By Marcia Hochhalter, Abbotsford Open enrollment for the 2001-2002 school year began on February 5th and continues for three weeks only. Forms can be obtained at either office, but should be turned in at the non-resident District Office no later than February 23, 2001. If your children are currently participating in the full-time open enrollment program they do not need to reapply until they enter middle school or high school. Transportation is the parent's responsibility, but reimbursement is available for parents of students who qualify for free or reduced lunch. Forms can be mailed to you or picked up at the District Office.
Students can apply to no more than three non-resident districts.
Open enrollment acceptance is contingent on space available in the grade or program for which you apply, and other preferences established by law. Parents may appeal a rejection within 30 days of receiving the notice of denial. Parents of accepted applicants must notify nonresident school districts whether the student will attend the nonresident school district in the 2001-2002 school year. If this notification is not made, the student may not participate in open enrollment. The Youth Options program allows students to enroll in technical or college courses during their junior or senior year.