School Choice

All Flagler Schools employees interested in applying for student transfers must complete the Employee Choice Request Form.

Students accepted through the Employee Choice Program may remain enrolled at their chosen school, provided they maintain good standing by adhering to the program's attendance, academic, and behavioral guidelines. Please allow up to three weeks for notification of approval or denial. A separate application must be submitted for each student.

Employee Choice Request Application 2024-2025

As the 2024-2025 school year draws to a close, we want to let you know that Hardship Choice is no longer available for the remainder of the academic year. Thank you for your understanding as we look forward to a successful conclusion to the school year.

Controlled Open Enrollment 2025-2026: Open April 16th - May 16th

A new Controlled Open Enrollment window has opened from April 16th and will run through May 16th for Bunnell Elementary, Old Kings Elementary, Rymfire Elementary, Wadsworth Elementary, Buddy Taylor Middle School, and Matanzas High School. If families choose to attend one of these schools, they do not have to apply for Hardship Choice. Instead, they would fill out the Controlled Open Enrollment form below.

Controlled Open Enrollment Capacity:

Programs of Study offered at each of our high schools are school choice options that allow students to enroll in a specific set of courses with a designated focus. Students accepted into these programs have the opportunity to explore options outside of their attendance area zone. Transfers are granted through completion of the application process and acceptance into the program by the high school. 

If a program of choice student leaves the program, they must return to their home zoned school. IEP requirements cannot be guaranteed for students accepting a transfer through a Program of Study. If a student attends a Program of Study that is not at their home zoned school, they are responsible for their own transportation. 

Students accepted into a Program of Study on school choice may remain enrolled in their Program of Study provided they maintain good standing by adhering to the program's attendance, academic, and behavioral guidelines.

The Program of Study application is open from February 15th - March 7th, 2025.

Notifications will be sent out March 15th.

Submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance.

Matanzas HS Programs of Study Flagler Palm Coast HS Programs of Study

Program of Study Application 2025-2026

Programs of Study Application 2025-2026 (For New Enrollees Only)

Flagler Schools is pleased to announce the Employee Choice enrollment opportunity for the 2025-2026 school year. This program allows eligible employees to enroll their children in a school within the district, regardless of their assigned attendance zone. 

Eligibility:

• This opportunity is available to all full-time and part-time employees of Flagler Schools.
• Please note that substitute teachers and adjunct coaches are not eligible for the program.

We recognize the dedication and commitment of our employees, and this program is designed to provide you with greater flexibility in your children's education.

Employee Choice Request Application 2025-2026

Hardship Choice applications will be accepted for Belle Terre Elementary and Indian Trails Middle School only.

A new Controlled Open Enrollment window will be opened from April 16th to May 16th for Bunnell Elementary, Old Kings Elementary, Rymfire Elementary, Wadsworth Elementary, and Buddy Taylor Middle School. If families want to go to one of these schools, they do not have to apply for a Hardship. Instead, they would fill out the Controlled Open Enrollment form beginning on April 16th. Families interested in enrolling their children at these schools should submit applications during the specified window.

Please be advised that Hardship Choice is not currently available for high school placements.

Families may apply for a hardship transfer when a condition or situation exists that could adversely impact the student's ability to succeed at their zoned school.

Students accepted through the Hardship Choice program may remained enrolled at their chosen school, provided they maintain good standing by adhering to the program's attendance, academic, and behavioral guidelines. 

If applicable, relevant documentation must be submitted upon completion of the Hardship Choice Request Application. Failure to submit requested documentation in a timely manner will result in a delay of review. 

Please allow up to four to six weeks for approval/denial notifications. Please submit a separate application for each student. 

Below is a list of acceptable hardships (choices that have an asterisk after them require supporting documents):

• Active Military*
• Court Ordered Custody*
• Court Ordered Injunction*
• District Sibling Transfer (Sibling has been moved to another school)
• Foster Care Placement*
• Home Purchase/Under Contract*
• Hope Scholarship (if Capacity Allows)
• Moved out of Zone/Already Attending
• School Substantiated Bullying/Harassment*
• Shared Custody Agreement*
• Other 

Hardship Choice Application 2025-2026