Schools Of Choice

The open enrollment dates for enrollment into the 2023-2024 school year is April 10 - May 12, 2023.  Applications will be available on April 10.

PDF DocumentOpenings for the 2023-2024 school year

Lowell Area Schools participates in two schools of choice programs that are based on the school district in which a family currently lives.

To determine which application is correct for your family, see the guidelines below.  Along with your application you must provide two proofs of residency.  Completing the wrong form or not submitting two proofs of residency could jeopardize enrollment.  If we receive more applications than openings, a lottery drawing will be held.  

Application submission information (via email or mail) is located on the application.  If you
are unable to print the form, please email External LinkSonja DeDonado.  

Acceptable proofs of residency (copies of envelopes are not accepted):

  • Drivers License
  • Property tax bill
  • Current utility bill
  • Bank statement
  • Pay stub
  • Home loan/lease documents
  • Landline phone bill (cell bill does not qualify)

 

  • Student DOES NOT LIVE in any these districts. PDF DocumentKent Intermediate School District.
  • Annual reapplication is not required and signature from releasing Superintendent is not required
  • Transportation is not provided
  • A student who has been suspended, expelled or convicted of a felony may be excluded
  • Students that live in the same household as a current Schools of Choice student may receive preference in filling district openings if they apply during the open enrollment period and slots are available in that particular grade level.
  • The Michigan High School Athletic Association requires a student (in grades 10-12) to wait one semester after enrolling in a new district before participating in athletics
  • A written agreement between the resident district and the Choice district must be in place for students who receive special education services.

 

  • Student lives in a district that is part of the PDF DocumentKent Intermediate School District 
  • Annual reapplication and signature from releasing Superintendent is not required
  • Transportation is not provided
  • A student who has been suspended, expelled or convicted of a felony may be excluded
  • Students that live in the same household as a current Schools of Choice student may receive preference in filling district openings if they apply during the open enrollment period and slots are available in that particular grade level. 
  • The Michigan High School Athletic Association requires a student (in grades 10-12) to wait one semester after enrolling in a new district before participating in athletics.