Transition Priorities due to TAP and Program Changes

Approximately 3500 students are in a group that will have special transition priorities and support in the spring semester, 2026. This includes Pre-K–4th grade students from the following elementary schools:

Pre-K 3 and Pre-K 4 Applications and transfers

Applications for eligible and tuition-based students open on April 1 and remain available on an ongoing basis until the campus reaches capacity.

Families may apply for their child to attend a Pre-K3 or Pre-K4 program at a campus other than their zoned school, based on space availability. 

Enrollment Priorities

2026-27 Transition priorities

• Each campus has an individualized set of transition priorities that have been provided to guide decision making throughout this transitional period, which is in addition to the regular flow of enrollment activities. Please click here for more information about the transition priorities.

On this Page:

• Transition Dates
• Round 1 Dates
• Round 2 Dates
• Pre-K3 and Pre-K4 Dates
• Round 3 Dates

Spring 2026 Transition Activities for Students Impacted by School Closures and Program Changes

Transfer Basics

• All transfers require an application in Enroll Austin. 
• Transfer applications must be submitted within the dates provided for each window. [link to dates]
• The types of transfers are general transfers, program acceptance transfers, children of staff transfers, and sibling transfers. 
• Out of district families are welcome to apply for transfer to a school within Austin ISD.

Enrollment Basics

• All K-12 students who live within Austin ISD boundaries are guaranteed seat at their zoned/assigned school. 
• Find your zoned/assigned school using the links below:
  • 2026-27 school year locator