Programs
Special Features
Children with special needs and typically developing students learn together; Small class sizes with low student-to-teacher ratios; Fully fenced-in adaptive playground; Outdoor nature trail, outdoor classrooms, edible gardens; Motor, music, art, and library classes provided
Grade Levels
- Preschool (3 years old)
- PreK (4 years old)
- Kindergarten (5 years old)
Eligibility
- Reside in DeKalb County School District
- Complete application
- Typically developing applicants must be potty trained.
Note: Special needs students must apply directly to the Department of Exceptional Education, so that a seat is offered based on the child’s Individual Educational Plan (IEP). If an applicant with an active IEP has applied and was selected to attend the Coralwood School through the School Choice lottery, his or her seat will be forfeited.
Lottery Priority Pools
- Home Area pool – 1st priority is given to students with home address assigned to Avondale ES, Briar Vista ES, Fernbank ES, Laurel Ridge ES, McLendon ES, Briarlake ES, Evansdale ES, Hawthorne ES, Henderson Mill ES, Oak Grove ES, Pleasantdale ES, Sagamore Hills ES, Brockett ES, Idlewood ES, Livsey ES, Midvale ES, Smoke Rise ES.
- Siblings of currently attending students pool – Typically developing siblings of currently attending students.
- Students of staff employed at Coralwood pool – Typically developing students of staff.
- Multiple Birth Siblings pool– Multiple birth sibling must be applying to same grade level and program (state law) as the sibling who is selected via lottery and is offered a seat placement offer.
- At Large pool – All other residents of DeKalb with home address not assigned to the listed schools.
Selection Process
Random lottery selection process based on seat availability. Wait list will be generated if number of seats available are less than number of eligible applicants.
Transportation
Typically developing student siblings of currently enrolled special needs students may ride the bus together with their special needs sibling/s. Parents of all other typically developing students must provide transportation. The most current DeKalb County transportation policy will be followed.
Feeder Schools
- Hawthorne Elementary School (Grades 1-5)
Only typically developing students selected through the lottery selection process, and who complete their Kindergarten year at Coralwood School, may continue to Hawthorne Elementary School. Feeder school options for students with special needs will be based on the child’s Individual Education Plan (IEP). In order to matriculate to Hawthorne Elementary School for first grade from Coralwood, a student must have been served full-time in a co-taught setting during the current school and must have shown adequate growth in grade-level curriculum standards. In addition, the student must be able to follow classroom rituals and routines. Students will not continue to Henderson Middle School or Lakeside High School.
Contact
Coralwood Diagnostic Center
Dr. Melanie Castelle, Principal
2477 Coralwood Drive,
Decatur, Georgia 30033
678-874-6002
website
The purpose of the DLI model is to prepare students for the global world. Students who have the ability to communicate with global partners and who possess intercultural competence will be prepared for the workforce. The program includes a K—8 articulation. In middle school, DLI students receive social studies and advanced language and literacy instruction in the targeted language with increased opportunities for advanced language study upon entering high school. Students may enter the program through a lottery in Kindergarten or first grade depending on space availability.
Schools
Ashford Park Elementary School, Barack H. Obama Elementary School, Evansdale Elementary School, Pleasantdale Elementary School, Rockbridge Elementary School
Special Features
High academic standards and expectations following state and national content standards; Emphasis on critical thinking, problem solving and intercultural competence; Improved achievement in all academic content areas; High proficiency in listening, reading, writing, and speaking in a second language.
Grade Levels
Grades K—1
Eligibility
- Reside in the DeKalb County School District
- Complete application
Lottery Priority Pools
- Home Area School
- At large
- Siblings of Currently Enrolled students
- Siblings Applying together
Selection Process
Random lottery selection process based on seat availability. Wait list will be generated if number of seats available are less than number of eligible applicants.
Transportation
Students living in the attendance area will receive transportation based on the most current DeKalb County School District transportation policy. Parents must provide transportation for students receiving placement and living outside the attendance area.
Contact
Ashford Park Elementary School Mrs. Tanya Freeman 2968 Cravenridge Drive NE, Atlanta, GA 30319 Phone: 678-676-6702 website |
Barack H. Obama Elementary School Mrs. Angela Thomas-Bethea 797 Fayetteville Road SE, Atlanta, GA 30316 Phone: 678-676-6102 website |
Evansdale Elementary School Mrs. April McCarthy 2914 Evans Woods Drive, Doraville, GA 30340 Phone: 678-874-2702 website |
Pleasantdale Elementary School Dr. Joycelyn Harrington 3695 Northlake Dr. Doraville, GA 30340 Phone: 678-874-3502. website |
Rockbridge Elementary School Mr. Derrick Brown 445 Halwick Way Stone Mountain, GA 30083 Phone: 678-676-6102 website |
Employees must submit applications by the deadlines as set by the Superintendent or their designee which coincides with the School Choice Open Enrollment deadline each year (generally February). Late applications are processed and approved based on seat availability of the school and are not guaranteed seat placement.
Special Features
Enrollment under this provision is to only enroll in the general education program. Employees who live in the DeKalb County School District and wish to enroll their children into any of the special programs offered during School Choice Open Enrollment must meet all eligibility requirements and must submit an application to enter the lottery and select the program/s of choice for their child.
Grade Levels
Grades K—12
Eligibility
Full-time employee
Completed application
Selection Process
DeKalb County School District makes provisions for employees who work full-time for the DeKalb County School District to enroll their children into the school in which they work or a school in the vertical feeder-pattern of the school in which they work. Enrollment under this provision is into the general education program only. Provisions are granted based on seat availability for applications received during the Open Enrollment period. Late applications are accepted and are approved based on seat availability.
Transportation
The employee is responsible for all transportation.
Feeder Schools
If an approval is granted for an elementary or middle school student, that approval will not extend over to middle school or high school automatically. The employee must request permission during School choice Open Enrollment for a student to be approved to the next level (middle or high school).
Contact
Employee Student Transfer Requests
school_choice@dekalbschoolsga.org
678-676-0035
website
Special Features
Lab-oriented science program scientific method of investigative problem solving; Interdisciplinary approach to curriculum; World Language (German); Student/school participation in competitions at many levels; Parental involvement encouraged; Instrumental music taught daily; 21st Century Learning environment (ActivBoards, iPads, Laptops, Video Production, 3D Printing and more).
Grade Levels
Grades 4—6
Eligibility
Reside in DeKalb County School District
Complete application;
3.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) or higher in all four core subject areas on the 2023-2024 Fall report card.
Scores from the Fall MAP assessment for the 2023-2024 school year are used for eligibility.
MAP Total Reading score of 75th percentile (or higher)
MAP Total Math score of 75th percentile (or higher)
Note: Student enrolled in Kittredge will need to re-apply through lottery for a seat at Chapel Hill Middle.
Lottery Priority Pools
At Large Pool – all DeKalb County resident students.
Multiple Birth Siblings – only eligible multiple birth siblings when applying at the same time (during the same school choice application year), same grade level, and same program
Selection Process
Grade 4 – 1st round of lottery – 3 eligible students from each elementary school are selected. If school does not have three eligible applicants, the unfilled seat is then filled in the 2nd round from the wait list that is generated if number of seats available are less than number of eligible applicants.
Transportation
Parents/guardians of the students selected via lottery choose a satellite pick-up location in their region for transportation to all magnet programs/schools. The most current DeKalb County transportation policy will be followed for the magnet programs/schools.
Feeder School
Kittredge feeds into Chamblee Middle School, Chamblee High School
Contact
Kittredge Magnet School
Dr. Laura Neely, Principal
2383 N. Druid Hills Rd. NE Atlanta, GA 30329
678-874-6602
website
Special Features
STEM-Ready School (STEM certification); Drama (Performance Arts taught daily); Team Sports (Soccer Team); Lab-oriented science program scientific method of investigative problem solving; Interdisciplinary approach to curriculum; World Language (Spanish); Student/school participation in competitions at many levels; Parental involvement encouraged; Instrumental music taught daily; 21st Century Learning environment (ActivBoards, iPads, Laptops, Video Production, 3D Printing and more)
Grade Levels
Grades 4—8
Eligibility
- Reside in DeKalb County School District
- Complete application;
- 3.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) or higher in all four core subject areas on the 2023-2024 Fall report card.
- Scores from the Fall MAP assessment for the 2023-2024 school year are used for eligibility.
- MAP Total Reading score of 75th percentile (or higher)
- MAP Total Math score of 75th percentile (or higher)
- Note: Student enrolled in Wadsworth will need to reapply through lottery for a seat at Chamblee Middle.
Lottery Priority Pools
- At Large Pool – all DeKalb County resident students.
- Multiple Birth Siblings – only eligible multiple birth siblings when applying at the same time (during the same school choice application year), same grade level, and same program
Selection Process
Grade 4 – 1st round of lottery – 3 eligible students from each elementary school are selected. If school does not have three eligible applicants, the unfilled seat is then filled in the 2nd round from the wait list that is generated if number of seats available are less than number of eligible applicants.
Transportation
Parents/guardians of the students selected via lottery choose a satellite pick-up location in their region for transportation to all magnet programs/schools. The most current DeKalb County transportation policy will be followed for the magnet programs/schools.
Feeder Schools
Wadsworth feeds into Chapel Hill Middle School & Southwest DeKalb High School
Contact
Wadsworth Magnet School
Mrs. Ledra Jemison, Principal
3039 Santa Monica Drive, Decatur, GA 30032
678-874-2402
website
The PYP prepares students to become active, caring, lifelong learners who demonstrate respect for themselves and others and have the capacity to participate in the world around them. It focuses on the development of the whole child as an inquirer, both within and beyond the classroom. The program provides high quality, international education. It provides the knowledge, concepts, skills, attitudes, and action that young students need to equip them for successful lives, both now and in the future. Schools work with the five elements to construct a rigorous and challenging primary curriculum for international education. It is engaging, relevant, challenging and significant for learners in the 3–12 age range. It focuses on learning experiences that go across subject areas.
Special Features
Requires the study of a world language; Promotes international mindedness; Supports the development of communication skills to encourage inquiry, understanding, language acquisition, and to allow student reflection and expression; It is an internationally recognized curriculum. Emphasizes development of the whole student—physically, intellectually, emotionally, and ethically. Establishes a positive attitude to learning and developing their awareness of the process of learning.
Grade Levels
Grades K—5
Eligibility
- Residency in DeKalb County School District;
- Complete application
- Previous IB Experience pool – 1st priority given to students with previous IB experience (grades 1st – 5th)
Lottery Priority Pools
- Regional Pool: 50% seats allocated for students who reside outside of school’s attendance area but within the attendance area of DeKalb County School District’s Region 2 elementary schools.
- At Large Pool: 50% seats allocated for all DeKalb resident applicants living outside of Region 2 attendance area.
Selection Process
Random lottery selection process based on seat availability. Wait list will be generated if number of seats available are less than number of eligible applicants.
Transportation
Parents of students who reside outside of the attendance area of the school must provide transportation.
Feeder Schools
- Avondale Elementary & Fernbank Elementary feed into Druid Hills Middle
- Midvale Elementary feeds into Tucker Middle School.
