Interdistrict Attendance Permits

Interdistrict Attendance Permit Applications for new students seeking admission to Hermosa Beach City School District (HBCSD) will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis and based on space availability. Applications must be submitted online, and all required documentation must be attached. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
Applications for 2025-2026 School Year
The application window for the 2025-2026 school year opens January 13, 2025, and closes March 31, 2025.
- Applications submitted during this period are not processed on a first-come, first-served basis.
- If necessary, a lottery will be conducted on April 4, 2025, to establish a prioritized waitlist.
- Applications submitted after March 31, 2025, will be added to the waitlist in the order received, pending lottery outcomes.
- The 2025-2026 Interdistrict Attendance Permit Application will be available starting January 13, 2025.
Process for Applying to HBCSD
Prioritization of Applications (BP 5117)
Interdistrict Attendance Permit Release from HBCSD
Revocation of Interdistrict Attendance Permits
Important Dates for the Interdistrict Attendance Permits
2025-2026 School Year Timeline
- January 13, 2025: Begin reviewing Interdistrict Attendance Permit Applications.
- March 31, 2025: Deadline to submit Interdistrict Attendance Permit Applications to be included in the Lottery for 2025-2026 school year.
- April 4, 2025: The 2025-2026 Interdistrict Attendance Permit Lottery, if necessary.
- April 1-August 29, 2025: Applications submitted during this period will be added to the end of the Waitlist established during the Lottery.
- August 29, 2025: Last day to submit an Interdistrict Attendance Permit request for the 2025-2026 school year (based on space availability).
- 14 Days After the Start of the 2025-2026 School Year: Interdistrict Attendance Permit denial letters will be sent.