Whether you’re interested in advanced programs, International Baccalaureate, arts, athletics, going to school within Point Defiance Park, or all of the above, kids living within the boundaries of Tacoma Public Schools have choices. Students have the option to attend their neighborhood school or apply to attend another TPS school.
Our schools are hosting enrollment information night events for prospective students and their families to meet school leaders and staff, explore the unique programs and activities each school has to offer, see the school culture, and learn more about the choice enrollment process and timeline.
Choice Enrollment
Choice enrollment is choosing a school other than your neighborhood school. We always recommend families start by checking out their neighborhood school. But sometimes your neighborhood school isn't the best fit for your student or your family. If this is the case, you can apply to attend another school.
- October thru December 2024: Middle school and high school enrollment information nights
- October 28, 2024: Choice enrollment application opens in ParentVUE
- Mid-January 2025: Choice application closes for grades 1-12
- End of January 2025: Choice application closes for kindergarten
Applications are approved based on school capacity and program availability. Families must provide transportation to and from school and students must reside within Tacoma Public School boundaries. Learn more and complete a choice enrollment application.
Please note IDEA, SAMI and SOTA have separate application processes.View SAMI, SOTA, IDEA information night dates
For students transitioning into middle school or high school in the 2025-2026 school year and choosing their neighborhood school, no application is needed. Information nights are still a great opportunity to learn more about the school you’ll attend next year.
High School Information Nights
Select the school's name for more details.
- Foss High School: Tuesday, Nov. 5, 5-6:30 p.m.
- Lincoln High School: Thursday, Nov. 7, 5-6:30 p.m.
- Mount Tahoma High School: Wednesday, Nov. 6, 6-7 p.m.
- Oakland: Families schedule a tour or virtual meeting with Principal Casey Cox, ccox@tacoma.k12.wa.us
- Silas High School: Tuesday, Oct. 22, 5-6:30 p.m.
- Stadium High School: Wednesday, Oct. 30, 5-6:30 p.m.
- SAMI, SOTA, and IDEA: Multiple in-person information nights in October, November and December. View SAMI, SOTA, IDEA information night schedule
- Tacoma Online (High School and Middle School): Virtual event, Monday, Nov. 18, 5 p.m.
Middle School Information Nights
Select the school's name for more details.
- Baker Middle School: Thursday, Nov. 14, 5-6:30 p.m.
- Bryant Montessori: Tuesday, Nov. 19, 5:30 p.m.
- First Creek Middle School: Tuesday, Nov. 12, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
- Giaudrone Middle School: Wednesday, Nov. 13, 5-6:30 p.m.
- Gray Middle School: Wednesday, Nov. 20, 5-6:30 p.m.
- Hilltop Heritage Middle School: Tuesday, Dec. 3, 5-6:30 p.m.
- Hunt Middle School: Thursday, Nov. 21, 5-6:30 p.m.
- Mason Middle School: Wednesday, Dec. 4, 5-6:30 p.m.
- Meeker Middle School: Thursday, Dec. 5, 5-6:30 p.m.
- Stewart Middle School: Monday, Dec. 9, 5-6:30 p.m.
- Tacoma Online (High School and Middle School): Virtual event, Monday, Nov. 18, 5 p.m.
- Truman Middle School: Thursday, Dec. 5, 5-6:30 p.m. *new date*
- Wainwright Intermediate: Tuesday, Dec. 17, 6-7 p.m.
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