5th grade students currently enrolled in the DeKalb County School District’s IB PYP schools may register directly (without reapplying through School Choice) for a seat in 6th grade at their feeder IB Middle schools only. A School Choice application is required if applicant wants to transfer to another feeder IB middle school.
Avondale Elementary School
Mr. Dontae Andrews, Principal
8 Lakeshore Drive
Avondale Estates, Georgia 30002
678-676-5202
website
Fernbank Elementary School
Ms. Joan Ray, Principal
157 Heaton Park Dr. N.E.
Atlanta, Georgia 30307
678-874-9302
website
Midvale Elementary School
Ms. Tara Dougherty, Principal
3836 Midvale Road
Tucker, Georgia 30084
678-874-3402
website
Schools
Briar Vista Elementary, Huntley Hills Elementary
Special Features
Multi-aged classes; “Prepared” environment for each student; Montessori trained teachers.
Grade Levels
- Grades K—5
Eligibility
- Reside in the DeKalb County School District.
- Completed Application; Previous Montessori experience for grades 2-5.
- Note: Kindergarten and 1st grade students may be eligible for lottery seat in a Montessori class without Pre-K or K Montessori experience. Applicants for grades 2 – 3 must provide report card to show at least one full year Montessori program experience in previous years. Applicants for grades 4 – 5 must provide report card to show enrollment in a Montessori Program during the 2nd or 3rd grade.
Lottery Priority Pools
- Home Area pool – 1st priority is given to eligible students residing in school’s attendance area.
- At large pool – All other DeKalb residents.
- Siblings of currently enrolled student pool – Applicants with siblings currently enrolled in the school.
- Multiple Birth Siblings pool – Multiple birth siblings are only eligible when multiple birth siblings apply at the same time (during the same school choice application year), same grade level, and same program.
Selection Process
Random lottery selection process based on seat availability. Wait list will be generated if number of seats available are less than number of eligible applicants.
Transportation
Parents of students who reside outside of the attendance area of the school must provide transportation.
Feeder Schools
Briar Vista Elementary
Ms. Cammie Neill, Principal
31131 Briar Vista Terrace N.E.,
Atlanta, Georgia 30324
678-874-5902
website
Huntley Hills Elementary
Dr. Mia Ford, Principal
2112 Seaman Circle,
Chamblee, Georgia 30341
678-676-7402
website
Special Features
World Language; Technology; Fine Arts; Active, Hands-On Learning Activities
Performance-Based Standards and Instructional Real-World Activities; Uniform Option to Support a Structured, Disciplined Environment; Extended Courses and Activities
Grade Levels
K—5
Eligibility
- Reside in DeKalb County School District
- Completed Application
Lottery Priority Pools
- Home School
- At Large
- Siblings of Currently Enrolled students
Selection Process
Random lottery selection process based on seat availability.
Transportation
Students living in the attendance area will receive transportation based on the most current DeKalb County School District transportation policy. Parents must provide transportation for students receiving placement at the McNair Discovery Learning Academy and living outside the attendance area.
Feeder Schools
McNair Middle School (zoned attendance area students only)
website
Program Description
SB-10, also known as The Georgia Special Needs Scholarship (GSNS) Program, is a school choice program available for special needs students attending Georgia public schools who are served under an Individualized Education Program (IEP).
Grade Levels
Grades K—12
Eligibility
- The students parent currently resides within Georgia and has been a Georgia resident for at least one calendar year however, that the one-year requirement shall not apply if the students parent is an active-duty military service member stationed in Georgia within the previous year; AND
- The student had an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) in effect during the 2023-2024 school year; AND
- The student spent the prior school year in attendance* at a Georgia public school.
*Prior school year in attendance – the student was enrolled and reported by a public school system or school systems for funding purposes at the time of both FTE program counts, conducted each school year in October and March. See OCGA 20-2-2112 (5).
Prior school year in attendance shall not apply if:
- The students parent is an active-duty military service member stationed in Georgia within the previous year; OR
- The student has been adopted or placed in a permanent guardianship from foster care pursuant to an order issued by a court of competent jurisdiction within the previous year; OR
- The student previously qualified for a scholarship as provided in state law.
Please note that previously qualified only waives the prior school year in attendance provision, all other requirements including having an IEP in the previous school year and enrollment in a public school are still in effect.
Lottery Priority Pools
- At Large Pool
- Siblings of currently enrolled students
Selection Process
Random lottery selection process based on seat availability
SB 10 List of Elementary Schools 2024-2025
- Austin ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Avondale ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Barack Obama ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Bob Mathis ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Brockett ES – seats available grades k – 5
- Browns Mill ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Cary Reynolds ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Canby Lane ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Cedar Grove ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Chapel Hill ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Columbia ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Dresden ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Dunaire ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Dunwoody ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Fernbank ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Hambrick ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Indian Creek ES – seats available grades K – 5
- John Lewis ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Kingsley ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Laurel Ridge ES – seats available grades K – 5
- McLendon ES – seats available grades K – 5
- McNair DLA ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Midvale ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Murphey Candler ES – seats available grades 4 – 5
- Oak Gove ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Oak View ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Peachcrest ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Pine Ridge ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Pleasantdale ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Princeton ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Rainbow ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Redan ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Rock Chapel ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Rowland ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Stone Mill ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Stone Mountain ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Shadow Rock ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Smoke Rise ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Snapfinger ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Toney ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Vanderlyn ES – seats available grades K – 5
Transportation
Parents must provide transportation.
Special Features
Required parental involvement; Emphasis on core subjects; High academic standards and expectations; Exposure to a world language; Strict conduct code; Required uniform/strict dress code; Emphasis on critical thinking and problem solving; Automated reading program (Elementary Schools); Required summer reading and mathematics activities; Required challenging daily homework; Tutorial programs; Activity-based instruction “Agenda” planners; Interdisciplinary instruction.
Grade Levels
PreK—5
Eligibility
- Reside in the Theme School Feeder Area
- Completed Application
Lottery Priority Pools
Random lottery selection process based on seat availability.
- Students of Staff (does not apply to Pre-K)
- Siblings of currently enrolled students (Pre-K excluded)
- Feeder School
Transportation
The most current DeKalb County transportation policy will be followed. Parents, please note that transportation for elementary theme school students will continue to be provided as currently structured. Elementary theme school students will continue to receive transportation from the neighborhood to the designated theme schools.
E.L. Bouie Sr. Elementary
Marbut ES
Narvie J. Harris ES
Oakcliff ES
Robert Shaw ES
Wynbrooke ES
Special Features
Daily access to a student workstation for information and human resources across the nation; Emphasis on technological support for curriculum areas; Expanded instruction in math and science; Multimedia production capabilities for publication of student work; Extracurricular activities that enhance social and physical development; Parental involvement encouraged.
Grade Levels
Grades 3—5
Eligibility
- Residency in DeKalb County School District;
- Complete application;
- 3.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) or higher in all four core subject areas on the 2022-2023 Fall report card
Lottery Priority Pools
Home Area Pool (50% seats allocated) – students currently enrolled in Barack Obama Elementary Magnet School of Technology.
At Large Pool (50% seats allocated) – all other DeKalb County resident students.
Multiple Birth Siblings – only eligible multiple birth siblings when applying at the same time (during the same school choice application year), same grade level, and same program
Selection Process
Random lottery selection process based on seat availability. Wait list will be generated if number of seats available are less than number of eligible applicants.
Transportation
Parents/guardians of the students selected via lottery choose a satellite pick-up location in their region for transportation to all magnet programs/schools. The most current DeKalb County transportation policy will be followed for the magnet programs/schools.
Feeder Schools
Columbia Middle School, Columbia High School
Contact
Barack H. Obama Elementary Magnet School of Technology
Ms. Angela Bethea, Principal
797 Fayetteville Road,
Atlanta, GA 30030
678-874-4402 Contact
website
Special Features
Cooperative learning; Science lab; Emphasis on technical support for curriculum areas; French taught daily; Parental involvement encouraged.
Grade Levels
Grades K—5
Eligibility
- Residency in DeKalb County School District;
- Complete application;
- 3.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) or higher in all four core subject areas on the 2023-2024 Fall report card for students applying for a seat in grades 2–5
Lottery Priority Pools
- At Large Pool – All DeKalb County resident students.
- Multiple Birth Siblings – only eligible multiple birth siblings when applying at the same time (during the same school choice application year), same grade level, and same program
Transportation
Parents/guardians of the students selected via lottery choose a satellite pick-up location in their region for transportation to all magnet programs/schools. The most current DeKalb County transportation policy will be followed for the magnet programs/schools.
Feeder Schools
Columbia Middle School, Columbia High School
Contact
Evansdale Elementary School of Arts
Mrs. April McCarthy, Principal
2914 Evans Woods Dr.,
Doraville, Georgia 30340
678-874-2702
website
Grades K—3 – Lottery based seat placement; Grades 4—8 – Audition and interview based seat placement. The DESA program includes core academic instruction along with visual and performing arts instruction in drama, dance, visual arts, and general vocal and instrumental music. Students in grades 4—8 are enrolled into a major and a minor class in two of the following art disciplines: dance, drama, vocal music, instrumental music, or visual arts. These students attend their major class three times a week and their minor class two times a week. Performing and visual arts field trips are taken each semester (examples include but are not limited to shows performed at the Cobb Energy Center and Alliance Theater). Students in grades 1-8 must maintain a 3.0 (or higher) grade point average (GPA) to maintain their enrollment at DESA.
Special Features
Weekly dance, drama, general music and visual arts instruction for all students in grades K—3; Dance, drama, vocal music, instrumental music and visual arts courses are taught by instructors who work or have worked professionally in their arts discipline; General music instruction includes instruction involving instruments, keyboarding and recorder instruction for all students in grade 3; Two dance studios equipped with mirrors, bars and Rosco Performance floor; Instruction in various styles of dance (primarily ballet, Jazz, lyrical and modern). Instruction in musical theatre; two arts related field trips; Audition based performing groups (Additional activity fee required). Performances enhanced by costumes, props and sets.
Grade Levels
Grades K—8
Eligibility
- Reside in the DeKalb County School District
- Completed online application (K—8)
- Complete & submit paper audition application packet (4-8)
- Successful audition (4-8)
- 3.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) or higher in all four core subject areas on the 2023-2024 Fall report card for students applying for a seat in grades 2 – 8.
Grades 4—8:
Complete and submit audition packets to the school by the deadline. Audition packets for grades 4—8 can be found at www.dekalbschoolsga.org/school-choice/forms-and-brochures/
Lottery Priority Pools
ONLY for K—3 applicants
At Large Pool – all DeKalb County resident students.
Multiple Birth Siblings – only eligible multiple birth siblings when applying at the same time (during the same school choice application year), same grade level, and same program
Selection Process
Grades K—3: Random lottery selection process based on seat availability. Wait list will be generated if number of seats available are less than number of eligible applicants.
Grades 4—8: Interview and audition in two arts areas for grades 4—8; Academic and Arts recommendation forms for grades 4—8. Students will be ranked by score earned and seat placement offered as per the ranking order until available seats are filled. Remaining eligible applicants will be wait listed and offered a seat when a seat is available.
