Use this site to create a separate application for each child in your family who is applying to attend a new school for next year.
If you are new to DC or want to apply to a new public school for this school year (school year 2025-2026), please call the My School DC Hotline at (202) 888-6336, Monday – Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. to learn more about schools with short waitlists and in-boundary schools.
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Deadline for 9-12th grade applicants
Deadline for PK3–8th grade applicants
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Watch this short video to understand the application process from start to finish. Students should rank schools in the order they like them.
Learn about each school using School Finder, visit schools in person, and talk to other parents to help make the best selections for your student. Review questions for parents by parents. Learn more about Applying to PK3 and PK4 and Applying to High School.
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