December 2, 2021 – Decatur Public Schools’ three magnet programs are now accepting applications online for students interested in enrolling in a magnet program for the 2022-23 school year.
This is the second year the magnet process will be done completely online. Each of the magnet school programs offer unique philosophies to draw students from all over the district. Any student living within the District #61 boundaries can apply to a magnet school. Programs range from structured environments in which children wear uniforms to a curriculum that encourages independence. You can learn more about each program and submit an application now HERE.
Again this year, interested families have the opportunity to submit a single magnet school application, ranking their interest in each of the three magnet programs. DPS will also host three virtual informational sessions, during which interested families can speak with the magnet program principals to get a feel for each program. Attendance at these informational sessions is not required to apply for magnet programs.
Online applications are open now through January 31, 2022. The District’s central office will then conduct an electronic lottery in February 2022 to fill the available seats in each magnet school program, and parents will be notified by email and/or phone call shortly after.
The following magnet virtual informational sessions are being held for interested families:
● Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at 5:30 p.m. via Zoom
● Thursday, January 13, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. via Zoom
● Wednesday, January 26, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. via Zoom