Transportation
Parents/guardians of the students selected via lottery choose a satellite pick-up location in their region for transportation to all magnet programs/schools. The most current DeKalb County transportation policy will be followed for the magnet programs/schools.
Contact
DeKalb Elementary School of Arts
Dr. Latonya Donald, Principal
3130 Old Rockbridge Road,
Avondale Estates,
Georgia 30002
678-874-1302
website
Note: This is not a DeKalb County School District School Choice Program. Please contact the Charter School directly.
Providing a blended technology and environmental curriculum, while offering a rigorous high school preparatory program. The mission of the DeKalb Academy of Technology and Environment, Inc. is to educate a student population about the essential need to consider environmental ramifications of technology and other business decisions, via a hands-on, community-oriented instructional curriculum. The school will improve student achievement through an academic and organizational curriculum which: Recognizes the important link between technology and the environment; Promotes higher order thinking skills – critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making; Motivates students by offering a real world context for learning; Engages learners in investigative, hands-on/minds-on, student –centered, and cooperative activities between industry and environmental groups; Advances educational reform goals; Correlates to state and national academic standards; Considers the environment in its totality, i.e., the co-existence of business and the Environment; and, Promotes continuous lifelong learning.
Special Features
STEM Accredited School; Advanced Technology Studies; Advanced Environmental Studies; Active Engagement and Socratic Teaching Methods; Differentiated Lessons and Constructivist Model; Project based and interdisciplinary teaching and learning family oriented academy.
Grade Levels
Grades K—8
Eligibility
- Reside in the DeKalb County School District
- Completed application from school website
Lottery Priority Pools
- Siblings of Currently Enrolled students
- At large
Selection Process
Random lottery selection process based on seat availability Selection Process
Transportation
Parents must provide transportation for students receiving placement at DeKalb Academy of Technology and Environment.
Contact
Mr. McCladdie, Headmaster/CEO
1492 Kelton Drive
Stone Mountain, GA 30083
678-999-9290
website
Note: This is not a DeKalb County School District School Choice Program. Please contact the Charter School directly.
Program Description
Rigorous College Preparatory Program; The mission of DeKalb PATH Academy is to create a safe and nurturing learning environment for refugee, immigrant and local children from the Chamblee, Doraville and Clarkston areas in DeKalb County, Georgia and to provide the opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills, and character needed to succeed in top-quality high schools, colleges, and the competitive world regardless of their socio-economic and linguistic barriers.
Special Features
Longer school day. Serves large English to the Speakers of Other Languages population
Grade Levels
5–8
Eligibility
- Reside in the DeKalb County School District within zip codes outlined in our charter
- Completed application from school website
Lottery Priority Pools
Random lottery selection process based on seat availability
Transportation
Transportation is provided when available to all student
Feeder Schools
Most Elementary schools in Doraville, Chamblee & Clarkston
Contact
Mrs. Crystal Clarke, Principal
3007 Hermance Drive
Atlanta, GA 30319
404-846-3242
website
Note: This is not a Dekalb County School District School Choice Program. Please contact the Charter School directly.
DeKalb Preparatory Academy is the diverse K—7 community where teachers, children, parents, and leaders learn together. Students cultivate knowledge and learn to think critically and act collaboratively and compassionately. Our experiential curriculum intertwines sciences, humanities, and the arts to prepare children to shape our world.
Special Features
We believe in our responsibility to partner with parents, creating an ideal environment in which students will have the opportunity to: Strive for academic excellence; Explore a diverse curriculum; Prepare to succeed in a global environment; Provide service to a growing community; Participate in character education, developing a respect for others through; exemplary mentorship; Experience cooperative educational communities in all content areas from fine arts to technology; Develop into life-long learners; Infuse technology as a learning tool to support the instructional program.
Grade Levels
K-7
Eligibility
- Reside in the DeKalb County School District
- Completed application from school website
Selection Process
Random lottery selection process based on seat availability
Transportation
Parents must provide transportation for students receiving placement at DeKalb Preparatory Academy.’
Contact
Dr. Lenise Bostic, Head of School
1402 Austin Drive
Decatur, Georgia 30032
404.937.2000
Note: This is not a Dekalb County School District School Choice Program. Please contact the Charter School directly.
Leadership Preparatory Academy (LPA) is a public Charter School approved by the Georgia State Board of Education and the DeKalb County Board of Education that opened in August 2010. A strong academic program is the cornerstone of LPA. While we build leaders, we realize that effective leadership can only be attained concurrently with a strong academic foundation in reading, writing, computing, high order thinking, and creativity. We believe that as students learn and acquire these skills, they will become self-actualized and independent learners, accepting responsibility for setting and attaining goals. LPA has a unique curriculum designed to promote an awareness in students of their leadership potential at many levels including home, school, the workplace and in local, state and national communities. Students will understand and model multiple leadership traits such as responsibility, courage, reliability, self-reliance, vision, tolerance and initiative.
Special Features
Small class sizes compared to traditional schools; School Uniform; leadership development curriculum; Parent workshops; 20 hour parent volunteer component.
Grade Levels
Grades K—8
Eligibility
- Reside in the DeKalb County School District
- Completed application from school website
Lottery Priority Pools
- At large
Selection Process
Random lottery selection process based on seat availability
Transportation
Parents must provide transportation for students receiving placement at Leadership Preparatory Academy.
Contact
Leadership Preparatory Academy (LPA)
Ms. Janel Turner, Chief Academic Officer
6400 Woodrow Road
Lithonia, GA 30038
678.526.2588
website
Note: This is not a Dekalb County School District School Choice Program. Please contact the Charter School directly.
The GLOBE Academy is a dual language immersion charter school serving K—8 students in the DeKalb County School District of Metro Atlanta. Our dual language immersion model in Spanish, French and Mandarin prepares our students to be globally-minded citizens in the 21st century who possess the knowledge, skills and attitudes to effect positive change in our world. We use the educational best practices of constructivism and the workshop model to provide hands-on, project-based learning in language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, music and the arts. Due to the rigorous nature of our immersion program, we only accept new students in kindergarten, first grade, and sixth grade.
Special Features
Dual Language Immersion (French, Mandarin or Spanish), 50% of instruction is delivered through the second language.
Grade Levels
K—1
Eligibility
- Reside in the DeKalb County School District
- Meet state age requirements for kindergarten and first grade attendance
- Completed application from school website
Lottery Priority Pools
- Siblings of currently attending students
- Children of full-time staff members or board of directors members
- At large
Selection Process
Random lottery selection process based on seat availability
Transportation
Parents must provide transportation to and from The GLOBE Academy.
Contact
The GLOBE Academy
Ms. Christi Elliott-Earby, Head of School
Lower Campus (K—3)
2225 Heritage Drive NE
Atlanta, Georgia 30345
404.464.7040
Upper Campus (4-8)
4105 Briarcliff Rd.
Atlanta, Georgia 30345
470.355.4422
website
Note: This is not a Dekalb County School District School Choice Program. Please contact the Charter School directly.
Our curriculum is built on the museum model, a model that fosters exploration and discovery, giving students a strong sense of autonomy, interdependence, motivation and a joy for learning. The museum school model is based on the idea that children learn best through personal exploration and hands-on experience. The school partners with museums and other learning institutions to provide real-life experiences with classroom topics. Interactive learning expeditions to partner sites offer students a chance to ask questions, make observations, reflect on experiences and draw their own conclusions. Learning is student-centered, project-based and interdisciplinary. Curriculum is organized into nine-week thematic units, creating an integrated approach to learning as lessons and ideas from one classroom subject are reinforced in other subjects and on learning expeditions.
Special Features
Workshop model in all core subject areas; Strong emphasis on differentiated instruction; Quarterly Exhibit Nights; Bi-weekly Learning Expeditions; Interdisciplinary instruction.
Grade Levels
Grades K—8
- Reside in the DeKalb County School District
- Completed application from school website
Eligibility
- Siblings of currently attending students
- At large
Lottery Priority Pools
Random lottery selection process based on seat availability
Transportation
Parents must provide transportation for students receiving placement at The Museum School of Avondale Estates.
Contact
The Museum School of Avondale Estates
Ms. Hope Black, Principal
923 Forrest Blvd,
Decatur, GA 30030
404-289-0320
website
Note: This is not a Dekalb County School District School Choice Program. Please contact the Charter School directly.
International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP). The focus of ICS is on educating the whole child, seeking to develop the innate curiosity of our students while celebrating cultural differences in a challenging, nurturing and intentionally multi-ethnic environment. With the dedication of our faculty and staff, the steadfast support of parents and the larger community, International Community School has created a learning environment second to none. We fiercely protect our students’ right to music, art, language, physical education and recess while insisting that they meet progress requirements in language arts, social sciences, mathematics and earth science.
Special Features
After school Programs; Gifted Program; Community Outreach Program; Creative Arts Workshops; Academic Support Programs.
Grade Levels
Grades K—5
Eligibility
- Reside in DeKalb County School District
- Completed application from school website
Lottery Priority Pools
- Siblings of currently attending students
- At large
Selection Process
Random lottery selection process based on seat availability
Transportation
Parents must provide transportation.
Contact
Ms. Diamond Jefferies, Principal
2418 Wood Trail Lane
Decatur, GA 30033
404.499.8968
website
House Bill (HB) 251, is a transfer option allowing students to enroll in another school outside of their attendance area within the DeKalb County School District (DCSD) based on seat availability after the school’s assigned students have been enrolled. In compliance with the law, the DeKalb County School district began offering transfers through HB 251 in July 2009.
Special Features
A variety of special features based on the selected school.
Grade Levels
K—12
Eligibility
- Reside in the DeKalb County School District
- Completed application
Lottery Priority Pools
- At large
- Siblings of Currently Enrolled students
Selection Process
Random lottery selection process based on seat availability.
HB 251 List of Elementary Schools 2024-2025
- Austin ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Avondale ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Barack Obama ES – seats available grades k – 5
- Bob Mathis ES – seats available grades k – 5
- Brockett ES – seats available grades k – 5
- Browns Mill ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Canby Lane ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Cary Reynolds ES – seats available grades k – 5
- Cedar Grove ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Chapel Hill ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Columbia ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Dresden ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Dunaire ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Dunwoody ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Fernbank ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Hambrick ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Indian Creek ES – seats available grades K – 5
- John Lewis ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Kingsley ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Laurel Ridge ES – seats available grades K – 5
- McLendon ES – seats available grades K – 5
- McNair DLA ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Midvale ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Murphey Candler ES – seats available grades 4 – 5
- Oak Grove ES – seats available grades k – 5
- Oak View ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Peachcrest ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Pine Ridge ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Pleasantdale ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Princeton ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Rainbow ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Redan ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Rock Chapel ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Rowland ES – seats available grades k – 5
- Shadow Rock ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Smoke Rise ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Snapfinger ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Stone Mill ES – seats available grades k – 5
- Stone Mountain ES – seats available grades k – 5
- Toney ES – seats available grades K – 5
- Vanderlyn ES – seats available grades k – 5
Transportation
Transportation is not provided; parents must transport
Feeder Schools
Students will not receive an enrollment preference for the feeder middle school or high school.
