Option Schools & Programs
The application window for the 2027-28
Option School/Program lottery will open on
Monday, October 12, 2026, at 8:00 a.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 Option Schools & Programs.
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 Option Schools/Programs FAQ page.
Important Dates for 2027-28 Admission to Option Schools/Programs
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Monday, October 12, 2026: Lottery application window opens
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Friday, December 4, 2026: Lottery application deadline. Applications due to the Learning Options Office by 3:00 p.m. PST
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WEDNESDAY, December 9, 2026: Lottery is conducted.
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FRIDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2026: Notifications are sent via email.
Second consideration is offered to applicants who were not selected in the lottery.
RESULTS WILL NOT BE GIVEN OVER THE PHONE.
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.
ACMA
INFORMATION NIGHTS
DATES & TIMES
November 2 and
November 5
6:30-8:00 p.m.
(No tours)
11375 SW Center St.
Beaverton, OR 97005
BASE
INFORMATION NIGHTS
DATES & TIMES
October 22 and
November 4
6:30-8:00 p.m.
10740 NE Walker Rd.
Hillsboro, OR 97006
ISB
INFORMATION NIGHTS
DATES & TIMES
Middle School:
October 27 and
November 3
6:30-8:00 p.m.
High School (incoming 9th and 10th graders only):
November 12
6:30-8:00 p.m.
17770 SW Blanton St.
Beaverton, OR 97078
Rachel Carson
INFORMATION NIGHTS
DATES & TIMES
October 15 and
October 27
6:00-7:30 p.m.
Cedar Park Middle School
11100 SW Park Way
Beaverton, OR 97225