It’s time to start thinking about the 2027-28 school year! Whether your student is getting ready for Kindergarten, moving to middle school, or exploring high school opportunities, VPS offers a variety of schools and programs to help every student learn, grow, and succeed.

This year, we’re opening Kindergarten registration, Elementary Options applications, and Secondary Programs and Schools of Choice applications on Monday, November 16 at 8 a.m.

Families will have until February 2 at 11:59 p.m. to apply for Choice schools and program lotteries.

Kindergarten Registration and Elementary Options

If you have a child who will be 5 years old by August 31, it’s time to start exploring Kindergarten options.

The traditional option is your neighborhood school, offering students the opportunity to learn close to home. VPS also offers several Elementary options, including dual-language learning in both Spanish and Mandarin, schools that focus on project-based learning, and flexible learning environments. For more details, head to our VPS Elementary Options page.

Middle and High School Programs and Schools of Choice

VPS offers a variety of Choice schools and programs for middle and high school students, with opportunities in arts, science, technology, skilled trades and more.

Families can attend upcoming information nights to learn more about individual schools and programs, and can get help applying at application assistance workshops on December 16 and January 20.

Important Dates to Know

  • November 16, 2026, at 8 a.m.: Applications for all Elementary Options, Secondary Choice Programs and Schools open; Kindergarten registration begins
  • December 16, 2026, from 5–7 p.m.: Application Assistance Workshop at Bates Center for Educational Leadership
  • January 20, 2027, from 5–7 p.m.: Application Assistance Workshop at Bates Center for Educational Leadership
  • February 2, 2027, at 11:59 p.m.: Deadline to apply for Elementary Options and Secondary Programs of Choice.
  • February 5, 2027, by 4 p.m.: Families are notified of Choice school/program lottery results.
  • February 10, 2027: Deadline to accept Choice school/program offers.

Need help?

VPS Welcome Center 

Location: 2901 Falk Road, Vancouver, WA 98661
Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m
Phone: 360-313-1330