Contact
The School Choice Department
1701 Mountain Industrial Boulevard
Stone Mountain, GA 30083
678.678.0035
Employees must submit applications by the deadlines as set by the Superintendent or their designee which coincides with the School Choice Open Enrollment deadline each year (generally February). Late applications are processed and approved based on seat availability of the school and are not guaranteed seat placement.
Special Features
Enrollment under this provision is to only enroll in the general education program. Employees who live in the DeKalb County School District and wish to enroll their children into any of the special programs offered during School Choice Open Enrollment must meet all
Eligibility
requirements and must submit an application to enter the lottery and select the program/s of choice for their child.
Grade Levels
Grades K—12
Eligibility
- Full-time employee
- Completed application
Selection Process
DeKalb County School District makes provisions for employees who work full-time for the DeKalb County School District to enroll their children into the school in which they work or a school in the vertical feeder-pattern of the school in which they work. Enrollment under this provision is into the general education program only. Provisions are granted based on seat availability for applications received during the Open Enrollment period. Late applications are accepted and approved based on seat availability.
Transportation
The employee is responsible for all transportation.
Feeder Schools
If approval is granted for an elementary or middle school student, that approval will not extend over to middle school or high school automatically. The employee must request permission during School choice Open Enrollment for a student to be approved to the next level (middle or high school).
Contact
Employee Student Transfer Requests
678-676-0035
school_choice@dekalbschoolsga.org
eBoard Policy
Special Features
Lab-oriented science program scientific method of investigative problem solving; Interdisciplinary approach to curriculum; World Language (German); Student/school participation in competitions at many levels; Parental involvement encouraged; Instrumental music taught daily; 21st Century Learning environment (ActivBoards, iPads, Laptops, Video Production, 3D Printing and more).
Grade Levels
Grades 4—6
Eligibility
- Reside in DeKalb County School District
- Complete application;
- 3.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) or higher in all four core subject areas on the 2023-2024 Fall report card.
- Scores from the Fall MAP assessment for the 2023-2024 school year are used for
Eligibility
- MAP Total Reading score of 75th percentile (or higher)
- MAP Total Math score of 75th percentile (or higher)
- Note: Student enrolled in Kittredge will need to re-apply through lottery for a seat at Chapel Hill Middle
Lottery Priority Pools
- At Large Pool – all DeKalb County resident students
- Multiple Birth Siblings – only eligible multiple birth siblings when applying at the same time (during the same school choice application year), same grade level, and same program
Selection Process
Grades 5—6: 1st round of lottery – 3 eligible students from each elementary school are selected. If school does not have three eligible applicants, the unfilled seat is then filled in the 2nd round from the wait list that is generated if number of seats available are less than number of eligible applicants.
Transportation
Parents/guardians of the students selected via lottery choose a satellite pick-up location in their region for transportation to all magnet programs/schools. The most current DeKalb County transportation policy will be followed for the magnet programs/schools.
Feeder School
Kittredge feeds into Chamblee Middle School, Chamblee High School
Contact
Kittredge Magnet School
Dr. Laura Neely, Principal
2383 N. Druid Hills Rd. NE Atlanta, GA 30329
678.874.6602
website
Special Features
STEM-Ready School (STEM certification); Drama (Performance Arts taught daily); Team Sports (Soccer Team); Lab-oriented science program scientific method of investigative problem solving; Interdisciplinary approach to curriculum; World Language (Spanish); Student/school participation in competitions at many levels; Parental involvement encouraged; Instrumental music taught daily; 21st Century Learning environment (ActivBoards, iPads, Laptops, Video Production, 3D Printing and more)
Grade Levels
Grades 4—8
Eligibility
- Reside in DeKalb County School District
- Complete application;
- 3.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) or higher in all four core subject areas on the 2023-2024 Fall report card
- Scores from the Fall MAP assessment for the 2023-2024 school year are used for
Eligibility
- MAP Total Reading score of 75th percentile (or higher)
- MAP Total Math score of 75th percentile (or higher)
- Note: Student enrolled in Wadsworth will need to reapply through lottery for a seat at Chamblee Middle
Lottery Priority Pools
- At Large Pool – all DeKalb County resident students.
- Multiple Birth Siblings – only eligible multiple birth siblings when applying at the same time (during the same school choice application year), same grade level, and same program
Selection Process
Grades 5—6: 1st round of lottery – 3 eligible students from each elementary school are selected. If school does not have three eligible applicants, the unfilled seat is then filled in the 2nd round from the wait list that is generated if number of seats available are less than number of eligible applicants.
Transportation
Parents/guardians of the students selected via lottery choose a satellite pick-up location in their region for transportation to all magnet programs/schools. The most current DeKalb County transportation policy will be followed for the magnet programs/schools.
Feeder Schools
Wadsworth feeds into Chapel Hill Middle School, Southwest DeKalb High School
Contact
Wadsworth Magnet School
Mrs. Ledra Jemison, Principal
3039 Santa Monica Drive, Decatur, GA 30032
678-874-2402 website
Special Features
Rigorous academic program in all areas of curriculum; Accelerated courses
World language taught daily (German); Multicultural literature-based program; Integrated curriculum; Laboratories; Parental involvement; Computer-assisted instruction; The latest educational technology used throughout the curriculum.
Grade Levels
Grades 7—8
Eligibility
- Reside in DeKalb County School District
- Complete application;
- 3.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) or higher in all four core subject areas on the 2023-2024 Fall report card.
- Scores from the Fall MAP assessment for the 2023-2024 school year are used for
Eligibility
- MAP Total Reading score of 75th percentile (or higher)
- MAP Total Math score of 75th percentile (or higher)
- Note: Student enrolled in Chamblee Middle will need to re-apply through lottery for a seat at Southwest DeKalb High
Lottery Priority Pools
Home Area Pool – Students currently enrolled at the school.
At Large Pool – All other DeKalb County resident students.
Multiple Birth Siblings – only eligible multiple birth siblings when applying at the same time (during the same school choice application year), same grade level, and same program.
Selection Process
Random lottery selection process based on seat availability. Wait list will be generated if number of seats available are less than number of eligible applicants.
Transportation
The most current DeKalb County transportation policy will be followed for the magnet programs/schools. During the school year, students will report to designated satellite pickup locations in their region for transportation to all magnet programs/schools.
Feeder Schools
Chamblee Middle School feeds into Chamblee High School
Contact
Chamblee Middle School
Mr. Brenton Williams, Principal
3601 Sexton Woods Dr. Chamblee, GA 30341
678.874.8202
website
Special Features
Rigorous academic program in all areas of curriculum; Accelerated courses
World language taught daily (Spanish); Multicultural literature-based program; Integrated curriculum; Laboratories; Parental involvement; Computer-assisted instruction; The latest educational technology used throughout the curriculum.
Grade Levels
Grades 7—8
Eligibility
- Reside in DeKalb County School District
- Complete application;
- 3.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) or higher in all four core subject areas on the 2023-2024 Fall report card.
- Scores from the Fall MAP assessment for the 2023-2024 school year are used for
Eligibility
.
- MAP Total Reading score of 75th percentile (or higher)
- MAP Total Math score of 75th percentile (or higher)
- Note: Student enrolled in Chapel Hill Middle will need to re-apply through lottery for a seat at Chamblee High.
Lottery Priority Pools
Home Area Pool – Students currently enrolled at the school.
At Large Pool – All other DeKalb County resident students.
Multiple Birth Siblings – only eligible multiple birth siblings when applying at the same time (during the same school choice application year), same grade level, and same program.
Selection Process
Random lottery selection process based on seat availability. Wait list will be generated if number of seats available are less than number of eligible applicants.
Transportation
The most current DeKalb County transportation policy will be followed for the magnet programs/schools. During the school year, students will report to designated satellite pickup locations in their region for transportation to all magnet programs/schools.
Feeder Schools
Chapel Hill Middle School feeds into Southwest DeKalb High School
Contact
Chapel Hill Middle School
Ms. Ayana Smith, Principal
3535 Dogwood Farm Road,
Decatur, GA 30034
678.676.8502
website
The IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), for students aged 11-14, recognizes that students in this age group are particularly sensitive to social and cultural influences and are struggling to define themselves and their relations to others. The programme helps students develop the skills to cope with this period of uncertainty. It encourages them to think critically and independently, to work collaboratively and to take a disciplined approach to studying. The MYP seeks to give students an international perspective—to help them become informed about the experiences of people and cultures throughout the world. It also fosters a commitment to help others and to act as a responsible member of the community at the local, national, and international levels.
Schools
Druid Hills Middle School, Salem Middle School, Tucker Middle School
Special Features
Requires the study of a world language; Promotes international mindedness; Encourages a positive attitude to learning by engaging students in units of study that develop their awareness of the process of learning so that they become lifelong learners. Reflects real life by encouraging learning beyond traditional subjects with meaningful, in-depth inquiries into real world issues; Supports the development of communication skills to encourage inquiry, understanding, language acquisition, and to allow student reflection and expression. Exposes students to an internationally recognized curriculum; Emphasizes through the Learner Profile, the development of the whole student—physically, intellectually, emotionally, and ethically utilizes best practices; Provides continuous teacher training. Implements collaborative, interdisciplinary teaching units.
Grade Levels
Grades 6—8
Eligibility
• Reside in DeKalb County School District
Lottery Priority Pools
Druid Hills and Tucker Middle Schools:
- Previous IB experience Pool: 1st priority is given to students with previous IB experience
- Regional Pool: 50% seats for students who reside outside of school’s attendance area but within the attendance area of Region 2 elementary and middle schools.
- At Large Pool: 50% seats for all DeKalb resident applicants living outside of Region 2 attendance area.
Salem Middle School is in Region 4:
- Previous IB experience Pool: 1st priority is given to students with previous IB experience
- Regional Pool: 50% seats for students who reside outside of school’s attendance area but within the attendance area of region 4 elementary and middle schools.
- At Large Pool: 50% seats for all DeKalb resident applicants living outside of Region 4 attendance area.
Selection Process
Selection is through a random lottery. A wait list will be generated if number of seats is less than the number of available seats.
Transportation
Parents are responsible for transportation of the student to and from school if residing out of the attendance area of the IB MYP school.
Feeder Schools
Salem Middle to Martin Luther King Jr. High; Tucker Middle to Tucker High; Druid Hills Middle to Druid Hills High
Contact
Druid Hills Middle School
Ms. Jacqueline Taylor, Principal
3100 Mount Olive Drive
Decatur, GA 30033
678.874.7602
website
Salem Middle School
Mr. Terence Harvey, Principal
5333 Salem Road
Lithonia, GA 30058
678.676.9402
website
Tucker Middle school
Dr. Kathy Cunningham, Principal
2160 Idlewood Road
Tucker, GA 30084
678.875.0902
website
Special Features
Required parental involvement; Emphasis on core subjects; High academic standards and expectations; Exposure to a world language; strict conduct code; required uniform/strict dress code.
