Special Assignment Requests (SARs)

Special Assignment Requests (SARs) allow families to apply for their child to attend a school other than their zoned (neighborhood) school.

Important Notes:

• SARs cannot be submitted for District Application Programs or Educational Alternative Services. These have separate application processes.

• All SARs are granted based on available space using functional capacity. May 15, 2025 Functional Capacity

• Kindergarten SARs are processed last, as most families enroll in the summer. This helps us better assess available space.

 Transportation

Bus transportation is not provided for students on a Special Assignment. Families must arrange safe, on-time transportation.

Duration

If granted, a SAR is valid through the school’s highest grade level, as long as:

• The school has capacity.

• All zoned students can still attend.

 Communication

• Families granted a SAR will be notified by email (based on the email listed in the application).

• Families not granted a SAR are automatically placed on a wait list.

• You will be contacted only if a seat becomes available. 

2025-2026 SAR Application Periods

Grades K–12

• Ongoing Late SAR: TBD: currently transitioning to a new platform on Focus

Enrollment Requirements

To apply for a SAR:

1. Your child must be enrolled for the 2025–26 school year.
   
   

2. Complete the reservation process in Focus SIS, then bring the required documentation to your assigned school to finalize enrollment.

How to Apply (When the Late Application Goes Live)

1. Log in to the Focus Parent Portal

2. Please note: You must complete all beginning of the year forms to access the application. 

3. On the left menu, look for your student's name. 

4. Use the drop-down menu and select Late Special Assignment Request 2025.

5. Follow the instructions to apply. 

If requests exceed available seats, a wait list will be created in the order applications are received.

For more information, see our Student Assignment Policy.