Please be advised that as per Section 105 and 105c of the State School Aid Act, Homer Community Schools by board action on June 19, 2023 determined that Homer Community Schools will participate in the Schools of Choice program for the 2024-25 school year.
SCHOOLS OF CHOICE FAQ’s
What is schools of choice?
Schools of choice is an opportunity for out-of-district students to attend Homer Community Schools.
Can anyone apply?
Students who reside in other local school districts within the Calhoun County Intermediate School District, and students who reside in local school districts located in contiguous intermediate school districts are eligible to apply to Homer Community Schools through the schools of choice application process.
What is the process?
Out-of-district students must complete a Homer Community Schools’ application for schools of choice during the enrollment period.
When is the enrollment period?
The enrollment period for new schools of choice students for the 2024 - 2025 second semester is December 11, 2024 - January 10, 2025.
When do we find out if our out-of-district student can attend Homer Community Schools?
Families will be notified about the status of their application during the enrollment period.
Where do I begin?
Applications for schools of choice will be available on this website during the enrollment period. You can also request an application by calling the school at 517-568-4463, or an application can be picked up from the Homer Community Schools’ Superintendent’s Office located at 403 South Hillsdale Street in Homer, Michigan. All completed applications need to be returned to the superintendent’s office by the last day of the enrollment period.
What kind of information do we need to complete the application?
The application asks for basic information on the student, i.e., name, address, date of birth, entering grade level, school district of residence, school last attended, parent contact information, disciplinary history, special education services receiving and parent/guardian signature.