Reassignment/Transfer Requests
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) allows families to request a different school or program through the Reassignment/Transfer process.
What's the Difference?
Reassignment
For students who are new or re-enrolling in CMS.
Transfer
For students who are currently enrolled in CMS.
Important Dates for 2026-2027 School Year
- Transfer Request Window:
- March 16, 2026 - April 16, 2026
- March 16, 2026 - April 16, 2026
- Reassignment Requests:
- Must be submitted within 10 days of enrollment for students new or re-enrolling in CMS.
- Must be submitted within 10 days of enrollment for students new or re-enrolling in CMS.
Reassignment/Transfer Application
Interested in a School Choice Program?
Choice schools will not appear in the reassignment/transfer portal because placements for these programs must be completed through the School Choice department.
Families interested in a Choice program should complete the Google Interest Form below.
A list of Program Choice schools can be found HERE. If you have any questions, please contact us at schoolchoice@cms.k12.nc.us.
Please contact schoolchoice@cms.k12.nc.us if you have any additional questions.
Processing Time
Reassignment requests for the current school year are processed within 10 business days.
Requests are not accepted for schools listed on the Closed Schools List.
Forms & Resources
- 2026-27 Closed Schools List
- 2025–26 Closed Schools List
- Medical Packet
- McKinney-Vento Transportation Info
Transportation Guidelines
Transportation is only provided if the request is to:
- The student's home school (based on current address)
- The school of origin (last school attended before a housing crisis)
- A choice, Career & Technical Education (CTE), or school option within the student's transportation zone.
Bullying-Related Transfer Requests
If you're requesting a transfer due to bullying, you must provide:
- Proof that bullying was reported to the school principal or staff
- Confirmation of a face-to-face meeting with the principal
- A description of steps taken by the school to stop the bullying
- Documentation of any bullying that happened after those steps were taken.
