Is there school choice in New Jersey?

Is there school choice in New Jersey?

New Jersey’s Interdistrict Public School Choice Program enables approved choice districts to enroll K-12th grade students who do not reside within their districts without cost to their parents. There are 122 participating Choice Districts in the 2022-23 school year.

Can I send my child to another school district in NJ?

Student eligibility and application process All New Jersey students are eligible to become choice students, regardless of where they live in the state. Students may attend a choice school in another district and county, however the school must be in an approved choice district.

How do I find my zoned school NJ?

But for now, here are two ways to find out your current school zone:

  1. Call JCBOE at (201) 915-6111 or (201) 915-6201 to confirm the assigned school for your precise address.
  2. Check out this GreatSchools.com school zone map to see the area served by each Elementary, Middle, and High School.

Can I homeschool my child in NJ?

According to New Jersey education law, parents can homeschool their child as long as the instruction is academically “equivalent” to what they would receive at school. The steps to homeschooling in New Jersey are simple: Formally withdraw your student from his/her current school (if enrolled)

How can I keep my child in the same school if I move NJ?

You just need to inform the school of the change of address. (The change of address notice must include your child’s personal information (first and last name, age, grade), parents’ contact information, the new home address, and proof of address within the school zone).

What is the New Jersey school choice program?

What is your last name? New Jersey’s Interdistrict Public School Choice Program enables approved choice districts to enroll K-12th grade students who do not reside within their districts without cost to their parents.

Who is eligible to be a choice student in NJ?

All New Jersey students are eligible to become choice students, regardless of where they live in the state. Students may attend a choice school in another district and county, however the school must be in an approved choice district.

How does the public school choice program work?

Once approved, the choice district designates the available seats in specific grades and programs that are open to choice students. There are 122 participating Choice Districts in the 2022-23 school year. The Public School Choice Program benefits students and parents, as well as the choice districts.

How do I apply to a school choice district?

Visit Find a Choice District for information on the choice districts, including their contact information. Contact the choice district directly to request their application or download it from the district’s website. All choice applications must be submitted directly to the choice districts.