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2023-24 School Application & Magnet Lottery Timeline

Federal mandate requires Magnet schools to process applications through a random lottery. The lottery system allows for equitable opportunities to enroll in schools giving weighted priorities for socioeconomic status, current sibling attendees, parent employees and Magnet theme articulation.

Apply for any school by

Placement Notification

Magnet Schools

April 7

April 21

Main Round Lottery

May 5

May 19

Late Round Lottery

May 8 - August 11*

Within 10 days starting after May 19

Placements determined on a first come, first served basis.

*This is the last date for current students to apply to change schools. After this date existing students will have to wait until the transfer window opens for second semester. New students to the district can continue to apply after the August 11th date.

Click here for more information about our Magnet School offerings.

Enrollment Information

Here's what you'll need to enroll.

Enrollment Checklist

Birth Certificate (original)
Immunization Record
Verification of Address (must be current, only 1 required):
- Utility Bill (water, electric, waste, etc.) with service address listed
- Lease Agreement
- Rent Receipt (signed with property address)
- Mortgage Statement
- Cable Bill with service address listed
- Internet Bill with service address listed
Proof of Residency Affidavit
Parent/Guardian Identification
Guardianship Documentation
Choice Form
IEP
Custody Documents
Suitable Home Form
Transcript (7-12) and Exit Grades from previous school