School Choice

  • School Choice is designed to increase access to educational opportunities for all children in the state, regardless of where they live. A parent/legal guardian residing within Delaware may apply to enroll their child in a public school in any school district, charter school, magnet school, or vocational-technical school, regardless of the student’s area of residence. Any student not currently registered in a public school in the State of Delaware must be registered in their school of residence before submitting a Delaware Standard Application for Educational Options (Choice application).

    Any parent/legal guardian choosing to send their child to a school other than their school of residence shall be responsible for transporting their child, without reimbursement, to/from the Choice school or the nearest regular bus stop serving the Choice school, if space is available. Please contact Transportation Services at 302-454-2281 to find the nearest choice of bus stop location.

     

    Honors Academy Applications 

    • All students in grades 6-8 must complete a school choice application and an Honors Academy Application. Students in grades 9-12 that are NOT assigned to Christiana by their home address also need a choice application. 
  • Important Dates

    • Monday, November 3, 2025 - 8:00 AM - Online Choice Application Opens
    • Wednesday, January 14, 2026* - 11:59 PM - Online Choice Application Closes
    • Friday, February 27, 2026 - Final Day for District/School to Notify Parent of Invitation Status
    • Friday, March 20, 2026 - Final Day for Parent to Notify District/School of Acceptance Decisios

Transportation FAQS

  • Is there a bus available? 

    • Students whose address assigns them to Christiana High School can be assigned to a school bus. Grades 6,7, and 8 ride a separate bus from grades 9-12.

    How do I know my assigned school? 


    Are there other transportation options?

    Yes, currently we offer hub stops at the locations listed below.

    • Wilmington at 9th and Pine St.
    • The Journey Church on Rt 4
    • Janmar Plaza on Old Baltimore Pike
    • Elizabeth Plaza on Rt. 40