Emphasis on critical thinking and problem solving; Required summer reading and mathematics activities; required challenging daily homework; Tutorial programs; Activity-based instruction “Agenda” planners; Interdisciplinary instruction.
Grade Levels
6—8
Eligibility
- Reside in the DeKalb County School District
- Complete application
Lottery Priority Pools
- Rising 6th grade Theme
- Feeder school
- Siblings of Currently Enrolled students
Selection Process
A lottery is conducted to randomly select students to enroll in the theme school. Seats distributed among the feeder schools are based on the schools with the greatest need for relief due to space constraints or greatest enrollment
Transportation
Current transportation structure will be maintained. During the current school year, middle school students will report to selected satellite pickup locations for transportation to Champion Theme Middle School.
Feeder Schools
None
Contact
The Champion School
Mr. Antoine Rhodes, Principal
5265 Mimosa Drive
Stone Mountain, GA 30087
678.875.1502 website
Grade Levels
Grades K—12
Eligibility
- The students parent currently resides within GA and has been a GA resident for at least one calendar year however, that the one-year requirement shall not apply if the students parent is an active-duty military service member stationed in GA within the previous year; AND
- The student had an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) in effect during the 2023-2024 school year; AND
- The student spent the prior school year in attendance* at a GA public school.
*Prior school year in attendance – the student was enrolled and reported by a public school system or school systems for funding purposes at the time of both FTE program counts, conducted each school year in October and March. See OCGA 20-2-2112 (5).
Prior school year in attendance shall not apply if:
- The students parent is an active-duty military service member stationed in GA within the previous year; OR
- The student has been adopted or placed in a permanent guardianship from foster care pursuant to an order issued by a court of competent jurisdiction within the previous year; OR
- The student previously qualified for a scholarship as provided in state law.
Please note that previously qualified only waives the prior school year in attendance provision, all other requirements including having an IEP in the previous school year and enrollment in a public school are still in effect.
Lottery Priority Pools
- At Large pool
- Siblings of currently enrolled students
Selection Process
Random lottery selection process based on seat availability.
SB 10 Middle Schools 2024-2025
- Bethune MS – seats available grades 6 – 8
- Cedar Grove MS – seats available grades 6 – 8
- Chapel Hill MS – seats available grades 6 – 8
- Chamblee MS – seats available grades 6 – 8
- Lithonia MS – seats available grades 6 – 8
- Columbia MS – seats available grades 6 – 8
- Druid Hills MS – seats available grades 6 – 8
- Freedom MS – seats available grades 6 – 8
- Henderson MS – seats available grades 6 – 8
- McNair MS – seats available grades 6 – 8
- Miller Grove MS – seats available grades 6 – 8
- Redan MS – seats available grades 6 – 8
- Salem MS – seats available grades 6 – 8
- Stephenson MS – seats available grades 6 – 8
- Stone Mountain MS – seats available grades 6 – 8
Transportation
Parents must provide transportation.
Feeder Schools
None
Contact
Senate Bill 10
Special Education Department
East DeKalb Campus
5839 Memorial Drive
Stone Mountain GA, 30083
678.676.1809
Special Features
Enriched science/math courses; Integration of technology into course work Emphasis on inquiry skills; Laboratory–based math and science studies; Computer lab; Parental involvement encouraged.
Grade Levels
Grades 6—8
Eligibility
- Reside in DeKalb County School District
- Complete application
- GPA 3.0 (or higher) core subject grade point average on the 2022-2023 Fall report card
Lottery Priority Pools
Home Area Pool – Eligible students currently enrolled in Columbia Middle.
At Large Pool – All DeKalb County resident students.
Multiple Birth Siblings – only eligible multiple birth siblings when applying at the same time (during the same school choice application year), same grade level, and same program
Selection Process
Random lottery selection process based on seat availability. Wait list will be generated if number of seats available are less than number of eligible applicants.
Transportation
Parents/guardians of the students selected via lottery choose a satellite pick-up location in their region for transportation to all magnet programs/schools. The most current DeKalb County transportation policy and bus schedule will be followed for the magnet programs.
Feeder Schools
Columbia High School
Contact
Columbia Middle School
Mr. Marcus Searcy, Principal
3001 Columbia Drive,
Decatur, GA 30034
678.875.0502
website
Special Features
Weekly dance, drama, general music and visual arts instruction for all students in grades K—3; Dance, drama, vocal music, instrumental music and visual arts courses are taught by instructors who work or have worked professionally in their arts discipline; General music instruction includes instruction involving instruments, keyboarding and recorder instruction for all students in grade 3; Two dance studios equipped with mirrors, bars and Rosco Performance floor; Instruction in various styles of dance (primarily ballet, Jazz, lyrical and modern). Instruction in musical theatre; two arts related field trips; Audition based performing groups (Additional activity fee required). Performances enhanced by costumes, props and sets.
Grade Levels
Grades 6—8
Eligibility
Grades 6-7: Reside in the DeKalb County School District; Completed online application;
Grades 6-7: All grades 4—8 applicants are required to submit the School Choice online application. All applicants should download, print and submit the “paper” audition application packet directly to the school. All applicants must complete the DESA Audition in two arts disciplines; 3.0 (or higher) core subject grade point average on the 2023-2024 Fall report card.
Lottery Priority Pools
None
Selection Process
Grades 6-7: Interview and audition in two arts areas for grades 6—8; Academic and Arts recommendation forms for grades 6—8. Students will be ranked by score earned and seat placement offered as per the ranking order until available seats are filled. Remaining eligible applicants will be wait listed and offered a seat when a seat is available.
Transportation
Parents/guardians of the students selected via lottery choose a satellite pick-up location in their region for transportation to all magnet programs/schools. The most current DeKalb County transportation policy will be followed for the magnet programs/schools.
Feeder Schools
None
Contact
DeKalb Elementary School of Arts
Mrs. Bianca Hamilton, Principal
3130 Old Rockbridge Road,
Avondale Estates, GA 30002
678.874.1302
website
Note: This is not a DeKalb County School District School Choice Program. Please contact the Charter School directly.
Providing a blended technology and environmental curriculum, while offering a rigorous high school preparatory program. The mission of the DeKalb Academy of Technology and Environment, Inc. is to educate a student population about the essential need to consider environmental ramifications of technology and other business decisions, via a hands-on, community-oriented instructional curriculum. The school will improve student achievement through an academic and organizational curriculum which: Recognizes the important link between technology and the environment; Promotes higher order thinking skills – critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making; Motivates students by offering a real world context for learning; Engages learners in investigative, hands-on/minds-on, student –centered, and cooperative activities between industry and environmental groups; Advances educational reform goals; Correlates to state and national academic standards; Considers the environment in its totality, i.e., the co-existence of business and the Environment; and, Promotes continuous lifelong learning.
Special Features
STEM Accredited School; Advanced Technology Studies; Advanced Environmental Studies; Active Engagement and Socratic Teaching Methods; Differentiated Lessons and Constructivist Model; Project based and interdisciplinary teaching and learning family oriented academy.
Grade Levels
Grades K—8
Eligibility
- Reside in the DeKalb County School District
- Completed application from school website
Lottery Priority Pools
- Siblings of Currently Enrolled students
- At large
Selection Process
Random lottery selection process based on seat availability.
Transportation
Parents must provide transportation for students receiving placement at DeKalb Academy of technology and Environment. If an approval is granted for an elementary or middle school student, that approval will not extend over to middle school or high school automatically. The employee must request permission during School choice Open Enrollment for a student to be approved to the next level (middle or high school).
Feeder Schools
None
Contact
Mr. McCladdie, Headmaster/CEO
1492 Kelton Drive
Stone Mountain, GA 30083
678.999.9290
website
Note: This is not a Dekalb County School District School Choice Program. Please contact the Charter School directly.
Rigorous College Preparatory Program; The mission of DeKalb PATH Academy is to create a safe and nurturing learning environment for refugee, immigrant and local children from the Chamblee, Doraville and Clarkston areas in DeKalb County, GA and to provide the opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills, and character needed to succeed in top-quality high schools, colleges, and the competitive world regardless of their socio-economic and linguistic barriers.
Special Features
Longer school day. Serves large English to the Speakers of Other Languages population.
Grade Levels
5–8
Eligibility
- Reside in DeKalb County School District
- Completed application from school website
Lottery Priority Pools
- Siblings of Currently Enrolled students
- Children of full-time staff members or governing board members
Selection Process
Random lottery selection process based on seat availability
Transportation
Parents must provide transportation for students receiving placement at Clarkston Library: North Indian Creek
Feeder Schools
Most Elementary schools in Doraville, Chamblee & Clarkston
Contact
Mrs. Crystal Clarke, Principal
3007 Hermance Drive
Atlanta, GA 30319
404-846-3242
website
Note: This is not a Dekalb County School District School Choice Program. Please contact the Charter School directly.
DeKalb Preparatory Academy is the diverse K—7 community where teachers, children, parents, and leaders learn together. Students cultivate knowledge and learn to think critically and act collaboratively and compassionately. Our experiential curriculum intertwines sciences, humanities, and the arts to prepare children to shape our world.
Special Features
We believe in our responsibility to partner with parents, creating an ideal environment in which students will have the opportunity to: Strive for academic excellence; Explore a diverse curriculum; Prepare to succeed in a global environment; Provide service to a growing community; Participate in character education, developing a respect for others through; exemplary mentorship; Experience cooperative educational communities in all content areas from fine arts to technology; Develop into life-long learners; Infuse technology as a learning tool to support the instructional program.
Grade Levels
Grades K—7
Eligibility
- Reside in the DeKalb County School District
- Completed application from school website
Lottery Priority Pools
None
Selection Process
Random lottery selection process based on seat availability
Transportation
Parents must provide transportation for students receiving placement at DeKalb Preparatory Academy.
Feeder Schools
None
Contact
Dr. Lenise Bostic, Head of School
1402 Austin Drive
Decatur, GA 30032
404.937.2000
website
Note: This is not a Dekalb County School District School Choice Program. Please contact the Charter School directly.
Rigorous College Preparatory Program; The mission of DeKalb PATH Academy is to create a safe and nurturing learning environment for refugee, immigrant and local children from the Chamblee, Doraville and Clarkston areas in DeKalb County, GA and to provide the opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills, and character needed to succeed in top-quality high schools, colleges, and the competitive world regardless of their socio-economic and linguistic barriers.
Special Features
Small class sizes compared to traditional schools; School Uniform; leadership development curriculum; Parent workshops; 20 hour parent volunteer component.
Grade Levels
Grades K—8
Eligibility
- Reside in the DeKalb County School District
- Completed application from school website
Lottery Priority Pools
- At large
Selection Process
Random lottery selection process based on seat availability.
Transportation
Parents must provide transportation for students receiving placement at Leadership Preparatory Academy.
Contact
Leadership Preparatory Academy (LPA)
Dr. Tonya Williams, Chief Academic Officer
6400 Woodrow Road Lithonia, GA 30038
678.526.2588
website
Note: This is not a Dekalb County School District School Choice Program. Please contact the Charter School directly.
