USD 417 Morris County

Open Enrollment Process

Thank you for your interest in USD 417 Morris County Public Schools! Our vision is “WE will develop each student to utilize skills, means, and opportunities.” We offer many opportunities, all the way from PK to 12^th grade. Our educators and support staff are world-class and work together to bring the absolute best all-around educational experience to each and every student. We offer many Career Pathways and are continuing to grow those opportunities. In 2025, we had more than $755,000 in scholarship money awarded to our senior class. With the Kansas State Assessments, we continue to rank above the state average in math and science scoring in levels 3 and 4. In Morris County Public Schools, we provide your child with the opportunities, support, and resources they need to succeed today and in the future. 

Open Enrollment Policy

Enrollment in Morris County Public Schools is open to non-resident students at schools with available space, as outlined in Kansas House Bill 2567. The bill requires school districts to allow nonresidents to enroll if there is open seats in the district. View the district’s policy JCCC on non-resident student enrollment.

Dates to Know

• Non-resident Applications Open: January 1 – June 15, 2025
• District Enrollment Capacity Determined: On or before May 1, 2025
• Non-resident Open Enrollment Applications Reviewed June 16-30, 2025 
• Notification of decision made before July 30, 2025 

Transportation will not be provided for students attending a school outside their attendance boundaries. Once admitted through the non-resident open enrollment process, students may continue attending Morris County schools from kindergarten through 12^th grade, provided they maintain good standing. Eligibility to participate in Kansas State High School Activities Association activities for open-enrollment students will be determined by KSHSAA policies. 

Questions? For questions, contact 620-767-5192 for the district office.