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Home » Applications for Option Schools & Programs for 2026-27

Applications for Option Schools & Programs for 2026-27

Posted on October 31, 2025

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Applications for Option Schools & Programs for the next school year, 2026-27, will open on November 10, 2025,  and close on January 16, 2026.

Timeline Date
Lottery Process Information Session November 5, 2025
Applications Open Mon. November 10, 2025
Applications Close Fri. January 16, 2026 at 4 p.m.
Virtual Live Lotteries run and lottery results are communicated Fri. February 6, 2026 Link will be posted by Feb. 6
Applications Reopen for Late Applicants Mon. March 2, 2026
Registration Deadline for New Families to APS June 26, 2026

→ How to Apply: Submit an online application starting on November 10 through SchoolMint. Some programs may have specific requirements.

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