Parents in Rutherford County can now apply for school choice programs for the 2026-2027 academic year through Rutherford County Schools. The application window is open from December 1 to January 31, 2026.
Families can apply to several academic magnet and open-choice options, including Central Magnet School, McFadden School of Excellence, Thurman Francis Arts Academy, Homer Pittard Campus School, and the International Baccalaureate program at Oakland High School.
Applications for Holloway High School, Rutherford County Virtual School and local charter schools also begin Dec. 1 and will remain open year-round.
The Lavergne High School Early College Program has a special application window from December 1, 2025 to March 15, 2026 to allow time to submit ACT scores.
In addition to special programs, each traditional Rutherford County school will accept up to 10 open-choice students. A dual-zone application is also available for high school students redistricting during the 2025-2026 school year from Blackman, Riverdale, Rockwell, or Smyrna high schools.
Parents can find complete application details on the district’s Rutherford Choice page or email (email protected) For assistance.
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