2 days, 2 locations: Harris County Clerk's Office holding 'Back-to-School Birth Certificate Events' for students

Harris County Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth is helping parents and guardians get their students ready for school. The clerk’s office is hosting two events where families can obtain birth certificates, which are needed for school registration.

This is the second year families can take advantage of the service before the first day of school.

Last year, officials were able to distribute more than 300 birth certificates ahead of the 2021-2022 school year. This year, they are hoping for an even bigger turnout to help more people in need.

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CLICK HERE to download fillable form for Birth Certificate Records.

The clerk’s office will provide families with a short form that they can use as an acceptable form for school enrollment.

The following is required to obtain the documents:

1. You must have been born in the State of Texas

2. You must be the person named on the certificate, the legal representative or immediate family member with appropriate identification (ID).

3. Have acceptable ID: Valid photo ID, such as U.S. Driver’s License, Federal or State ID card, Military ID, or U.S. Passport.

4. You must complete a birth certificate application and pay $23, cash or card.

Where are the locations?

The first “Back-to-School Birth Certificate” event will take place Saturday, July 30, from 8 a.m. to noon at the Pasadena Annex located at 101 S. Richey St.

The second event will be held Saturday, August 6, from 8 a.m. to noon at the N. Shepherd Annex, 7300 N. Shepherd.