School Choice and Student Assignment

Five Steps to Explore Options & Apply Online:

Step 1 – Determine your school zones based on your address.

• Check Your School Zone

Step 2 - Review student assignment procedures & school choice options.

• Download Application Instructions

Step 3 - Determine the appropriate application timeline.

• The traditional School Choice (COE) application typically opens in February for the following year. The 2024-2025 application is currently closed.

• The Reassignment Application for Fall of 2024 placement is currently open and will be available through the end of May. Reassignments are limited to a set of qualifying factors and placement is based on space and availability by school and grade level.

Step 4 - Complete the appropriate application.

• School Choice (Controlled Open Enrollment) Application Page

• School Choice and Student Assignment / School Reassignment (sarasotacountyschools.net)

Step 5 - Monitor application status and take the next steps as directed.

Check email frequently & read all emails and communications completely and thoroughly.
Pay attention to all deadlines and registration requirements.

Contact the School Choice office for more information by phone at (941) 927-9000 ext. 32258 or email Email Controlled Open Enrollment