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It’s school choice time for the 2017–18 school year! Families are invited to explore their school choice options, including their neighborhood school, through a variety of events and activities.
Families interested in the proposed Mandarin Chinese language immersion program should wait to apply until mid-January, after the school board takes action on the proposal.
Elementary School Showcase
Saturday, Jan. 21, 9 a.m.–12 noon
4J Education Center, 200 N. Monroe St.
• One-stop opportunity to learn all about your school choice options:
• Learn about the school choice process (multiple information sessions offered)
• Sign up for school visits
• Talk with representatives from every 4J elementary school
• Spanish interpretation provided
School Visitation Weeks
Monday, Jan. 23–Friday, Jan. 27
Tuesday, Feb. 21–Friday, Feb. 24
• Visit your neighborhood school—and more!
• Schools offer tours, open houses and more
• Please phone ahead or check the schedule of each school’s activities
School Choice Information Meetings
Tuesday, Jan. 17, 7–8 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 21, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. (during the School Showcase)
Thursday, Feb. 16, 7–8 p.m.
4J Education Center, 200 N. Monroe St.
Application Deadlines
4J residents: apply online Jan. 3–Feb. 28 at 5 p.m. to be included in the lottery
Non-residents: apply online Mar. 1–Apr. 1 at 5 p.m. (pending board approval in late January)
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Event Schedule (all schools offer times to visit)
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