Florida legislature passed a law allowing for open enrollment

There is a lot of discussion about choosing schools. Last year, the Florida legislature passed a law allowing for open enrollment. The School District of Palm Beach County just put out their new policy on how they intend to apply this law. The rule is below with a link to their website. It is important to note that only schools that are more than 10% empty will be open to enrollment. I expect the District will list the available schools and impose deadlines to apply.

If your child is struggling in their current school, or you are looking for alternative options, this may be a good route. Here is the informative posted by the School District’sChoice Programs Office:

A Struggle-Free School Year

Shahar Pasch, Esq.

For most families, the beginning of the new school year brings hope. Hope for new friends, inspiring teachers and exciting new experiences. There are some families, though, who also experience a feeling of dread about the new school year. For children who struggle in school, either academically or emotionally, facing another year of seemingly insurmountable challenges brings a fresh wave of anxiety. As parents, we can be a strong voice for our children to receive the educational interventions, services and accommodations they need to succeed.

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