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Missed the first deadline? Broward students get another chance to switch schools

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The Broward County Public Schools late application window for the 2026-27 academic year runs through Thursday, July 16.
The Broward County Public Schools late application window for the 2026-27 academic year runs through Thursday, July 16. Unsplash

Broward County Public Schools has opened a second application window for families who want to change schools for the 2026-2027 academic year.

The cycle runs through mid-July and covers reassignments, Nova schools and magnet programs with available seats.

FULL STORY: Broward offers second chance for students wanting to switch schools. What to know

The Broward County Public Schools late application window for the 2026-27 academic year runs through Thursday, July 16.
The Broward County Public Schools late application window for the 2026-27 academic year runs through Thursday, July 16. Nathan Cima Unsplash

Here are key takeaways:

  • The second application cycle opened Monday, June 8, and closes Thursday, July 16. It applies to school reassignments, Nova schools and magnet programs with seats available.
  • This cycle is for families who didn’t apply during the April 1-May 15 window, or who want to change selections made in that earlier round.
  • Applications already submitted during open enrollment for 2026-2027 remain active and don’t need to be resubmitted.
  • All applications must go through the BCPS Focus Parent Portal. Instructions for setting up an account are available on the BCPS website.
  • For help with the parent portal, email focuscommunications@browardschools.com. For school choice questions, call 754-321-2480 or email schoolchoice@browardschools.com.

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