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Choice Guides
School Visits and Open Houses
Visiting schools is the best way to see which school will be the “best fit” for you.
Many schools have at least one “open house” between October and December when you can for you to visit and ask questions. If you can’t make it to a school's scheduled “open house,” call the school and ask if you can visit at a more convenient time.
Many schools also have shadow days, where you can partner with a current student and attend classes to get a real feel for the school.
School Choice Liaisons
Confused about something related to the high school choice process? No worries! There is a staff member at your current school who can help you find a high school that is perfect for you.
Find out who your school's choice liaison is.
You can talk to this person about high school programs, which schools you’re eligible to attend, visiting schools you’re interested in, how to apply, and more.
Important Dates
October through December:
School open houses
December 2:
Choice application available online and in schools
December 7:
School choice fair
January 17:
Choice application deadline
February 5:
Deadline to apply to charter schools with school-based lotteries
March 9:
Students notified about results from the district’s choice application