Your child,
your school,
your choice
CMS School Choice consists of magnet programs and school options, in addition to your home school, that match your child's interests and talents.
Let's Get Started
Enroll
Enrollment for the 2020-21 school year will open on October 7. You will receive a letter in the mail with your student ID and PIN to use to apply for the lottery. If you are currently enrolled in CMS, you will receive a letter from your school with your student ID and PIN close to the start of the lottery.
Research
Learn about the many offerings and focus areas. Discuss these options with your family to find the best match.
Visit
Find out more by visiting schools and attending open houses and information sessions so that you can experience these schools and ask questions.
Select
Select up to three schools that best match your child’s interests and talents. Need guidance? Just ask!
Submit
Round 1 of the School Choice Lottery will be open from November 4 – December 13, 2019. Submit your application between 6am – 10pm during this time period.