Tapestry Public Charter School opened in August 2014 as an inclusion middle and high school offering an individualized, student-driven, experiential, sensory-based learning environment. Tapestry utilizes small, co-taught classes with authentic hands-on learning experiences and flexible groupings. Differentiated instruction ensures access to both accelerated and modified curricula, engaging and challenging students in a supportive environment that is optimal for achievement. All course content is aligned with the GA Standards of Excellence.
Special Features
Individualized learning plans and academic support for all students; inclusive classrooms and school environment; positive school culture; co-taught core classes by passionate teachers who care about the education of all children; 8:1 student / teacher ratio in core classes; Universal Design for Learning (UDL) as a framework for differentiating classroom practices; modified school environment to accommodate sensory needs; state-of-the-art sensory rooms; specialized programming for students with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD); gifted program; commitment to arts (visual arts, drama, and music); drama program supported by partnerships with the Alliance Theatre; daily physical education, movement, and fresh air breaks; technology focus; all students receive a Chromebook; school garden maintained by Tapestry students and staff.
Grade Levels
6-11
Eligibility
- Reside in the DeKalb County School District
- Completed application from school website
Lottery Priority Pools
None
Selection Process
Random lottery selection process based on seat availability
Transportation
Parents must provide transportation for students receiving placement at Tapestry Public Charter School.
Contact
The GLOBE Academy
Ms. Christi Elliott-Earby, Head of School
Lower Campus (K—3)
2225 Heritage Drive NE
Atlanta, GA 30345
404.464.7040
Upper Campus (4-8)
4105 Briarcliff Rd.
Atlanta, GA 30345
470.355.4422′
website
Note: This is not a Dekalb County School District School Choice Program. Please contact the Charter School directly.
The GLOBE Academy is a dual language immersion charter school serving K—8 students in the DeKalb County School District of Metro Atlanta. Our dual language immersion model in Spanish, French and Mandarin prepares our students to be globally-minded citizens in the 21st century who possess the knowledge, skills and attitudes to effect positive change in our world. We use the educational best practices of constructivism and the workshop model to provide hands-on, project-based learning in language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, music and the arts. Due to the rigorous nature of our immersion program, we only accept new students in kindergarten, first grade, and sixth grade.
Special Features
Dual Language Immersion (French, Mandarin or Spanish), 50% of instruction is delivered through the second language.
Grade Levels
K—6
Eligibility
- Reside in the DeKalb County School District
- Meet state age requirements for kindergarten and first grade attendance
- Completed application from school website
Lottery Priority Pools
- Siblings of currently enrolled students
- Children of full-time staff members or board of directors members
- At large
Selection Process
Random lottery selection process based on seat availability.
Transportation
Parents must provide transportation to and from The GLOBE Academy.
Contact
The GLOBE Academy
Ms. Christi Elliott-Earby, Head of School
Lower Campus (K—3)
2225 Heritage Drive NE,
Atlanta, GA 30345
404.464.7040
Upper Campus (4-8)
4105 Briarcliff Rd.
Atlanta, GA 30345
470.355-.4422
website
Note: This is not a Dekalb County School District School Choice Program. Please contact the Charter School directly.
Our curriculum is built on the museum model, a model that fosters exploration and discovery, giving students a strong sense of autonomy, interdependence, motivation and a joy for learning. The museum school model is based on the idea that children learn best through personal exploration and hands-on experience. The school partners with museums and other learning institutions to provide real-life experiences with classroom topics. Interactive learning expeditions to partner sites offer students a chance to ask questions, make observations, reflect on experiences and draw their own conclusions. Learning is student-centered, project-based and interdisciplinary. Curriculum is organized into nine-week thematic units, creating an integrated approach to learning as lessons and ideas from one classroom subject are reinforced in other subjects and on learning expeditions.
Special Features
Workshop model in all core subject areas; Strong emphasis on differentiated instruction; Quarterly Exhibit Nights; Bi-weekly Learning Expeditions; Interdisciplinary instruction
Grade Levels
K—8
Eligibility
- Reside in the DeKalb County School District
- Completed application from school website
Lottery Priority Pools
- Siblings of Currently Enrolled students
- At large
Selection Process
Random lottery selection process based on seat availability
Transportation
Parents must provide transportation for students receiving placement at The Museum School of Avondale Estates.
Contact
The Museum School of avondale Estates
Katherine Kelbaugh, Principal
923 Forrest Blvd.
Decatur, GA 30030
404.289.0320
website
Special Features
A variety of special features based on the selected school.
Grade Levels
K—12
Eligibility
- Reside in the DeKalb County School District
- Completed application
Lottery Priority Pools
- At large
- Siblings of Currently Enrolled students
Selection Process
Random lottery selection process based on seat availability.
HB 251 Middle Schools 2024-2025
- Bethune MS – seats available grades 6 – 8
- Cedar Grove MS – seats available grades 6 – 8
- Chamblee MS – seats available grades 6 – 8
- Chapel Hill MS – seats available grades 6 – 8
- Columbia MS – seats available grades 6 – 8
- Druid Hills MS – seats available grades 6 – 8
- Freedom MS – seats available grades 6 – 8
- Henderson MS – seats available grades 6 – 8
- Lithonia MS – seats available grades 6 – 8
- McNair MS – seats available grades 6 – 8
- Miller Grove MS – seats available grades 6 – 8
- Redan MS – seats available grades 6 – 8
- Salem MS – seats available grades 6 – 8
- Stephenson MS – seats available grades 6 – 8
- Stone Mountain MS – seats available grades 6 – 8
Transportation
Parents must provide transportation.
Feeder Schools
Students will not receive an enrollment preference for the feeder middle school or high school.
Contact
The School Choice Department
1701 Mountain Industrial Boulevard
Stone Mountain, GA 30083
678-678-0035
In keeping with the fundamental principles of the national early college high school initiative, we strive to maximize college exposure to young people who can excel in this rigorous academic environment, namely underrepresented populations such as low-income (Title I school), first-generation college goers, female scholars, and students of color. The increased academic rigor, compressed time frame for beginning post-secondary work, and required commitment to community service leads to tremendous successes as a school and for our numerous graduates who have gone on to highly esteemed universities to pursue Bachelor’s degrees and so much more.
Grade Levels
Grades 9—12
Selection Process
The application for DECA is separate from School Choice. Prospective student information may be found here.
Contact
DeKalb Early College Academy (DECA)
Edward L. Conner, Principal
1701 Mountain Industrial Blvd
Stone Mountain, GA 30083
678.875.2402 (Main)
770.934.9781 (Fax)
http://www.deca.dekalb.k12.ga.us/” target=”_blank”>website
Special Features
Challenging academic program. Accelerated and Advanced Placement courses. Parental involvement. Well-equipped labs. Focus on global experiences. Technology and multimedia curricular infusion.
Grade Levels
Grades 9—12
Eligibility
- Residency in DeKalb County School District;
- Complete application
- 3.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) or higher in all four core subject areas on the 2023-2024 Fall report card
- 9th and 10th Grade – MAP Assessment Reading score of 75th percentile (or higher); MAP Assessment Math score of 75th percentile (or higher). Fall scores for the 2023-2024 school year are used for eligibility.
- Note: Students enrolled in Chamblee High will need to re-apply through lottery for a seat at Southwest DeKalb High. Similarly, students enrolled in Southwest DeKalb High will need to reapply through lottery for a seat at Chamblee High.
- Note: Private, homeschooled and out of DCSD applicants must submit M.A.P. test score report by the last date of Open Enrollment for the application to be eligible.
Prerequisite
- Prerequisite for 9th Grade seat Seat – eligible MAP test scores (75% percentile or higher in both Reading and Math)
- Prerequisite for 10th Grade Seat – eligible MAP test scores (75% percentile or higher in both Reading and Math); Accelerated or Advanced core 9th grade courses (Civics/Geography, Biology, Algebra I or Coordinate Alg/Analytic Geometry, 9th grade Literature)
- Prerequisite for 11th Grade Seat – 10th grade advanced or accelerated level core curriculum courses (Accelerated World Literature, Acc. or AP World History, Chemistry, Accelerated Geometry or Advanced Algebra) and world language.
- Prerequisite for 12th Grade Seat – 11th grade advanced or accelerated core courses (Physics, Pre-Calculus, Acc. or AP American Literature, Acc. or AP American History) and more than two Carnegie units of world language.
Lottery Priority Pools
- Home Area Pool – Students currently residing in the attendance area of the school.
- At Large Pool – all other DeKalb County resident students.
- Multiple Birth Siblings – only eligible multiple birth siblings when applying at the same time (during the same school choice application year), same grade level, and same program
Selection Process
Random lottery based on seat availability. Wait list will be generated if number of seats available are less than number of eligible applicants.
Selection Process
Parents/guardians of the students selected via lottery choose a satellite pick-up location in their region for transportation to all magnet programs/schools.
Transportation
The most current DeKalb County transportation policy will be followed for the magnet programs/schools.
Feeder Schools
Chamblee Middle to Chamblee High
Contact
Chamblee High School
Ms. Gail Barnes, Principal
3688 Chamblee-Dunwoody Road
Chamblee, GA 30341
678.676.6902
website
Special Features
Challenging academic program. Accelerated and Advanced Placement courses. Parental involvement. Well-equipped labs. Focus on global experiences. Technology and multimedia curricular infusion.
Grade Levels
Grades 9—12
Eligibility
- Residency in DeKalb County School District;
- Complete application
- 3.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) or higher in all four core subject areas on the 2023-2024 Fall report card
- 9th and 10th Grade – MAP Assessment Reading score of 75th percentile (or higher); MAP Assessment Math score of 75th percentile (or higher). Fall scores for the 2023-2024 school year are used for eligibility.
- Note: Students enrolled in Southwest DeKalb High will need to reapply through lottery for a seat at Chamblee High. Similarly, students enrolled in Chamblee High will need to re-apply through lottery for a seat at Southwest DeKalb High.
- Note: Private, homeschooled and out of DCSD applicants must submit M.A.P. test score report by the last date of Open Enrollment for the application to be eligible.
Prerequisite
- Prerequisite for 9th Grade seat Seat – eligible MAP test scores (75% percentile or higher in both Reading and Math)
- Prerequisite for 10th Grade Seat – eligible MAP test scores (75% percentile or higher in both Reading and Math); Accelerated or Advanced core 9th grade courses (Civics/Geography, Biology, Algebra I or Coordinate Alg/Analytic Geometry, 9th grade Literature)
- Prerequisite for 11th Grade Seat – 10th grade advanced or accelerated level core curriculum courses (Accelerated World Literature, Acc. or AP World History, Chemistry, Accelerated Geometry or Advanced Algebra) and world language.
- Prerequisite for 12th Grade Seat – 11th grade advanced or accelerated core courses (Physics, Pre-Calculus, Acc. or AP American Literature, Acc. or AP American History) and more than two Carnegie units of world language.
Lottery Priority Pools
- Home Area Pool – Students currently residing in the attendance area of the school.
- At Large Pool – all other DeKalb County resident students.
