School Choice

Welcome to School Choice in our district - where families can find learning environments designed to inspire students’ interests, talents, and future goals. Our School Choice options expand educational opportunities beyond neighborhood schools and include two magnet schools and specialized focus schools offering innovative programs in the arts, leadership, and digital communication. Each option is purposefully designed to provide rigorous academics, engaging learning experiences, and pathways that support student growth, creativity, and real-world readiness. We invite families to explore these unique programs and discover the school setting that best aligns with their child’s strengths and aspirations.

School Choice Options K-6:

  • Lake City Early Childhood School of Arts – Grades 4K-2
  • Main Street Elementary School of Arts – Grades 3-6
  • J.C. Lynch Elementary School of STEM – Grades 4K-6
  • Scranton STEAM Academy – Grades 4K-6
  • Dr. Ronald E. McNair School of Digital Communication and Leadership – Grades 7-8
  • Lake City Early College High School – Grades 9-12

Magnet School Options: Link to application click here. 

  • Olanta Creative Arts & Science Magnet School – Grades K-6
  • J. Paul Truluck Creative Arts & Science Magnet School – Grades 7-12


2026-27 School Choice Application

[Applying in 2025-26 for the 2026-27 School Year]

FSD3 School Choice Application Window will open at 9:00 am on Monday, January 26, through Friday, February 6, at 12:00 pm and can be accessed at this link.

Parent(s)/Guardian(s) may apply for student admission to a school outside their area of residence. An application for school choice should be submitted between January 26 and February 6th preceding the opening of school to enable schools to address staffing needs and budgetary considerations. The principal of the requested school, the principal of the serving school and the superintendent or his/her designee must approve any request for school choice. No requests for school choice will be approved once the school year begins.

School Choice Flow Chart Details

 

Zoned Schools

Student is automatically assigned to their zoned school. If this is their school choice, no action is needed.

Elementary Expanded Choice Schools

Students interested in attending an Expanded Choice Elementary School that is not their zoned school must complete the School Choice Application during the designated time-frame. Students will be placed on a first come, first served basis while space allows.

Thematic & Magnet School Programs

Students interested in attending a school with a Thematic or Magnet Program that is not their zoned school must complete the School Choice Application or Lottery Application during the designated time-frame. Students will be placed on a first come, first served basis while space allows.