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**Superintendent Highlights School Choice and Open Enrollment Options in Sarasota County**

Superintendent Connor recently appeared on the *Suncoast View* to discuss Sarasota County Schools' School Choice and Controlled Open Enrollment program. Families now have the opportunity to apply for their children to attend a school outside of their designated attendance zone, depending on space availability.

Applications are open for students in grades K-12 who wish to enroll for the 2025-2026 school year. The application period runs through March 3, giving families ample time to explore their options and submit their requests.

For more information and to apply, visit the Sarasota County Schools website at www.sarasotacountyschools.net/schoolchoice.

Source: Sarasota Schools

Source Type: School

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North Port, FL

1960 Landings Blvd, Sarasota, FL

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