- Multiple Birth Siblings – only eligible multiple birth siblings when applying at the same time (during the same school choice application year), same grade level, and same program
Selection Process
Random lottery based on seat availability. Wait list will be generated if number of seats available are less than number of eligible applicants.
Selection Process
Parents/guardians of the students selected via lottery choose a satellite pick-up location in their region for transportation to all magnet programs/schools.
Transportation
The most current DeKalb County transportation policy will be followed for the magnet programs/schools.
Feeder Schools
Chapel Hill Middle to Southwest DeKalb High
Contact
Southwest DeKalb High School
Dr. Thomas Glanton, Principal
2863 Kelley Chapel Road
Decatur, GA 30034
678.874.1902
website
Special Features
The IB preparation program promotes international mindedness as students engage in rigorous course work to prepare them for IB in grades 11—12. DP Prep students must develop proficiency in second language. CP Prep students (Tucker High) must begin CP career pathway in one of these areas: Culinary Arts, Computer Science, Engineering, or Healthcare Science. CP students must commit to completing the same pathway by 12th grade. IB Prep encourages positive attitudes towards learning by engaging students in inquiry and developing their awareness of the process of learning so that they become lifelong learners. The programme reflects real life by encouraging learning beyond traditional subjects with meaningful, in- depth inquiry into real issues. It supports the development of communication skills to encourage inquiry, understanding, and language acquisition, and it requires student reflection and self-expression. It exposes students to an internationally recognized curriculum and through the Learner Profile it emphasizes the development of the whole student physically, intellectually, emotionally, and ethically. The program utilizes best practices and provides continuous teacher collaboration with the DP and CP teachers.
Grade Levels
Grades 9-10
Eligibility
(9th Grade Seat)
- DeKalb County School District residency
- Currently enrolled in 8th grade
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- Submit both School Choice and IB online applications including transcript and video.
- World language (French or Spanish) Carnegie credits (min. 1 year preferred)
- (CP, Tucker High School) agree to begin career pathway in grade 10 (Business, Computer Science, Culinary Arts, Engineering, Healthcare Sciences, Marketing, and Software Technology)
- Two core teacher recommendations
- Application Guide
Eligibility
(10th Grade Seat)
- DeKalb County School District residency
- Currently enrolled in 9th grade
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- Submit both School Choice and IB online applications including transcript and video.
- World language (French or Spanish) Carnegie credits (min. 1 year recommended- must begin French or Spanish in grade 10)
- Advanced Placement (AP) or accelerated course credits (min. 1 year recommended)
- (CP, Tucker High School) agree to begin career pathway in grade 10 (Business, Computer Science, Culinary Arts, Engineering, Healthcare Sciences, Marketing, and Software Technology)
- Two core teacher recommendations
- Application Guide
Lottery Priority Pools
- 1st priority pool: Students currently enrolled in the feeder IB Middle School or enrolled in the IB high school AND are NOT an IB seat holder where they are applying.
- 2nd priority pool: At Large eligible applicants
Selection Process
- School Choice will review initial (School Choice) application to determine student eligibility.
- IB School application committees will review online IB application and use the application rubric to determine applicant score. Students must score between 9-20 to be offered a seat.
- Numbers of students selected will be based on seat availability at each school.
- Selected applicants will be notified after 5 pm on the day of the School Choice lottery.
- A waitlist may be generated if the number of eligible students exceeds the number of seats available.
- Students who do not complete all components of the application will be marked ineligible.
Transportation
Parents are responsible for transportation.
Contact
Druid Hills High School
Mr. Mark Joyner, Principal
1798 Haygood Drive, NE
Atlanta, GA 30307
678.874.6302
website
Martin Luther King, Jr. High School
Mr. Michael Alexander, Principal
3991 Snapfinger Road
Lithonia, GA 30038
678.874.5402
website
Tucker High School
Dr. Eric Parker, Principal
5036 LaVista Road
Tucker, GA 30084
678.874-.3702
website
Special Features
Offered only at Tucker High School. Combines the in-depth study of a career pathway with rigorous academics, service learning, research on an ethical issue in career pathway, and a unique Personal and Professional Skills class in the context of the International Baccalaureate’s emphasis on inquiry and student-centered learning. Students with at least one course in the following career pathways are eligible: Culinary Arts, Computer Science, Engineering, or Healthcare Science. Rising 11th grade students must have completed the first course in one of these pathways prior to starting the CP. Students commit to the full program, including completing the career pathway and end-of-pathway exam, 2 IB Diploma courses and exams, the reflective project, service learning, the Personal and Professional Skills course, and development of a second language. Students who enroll in CP will have unique opportunities for learning in their career pathway that may include internships and access to the community through their career-related research.
Grade Levels
Grades 11—12
Eligibility
(11th Grade Seat)
- DeKalb County School District residency
- Currently enrolled in 10th grade
- 3.2 GPA and meeting all graduation requirements.
- Minimum 1 year completed in French or Spanish.
- Submit both School Choice and IB online applications including transcript and video.
- (CP, Tucker High School) have completed one year in career pathway (Business, Computer Science, Culinary Arts, Engineering, Healthcare Sciences, Marketing, and Software Technology)
- Two core teacher recommendations
- Application Guide
Eligibility
(12th Grade Seat)
- DeKalb County School District residency
- Currently enrolled in 11th grade, IB year one, CP or DP
- 3.2 GPA and success in IB year one.
- On track for on-time graduation.
- Submit both School Choice and IB online applications including transcript and video.
- (CP, Tucker High School) have completed two years in career pathway (Business, Computer Science, Culinary Arts, Engineering, Healthcare Sciences, Marketing, and Software Technology)
- Two core teacher recommendations
- Application Guide
Lottery Priority Pools
- 1st priority pool: Students currently enrolled at Tucker High School AND not IB seat holders.
- 2nd priority pool: At Large eligible applicants
- School Choice will review initial (School Choice) application to determine student eligibility.
- IB School application committees will review online IB application and use the application rubric to determine applicant score. Students must score between 9-20 to be offered a seat.
- Numbers of students selected will be based on seat availability at each school.
- Selected applicants will be notified after 5 pm on the day of the School Choice lottery.
- A waitlist may be generated if the number of eligible students exceeds the number of seats available.
- Students who do not complete all components of the application will be marked ineligible.
Selection Process
Parents are responsible for all transportation.
Transportation
Tucker High School
Dr. Eric Parker, Principal
5036 LaVista Road
Tucker, GA 30084
678-874-3702
Contact
Tucker HS website
Requires the study of a world language and promotes international mindedness. Encourages positive attitude towards learning by engaging students in inquiry and developing their awareness of the process of learning so that they become lifelong learners. Reflects real life by encouraging learning beyond traditional subjects with meaningful, in-depth inquiry into real issues; Supports the development of communication skills to encourage inquiry, understanding, language acquisition, and to allow student reflection and self-expression; Exposes students to an internationally recognized curriculum; Emphasizes through the Learner Profile the development of the whole student—physically, intellectually, emotionally, and ethically; Utilizes best practices; Provides continuous teacher training.
Special Features
Grades 11th-12th
Grade Levels
- DeKalb County School District residency
- Currently enrolled in 10th grade
- 3.2 GPA and meeting all graduation requirements.
- Minimum 1 year completed in French or Spanish.
- Submit both School Choice and IB online applications including transcript and video.
- (CP, Tucker High School) have completed one year in career pathway (Business, Computer Science, Culinary Arts, Engineering, Healthcare Sciences, Marketing, and Software Technology)
- Two core teacher recommendations
- Application Guide
Eligibility
(11th Grade Seat)
- DeKalb County School District residency
- Currently enrolled in 11th grade, IB year one, CP or DP
- 3.2 GPA and success in IB year one.
- On track for on-time graduation.
- Submit both School Choice and IB online applications including transcript and video.
- (CP, Tucker High School) have completed two years in career pathway (Business, Computer Science, Culinary Arts, Engineering, Healthcare Sciences, Marketing, and Software Technology)
- Two core teacher recommendations
- Application Guide
Eligibility
(12th Grade Seat)
Lottery Priority Pools
- 1st priority pool: Students currently enrolled in the same IB High School AND are not an IB seat holder.
- 2nd priority pool: At Large eligible applicants
Selection Process
- School Choice will review initial (School Choice) application to determine student eligibility.
- B School application committees will review online IB application and use the application rubric to determine applicant score. Students must score between 9-20 to be offered a seat.
- Numbers of students selected will be based on seat availability at each school.
- Selected applicants will be notified after 5 pm on the day of the School Choice lottery.
- A waitlist may be generated if the number of eligible students exceeds the number of seats available.
- Students who do not complete all components of the application will be marked ineligible.
Transportation
Parents are responsible for all transportation.
Contact
Druid Hills High School
Mr. Mark Joyner, Principal
1798 Haygood Drive, NE
Atlanta, GA 30307
678.874.6302
website
Martin Luther King, Jr. High School
Mr. Ennis Harvey, Principal
3991 Snapfinger Road
Lithonia, GA 30038
678.874.5402
website
Tucker High School
Dr. Eric Parker, Principal
5036 LaVista Road
Tucker, GA 30084
678.874.3702
website
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2. Horticulture & Animal Systems
3. Audio-Video Technology
4. Culinary Arts
5. Therapeutic Services
6. Entrepreneurship
7. Energy Systems
8. Computer Science
9. Engineering
10. Music/Band
Special Features
Comprehensive studies; Advanced Placement Courses; Accelerated Courses; Career Preparation Studies and Work Experiences; Parental Involvement, Clubs, Organizations, Competition; Uniforms.
Grade Levels
Grades 9—12
Eligibility
- Reside in DeKalb County Submit
- Complete DCSD School Choice Application
- Submit a complete transcript and discipline history (private and home school students)
- Entering freshmen must be matriculating to 9th grade for the first time.
- Entering sophomores must have earned at least 6 credits toward graduation (3 core and 3 elective) and a 2.3-grade point average.
- Entering juniors must have earned at least 12 credits toward graduation (6 core and 6 elective) and a 2.3-grade point average.
- Entering seniors must have earned at least 18 credits toward graduation (9 core and 9 elective) and a 2.3-grade point average.
Program Continuation Guidelines
All enrolled students must wear the designated uniform daily, maintain a minimum 2.5 GPA throughout their enrollment in the career pathways program. If a student does not meet promotion criteria during any term of the school year and/or maintain good behavioral standing (no more than 3 disciplinary infractions), complete 20 hours of service learning each school year and 10 hours of parental involvement each school year; the student will immediately be withdrawn from the career pathways program and returned to the home school.
Lottery Priority Pools
- At Large Pool – all DeKalb resident students.
- Multiple Birth Siblings – only eligible multiple birth siblings when applying at the same time (during the same school choice application year), same grade level, and same program
Selection Process
Random lottery based on seat availability. Wait list will be generated if number of seats available are less than number of eligible applicants.
Transportation
Satellite transportation services will be offered during the 2022 – 2023 school year.
