A school may require reasonable verification of residency, which may include an affidavit, utility bill, or voter registration. In order to establish legal residence for school purposes a student must: 1) have a parent or legal guardian residing in the district, MCL.You must live within the state-defined District boundaries to enroll. Any item presented to establish proof of residency must include the applicant's name and a Michigan residence address (no P.O. boxes or Mailbox Plus addresses). Grand Valley State University requires a minimum six month domicile in the state of Michigan for consideration of residency.