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Additional assistance in the preparation of this manual was provided by David Giles, Esq. and by Elizabeth Athos, Esq., senior attorney at Education Law Center.  \nAbout the Education Law Center  \nFounded in 1973, Education Law Center (ELC) is a non-profit legal defense fund that pursues justice and equity for public school students by enforcing their right to a high-quality education in safe, equitable, non-discriminatory, integrated, and well-funded learning environments. ELC pursues advocacy work through litigation, public engagement, policy development, research, and communications.  \nELC’s legal and policy advocacy, which includes the landmark court rulings in the Abbott v. Burke litigation, has significantly advanced the provision of fair school funding, high quality preschool and school facilities improvements, especially for students from low-income families and students of color. ELC’s mission is to ensure all students receive a high-quality public education effectively preparing them to participate as citizens in a democratic society and as valued contributors to a robust economy.  \nDisclaimer  \nThe information provided in this guide helps explain the laws affecting the rights of students in school residency cases in New Jersey but should not be construed as legal advice. This manual is provided for educational and informational purposes only and contains general information that may not reflect current or complete legal developments. Readers are encouraged to seek appropriate legal advice from a licensed attorney on the particular facts and circumstances of their case.  \n©2024 Education Law Center  \ni  \nTable of Contents  \nIntroduction .................................................................................................................................................. 1  \nSection 1--When is a Student Entitled to Enroll in a District’s Public Schools? .......................................... 1  \nOverview of Residency Rules .................................................................................................................... 1  \nSection 2--School Enrollment Based on Domicile of Parent or Guardian................................................... 3  \nGeneral Rule.............................................................................................................................................. 3  \nEstablishing Domicile and Moving to or From a School District ............................................................... 3  \nAdult or Emancipated Students-Student’s Own Domicile Governs........................................................ 5  \nHousing Status Irrelevant to Eligibility...................................................................................................... 6  \nImmigration Status Irrelevant to Eligibility ............................................................................................... 6  \nParent or Guardian Living in Temporary Residence ................................................................................. 7  \nChildren of Divorced or Separated Parents .............................................................................................. 8  \nStudents Residing with Guardian or with Person Applying for Guardianship ........................................ 13  \nSection 3--Special Rules for Students Experiencing Family or Economic Hardship, Family Crisis or Homelessness ............................................................................................................................................. 15  \nFamily or Economic Hardship- “Affidavit Student” Rules ...................................................................... 16  \nWhat Types of Circumstances Qualify under the Affidavit Student Rules?............................................","cbCaidIzmO5qBWvG","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaidIzmO5qBWvG","pdf",2690626,84,"English","# Introduction\n## Section 1--When is a Student Entitled to Enroll in a District’s Public Schools?\n## Section 2--School Enrollment Based on Domicile of Parent or Guardian\n## Section 3--Special Rules for Students Experiencing Family or Economic Hardship, Family Crisis or Homelessness\n## Section 4--Students in Out-of-Home Placements\n## Section 5--Other Special Rules","[{\"question\":\"When is a student entitled to enroll in a district’s public schools?\",\"answer\":\"The guide explains entitlement based on applicable residency requirements for enrolling in a district’s public schools in New Jersey. 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