Feeder Schools
None
Contact
Arabia Mountain High School
Mrs. Tanya Mason, Principal
6610 Browns Mill Road,
Lithonia, GA 30038
678.875.3602
website
Grade Levels
Grades K—12
Eligibility
- The students parent currently resides within Georgia and has been a Georgia resident for at least one calendar year however, that the one-year requirement shall not apply if the students parent is an active-duty military service member stationed in Georgia within the previous year; AND
- The student had an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) in effect during the 2023-2024 school year; AND
- The student spent the prior school year in attendance* at a Georgia public school.
*Prior school year in attendance – the student was enrolled and reported by a public school system or school systems for funding purposes at the time of both FTE program counts, conducted each school year in October and March. See OCGA 20-2-2112 (5).
Prior school year in attendance shall not apply if:
- The students parent is an active-duty military service member stationed in Georgia within the previous year; OR
- The student has been adopted or placed in a permanent guardianship from foster care pursuant to an order issued by a court of competent jurisdiction within the previous year; OR
- The student previously qualified for a scholarship as provided in state law.
Please note that previously qualified only waives the prior school year in attendance provision, all other requirements including having an IEP in the previous school year and enrollment in a public school are still in effect.
Lottery Priority Pools
- At Large pool
- Siblings of currently enrolled students
Selection Process
Random lottery based on seat availability.
SB 10 High Schools List 2024-2025
- Cedar Grove – seats available grades 9 – 12
- Columbia HS – seats available grades 9 – 12
- M. L. King HS – seats available grades 9 – 12
- McNair HS – seats available grades 9 – 12
- Miller Grove HS – seats available grades 9 – 12
- Redan HS – seats available grades 9 -12
- Southwest DeKalb HS – seats available grades 9 – 12
- Stephenson HS – seats available grades 9 – 12
- Towers HS – seats available grades 9 – 12
Transportation
Parents must provide transportation.
Feeder Schools
None
Contact
Senate Bill 10
Special Education Department
East DeKalb Campus
5839 Memorial Drive
Stone Mountain, GA 30083
678.676.1809
Employees must submit applications by the deadlines as set by the Superintendent or their designee which coincides with the School Choice Open Enrollment deadline each year (generally February). Late applications are processed and approved based on seat availability of the school and are not guaranteed seat placement.
Special Features
Enrollment under this provision is to only enroll in the general education program. Employees who live in the DeKalb County School District and wish to enroll their children into any of the special programs offered during School Choice Open Enrollment must meet all
Eligibility
requirements and must submit an application to enter the lottery and select the program/s of choice for their child.
Grade Levels
Grades K—12
Eligibility
- Full-time employee
- Complete application
Selection Process
Employee Student Transfer: DeKalb County School District makes provisions for employees who work full-time for the DeKalb County School District to enroll their children into the school in which they work or a school in the vertical feeder-pattern of the school in which they work. Enrollment under this provision is into the general education program only.
Transportation
The employee is responsible for all transportation.
Feeder Schools
If an approval is granted for an elementary or middle school student, that approval will not extend over to middle school or high school automatically. The employee must request permission during School choice Open Enrollment for a student to be approved to the next level (middle or high school).
Contact
Employee Student Transfer Program
school_choice@dekalbschoolsga.org
678.676.0035
eBoard Policy
Special Features
Comprehensive studies; Advanced Placement Courses; Accelerated Courses; Career Preparation Studies and Work Experiences; Parental Involvement, Clubs, Organizations, Competition; Uniforms.
Grade Levels
Grades 9th-12th
Eligibility
- Reside in DeKalb County School District
- Complete application
- 3.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) or higher in all four core subject areas on the 2022-2023 Fall report card
- THREE core content teacher recommendations submitted using the form found here
- Video Interview required; please see the form found here
Program Continuation Guidelines
All enrolled students must wear the designated uniform daily, complete 20 hours of community service, maintain an overall core grade point average of 3.0 or higher, a numerical grade of 71 in all subjects, and meet the promotion criteria throughout the academic year. Seniors must also complete a Science, technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) project specific to their major program of study. Students must participate in an academic competition and participate in student organizations and/or clubs. Parents must complete 10 parental involvement service hours each school year. Students who do not maintain the academic performance criteria are placed on probation for one semester. Parents are required to attend all conferences. Support plans will be provided for any student who does not meet the academic performance criteria. Students who do not maintain an overall numerical average of 80, a numerical minimum grade of 71 in all subjects, and do not meet the promotion criteria at the end of two consecutive grading periods, or two semesters, must exit the magnet program and enroll at their home school. Students are also required to complete two performance credits each school year. If a student does not meet promotion criteria during any term of the school year, the student will be withdrawn from the magnet program and returned to the home school.
Lottery Priority Pools
At Large Pool – all DeKalb resident students.
Multiple Birth Siblings – only eligible multiple birth siblings when applying at the same time (during the same school choice application year), same grade level, and same program
Selection Process
Random lottery based on seat availability. Wait list will be generated if number of seats available are less than number of eligible applicants.
Transportation
The most current DeKalb County transportation policy will be followed for the magnet programs/schools. During the school year, students will report to designated satellite pick-up locations in their region for transportation to all magnet programs/schools.
Feeder Schools
None
Contact
Arabia Mountain High School
Mrs. Tanya Mason, Principal
6610 Browns Mill Road,
Lithonia, GA 30038
678.875.3602
website
Special Features
Fully equipped science, math, and computer lab. Block scheduling of math, science, social studies, and English. Development of laboratory and inquiry skills. Field trips and speakers provide exploration into math, science, & technology related careers. Computer technology infusion into the total curriculum. Multicultural content and parental involvement encouraged.
Grade Levels
Grades 9—12
Eligibility
- DeKalb residency
- Complete online application
- 3.0 (or higher) core subject grade point average on the 2022-2023 Fall report card
Program Continuation Guidelines
All enrolled students must follow the school dress code daily, maintain an overall core grade point average of 3.0 or higher, a numerical grade of 71 in all subjects, and meet the promotion criteria throughout the academic year. Seniors must also complete a Science, technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) project specific to their major program of study. Students must participate in academic competitions and participate in student organizations and/or clubs. Parents must complete 10 parental involvement service hours each school year. Students who do not maintain the academic performance criteria are placed on probation for one semester. Parents are required to attend all conferences. Support plans will be provided for any student who does not meet the academic performance criteria. Students who do not maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.0 or higher, a numerical minimum grade of 71 in all subjects, and do not meet the promotion criteria at the end of two consecutive grading periods, or two semesters, will be withdrawn from the magnet program and enrolled at their home school.
Lottery Priority Pools
- Home Area Pool – 1st priority is given to students currently enrolled in the school.
- At Large Pool – all DeKalb resident students.
- Multiple Birth Siblings – only eligible multiple birth siblings when applying at the same time (during the same school choice application year), same grade level, and same program
Selection Process
Random lottery based on seat availability. Wait list will be generated if number of seats available are less than number of eligible applicants.
Transportation
The most current DeKalb County transportation policy will be followed for the magnet programs/schools. During the school year, students will report to designated satellite pickup locations in their region for transportation to all magnet programs/schools.
Feeder Schools
None
Contact
Columbia High Schools
Mr. George Greene, Principal
2106 Columbia Drive,
Decatur, GA 30032
678.874.0802
website
Special Features
Comprehensive academic and arts course offerings. Numerous special performances which emerge as a natural outgrowth of the curriculum. Extended day activities. Parental involvement encouraged. Offerings include dance, drama, vocal music and instrumental music, creative writing and visual arts, media/film, technical theater, and graphic design.
Grade Levels
Grades 9—12
Eligibility
- Reside in the DeKalb County School District.
- Complete online School Choice application.
- Have a minimum grade point average of 3.0. This average must be maintained each semester once enrolled in DSA. Students with grades BELOW 71 (D or F) in the Fall 2022 semester are not eligible for 2023-2024 application to DSA.
- Complete & submit paper audition application packet – Download, print, complete and submit directly to school. www.dekalbschoolsga.org/school-choice/forms-andbrochures/
- All documents must be mailed or hand delivered to DeKalb School of the Arts.
Lottery Priority Pools
None. Unless number of eligible applicants is more than number of available seats.
Selection Process
Audition and interview in two arts areas for grades 9 – 12. Academic, Counselor, and Arts recommendations. Portfolios required: creative writing, technical theater, media, Visual Arts.
Transportation
The most current DeKalb County transportation policy will be followed for the magnet programs/schools. During the school year, students will report to designated satellite pick-up locations in their region for transportation to all magnet programs/schools.
Feeder Schools
None
Contact
DeKalb School of the Arts (DSA)
Dr. Keith Jones, Principal
1192 Clarendon Road,
Avondale Estates, GA 30002
678.676.2502
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Note: This is not a Dekalb County School District School Choice Program. Please contact the Charter School directly.
Tapestry Public Charter School opened in August 2014 as an inclusion school offering an individualized, student-driven, experiential, sensory-based learning environment. Tapestry utilizes small, co-taught classes with authentic hands-on learning experiences and flexible groupings. Differentiated instruction ensures access to both accelerated and modified curricula, engaging and challenging students in a supportive environment that is optimal for achievement. All course content is aligned with the Georgia Standards of Excellence.
Special Features
Individualized learning plans and academic support for all students Inclusive classrooms and school environment; Positive school culture, following the Coalition of Essential Schools (CES) principles; Co-taught Core classes by passionate teachers who are about the education of all children; 8:1 student / teacher ratio in core classes. Universal Design for Learning (UDL) as a framework for differentiating classroom practices. Constructivist methodology with course content driven by student interest. Modified school environment to accommodate sensory sensitivities. State-of-the-art Sensory Rooms. Specialized programming for students with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Gifted program. Commitment to the arts Drama program supported by partnerships with the Alliance Theatre. Daily Physical Education, movement, and fresh air breaks. Technology focus; all students receive a Chromebook and Kindle. School garden maintained by Tapestry students and staff.
Grade Levels
Grades 6-11
Eligibility
- Reside in the DeKalb County School District
- Completed application from school website
Selection Process
Random lottery based on seat availability.
Transportation
Parents must provide transportation.
Contact
Tapestry Public Charter School
Mr. Matt Tyson, Principal
3130 Raymond Drive, Atlanta Georgia 30340
Atlanta, GA 30340
470.268.6403
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Special Features
A variety of special features based on the selected school.
Grade Levels
K—12
Eligibility
- Reside in the DeKalb County School District
- Completed application
Lottery Priority Pools
- At large
- Siblings of Currently Enrolled students
Selection Process
Random lottery based on seat availability.
HB 251 List of High Schools 2024-2025
- Cedar Grove HS – seats available grades 9 – 12
- Columbia HS – seats available grades 9 – 12
- M. L. King HS – seats available grades 9 – 12
- McNair HS – seats available grades 9 – 12
- Miller Grove HS – seats available grades 9 – 12
- Redan HS – seats available grades 9 -12
- Southwest DeKalb HS – seats available grades 9 – 12
- Stephenson HS – seats available grades 9 – 12
- Towers HS – seats available grades 9 – 12
Transportation
Parents must provide transportation.
Feeder Schools
Students will not receive an enrollment preference for the feeder middle school or high school.
Contact
The School Choice Department
1701 Mountain Industrial Boulevard
Stone Mountain, GA 30083
678.678.0035