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Magnet & Fundamental Programs
Important Dates:
- North County Fair: October 21, 2026 from 6pm - 7:30pm at Dunedin HS
- All County Fair: October 24, 2026 from 9am - 11:30am at Pinellas Park HS
- South County Fair: October 28, 2026 from 6pm - 7:30pm at Gibbs HS
- Initial Application Period: January 5 - 15, 2027
- Acceptance Period: February 10 - 19, 2027
- Late Application Period: Opens March 23, 2027
Download the Important Dates Flyer
See How to Apply
View the YouTube event - Learn how to apply for Magnet and Fundamental Programs. Get an overview of the application process and see answers to common questions.
How to Prepare
How to Find Your Application Area
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Find your zoned school by entering your address in the School Zone Locator.
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Your zoned school will be displayed along with a section highlighting magnet and fundamental programs available in your application area.
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Simply click on a program to visit its website.
Magnet and Fundamental Policies and Procedures
Contact Us
For questions about the Application Process, contact the Student Assignment Office: StudentAssignment@pcsb.org or by phone at 727-588-6210.
If you have questions about specific programs, contact the programs directly or DAP personnel at DAP@pcsb.org or by phone at 727-588-6000 x1875 or x1871.