructional program for each student.
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