The application window for the 2025-2026 Option School lottery is now open.

The deadline for applications is Friday, December 13, 2024 at 3:00 p.m.

The Beaverton School District is nationally recognized for high student achievement and innovative programs. Beaverton students in grades 6-12 have the opportunity to investigate the learning option that best fits their academic needs. Students can choose their neighborhood school, or one of Learning Option schools.

Transportation is provided for students who attend an Option School/Program and live outside the school's walking zone. Students on Interdistrict Transfers are responsible for their own transportation. ​

Please see the list of important dates below. If you have questions about the process, please visit the Learning Option FAQ page.

EASIEST AND MOST EFFICIENT WAY TO APPLY IS ONLINE for both bsd students and non-bsd students who live in the bsd boundary

OPTION FAIRS & information nights

Arts & Communication Magnet Academy, Beaverton Academy of Science & Engineering and the International School of Beaverton are all option schools for grades 6-12 that utilize the lottery process for admissions. Rachel Carson Program of Environmental Science is a Learning Options Program for grades 6-8 at Cedar Park that also uses the lottery process for admissions. Please click on each school/program to learn more about their offerings.

Note: BSD bus transportation is provided for all students who attend an Option School/Program and live outside the school's walking zone. 
Students on Interdistrict transfers must provide their own transportation.