Smith County Middle School

134 SCMS Lane

Carthage, TN 37030
Phone# (615)735-8277
Fax# (615)735-8255

Mr. Scudder, Principal Susan Stevens, Counselor

TO: ALL PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS:

In order for a child to enter Smith County Middle School, the following must be
accounted for:

1. Completed withdrawal forms from previous school including current grades,

absences, address and phone number of previous school.

2. Birth Certificate

3. Social Security Card

4. Students may not be enrolled in school by a non-custodial parent. Proof of

custody is required if parents are not living together. Divorce/custody
papers or court appointed guardianship are required.

5. Tennessee Health Certificate - all immunizations must be up to date

6 Proof of residence in Smith County...You must have established a residence by

producing an electricity bill or water bill which shows the guardians name, 911
address and mailing address. If utilities are not in guardian’s name, a utility bill in
the landlord's name may be accompanied with a notarized statement from the
landlord stating that the guardian and child live at the address.

7. Student must be in good standing at his/her previous school… not under any
suspensions or expulsions.

8. No student will be enrolled until all punishments are served, all fees paid, all
books returned and all records are clear for transfer.

9. In-county students may not transfer schools during the school year unless a
change of residence has occurred.