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Allows students to apply to schools outside of their designated attendance area within the El Monte Union High School District. Open Enrollment is a systematic process that includes the following:
Open Enrollment is an application process for requesting a different high school within EMUHSD for current students and incoming 9th graders (within the El Monte boundary lines). These requests are for Fall 2026. The application opens for two (2) weeks during the first semester, and no applications are accepted after the window has closed. Open Enrollment is a non-biased lottery selection.
Things to Consider Before Applying
- The parent/guardian completes the online application.
- A parent/guardian must attend a mandatory information meeting to be considered in the lottery.
- One application per child.
- Late applications are not accepted.
- Once an application is approved, it cannot be rescinded.
Letter to Families – click to view by language
Where Can I Apply?
ENGLISH
You can click on the link: English Open Enrollment Application Form 2026-2027
Or scan the QR Code
SPANISH
You can click on the link: Spanish Open Enrollment Application Form 2026-2027
Or scan the QR Code
If you need assistance with the application, we're here to help.
Please call or email:
Email: Lisette Vazquez, District Community Liaison
Phone: 626-444-9005 Ext. 9898
Hours: M-F 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
or
Email: Victoria Sic, Administrative Secretary
Phone: 626-444-9005 ext. 9894
Hours: M-F 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Open Enrollment Frequently Asked Questions
1. I received a letter about Open Enrollment. What should I do?
Please read the letter carefully. Decide whether you’d like your child to stay at their current/home school or if you’d like to request a transfer to another high school in the El Monte Union High School District (EMUHSD).
2. I want my child to stay at their current school. Do I need to do anything?
No. If your student will continue attending the school they’re currently enrolled in, or the school assigned to your home address, you don’t need to take any action.
3. We live outside of EMUHSD but attend on a permit. Can we apply through Open Enrollment?
No. Open Enrollment is only for families who live within the EMUHSD boundaries. If you live outside the district, you’ll need to submit an interdistrict permit request, which becomes available in April.
4. Who should apply for Open Enrollment?
Only families who live within the EMUHSD boundaries and want their child to attend a different EMUHSD school (not the one assigned to their home address) should apply.
5. How do I find out what my child’s assigned (home) school is?
You can find your child’s school of residence by entering your address here: EMUHSD SCHOOL BOUNDARIES.
6. My child wants to attend the same school as their sibling, but it's not our home school. Do we need to apply?
Yes. Even if a sibling already attends the school, you still need to submit an Open Enrollment application for your other child.
Important:
- Siblings living in the same household will be given priority when space is available.
- If the sibling is a senior, the priority does not apply.
- Acceptance is not guaranteed, especially if the school or certain programs are at capacity.
7. Is Open Enrollment "first-come, first-served"?
No. All applications submitted during the Open Enrollment window are reviewed equally—whether they’re submitted on the first or last day.
Note: Duplicate submissions will be deleted.
8. What are the chances my child will get into the school we request?
Some of our schools are expected to be full or over capacity. Priority is given to students who have siblings currently attending (and continuing to attend) the requested school during the 2026-2027 school year, but there is no guarantee of acceptance.
9. My child was accepted. What happens next?
You will receive enrollment forms for the new school. If you don’t receive them, please contact your current school for assistance.
10. My child was waitlisted. What does that mean?
If your child is not selected during the Open Enrollment process, they will be placed on a waiting list. That means if space becomes available, you will be contacted. This list is valid until February 27, 2026. After that date, it expires.
11. Is transportation provided to the new school?
No. If your child transfers to a different school through Open Enrollment, transportation is your responsibility.
12. Do I need to reapply for Open Enrollment every year?
No. Once your child is accepted through Open Enrollment, they’re considered a permanent student at that school and do not need to reapply.
13. Will transferring affect my child’s sports eligibility?
Maybe. CIF rules determine athletic eligibility. If you have questions, please contact the Assistant Principal of Activities at your child’s school of residence (the school assigned to your home address).
14. How will I know if my child got into the school we requested?
You’ll be notified by email using the address you provided on the application.
Due to high volume, we cannot give updates by phone. If you haven’t received an email by January 16, 2026, please contact Educational Services at (626) 444-9005, ext. 9894.
Schedule of Events
Application Process
Things to Consider Before Applying
- The parent/guardian completes the online application.
- A parent/guardian must attend a mandatory information meeting to be considered in the lottery.
- One application per child.
- Late applications are not accepted.
- Once an application is approved, it cannot be rescinded.
Letter to Families – click to view by language
Where Can I Apply?
ENGLISH
You can click on the link: English Open Enrollment Application Form 2026-2027
Or scan the QR Code
SPANISH
You can click on the link: Spanish Open Enrollment Application Form 2026-2027
Or scan the QR Code
If you need assistance with the application, we're here to help.
Please call or email:
Email: Lisette Vazquez, District Community Liaison
Phone: 626-444-9005 Ext. 9898
Hours: M-F 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
or
Email: Victoria Sic, Administrative Secretary
Phone: 626-444-9005 ext. 9894
Hours: M-F 8:00 am – 4:30 pm