FAQ
Questions About Applying
Can I apply at any time during the year?
Yes, although the best time to apply for the next school year is by the lottery deadline (usually early April). Applying by the lottery gives you the best chance of the school having openings. Some schools have openings even after the lottery. Even if the lottery deadline has passed, you are encouraged to apply.
Is it possible to apply for the current school year and transfer my child now?
If the school you have applied to has current open seats, your child may be considered for immediate enrollment. It is possible to transfer to a school even after the academic year has begun. Applications are accepted year round. Parents are encouraged to contact schools directly to find out if there are open seats in the current school year.
Once I apply, is my child enrolled?
No. This website is a portal for applications, not enrollment. Families will be notified of enrollment by the schools to which they apply.
If I have more than one child, do I need to complete an application for each of them?
Yes. You need to complete an application for each child.
What is the lottery?
If a public charter school receives more applications than it has open seats available, the school conducts a lottery.Names are drawn at random through a computer program and families are notified automatically.After the lottery has been drawn, students will either be given an enrollment offer or be added to school waitlists. Students may be accepted at more than one school.
What is the deadline to apply?
To participate in the lotteries, applications must be received before the lottery deadline (usually early April). Following this date, applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. If a school is fully enrolled, then students will be placed on a waitlist. Families are encouraged to apply even if the lottery deadline has passed.
How long does it take to apply?
Applying only takes a few minutes!
If I am out of district, can I still apply for my child?
Yes. The process to apply is the same for all families, no matter where they live.