Zoning
Zoning Information
Our school district is growing fast, which means more students are joining us. While we manage our growing student population, we want to ensure all students receive a quality education. To manage our growth, we have developed three strategies that we would like to share with you:
- Cap & Overflow: When a school reaches its capacity, we stop enrollment at that campus and send new students to enroll at a neighboring campus.
- New Campuses: We build brand-new schools using bond money. When these new schools open, we need to rezone some current campuses to create the population of students who will attend these schools.
- Leveling: We monitor how many students are at each school. If some schools have a lot of students and others do not have as many, we might move some students around to balance enrollment across campuses.
The Board considers specific guidelines when deciding which campuses students will attend and tries to create attendance zones that work well for everyone. The Board wants to ensure that schools have enough space for students but aren't over capacity. They also try to keep neighborhoods together and ensure students can get to school safely.
When Lamar CISD needs to change attendance zones, the Board creates Attendance Boundary Committees (ABC). This group has parent representatives from the different schools to help create and rank potential attendance zone maps. The District also asks parents for their feedback through surveys, and impacted parents will receive a direct link for this survey via email and campus communications.
Rezoning FAQs
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Lamar CISD Rezoning Frequently Asked Questions
This page provides answers to common questions about Lamar CISD rezoning.
Why did Lamar CISD rezone students this school year?
The district is opening new campuses and needs to have students zoned to these schools. Additionally, the district is rezoning to optimize resources, balance student populations across schools, and enhance educational opportunities for all students. This decision is based on current enrollment trends and future projections.
How do I know if my family has been rezoned?
To check your school assignment:
- Go to the Lamar CISD website: Lamar CISD.
- Select Popular Links.
- Select Find My School.
- Using the dropdown next to School Year, select the year in question.
- Begin entering your home address in the search bar.
- When your address appears, select it.
- On the left side of the page, you will see the elementary, middle school, junior high school, and high school assigned to your home in Lamar CISD.
When will the new zones take effect?
The new school assignments will take effect at the beginning of the school year when the building opens.
If my student qualifies to remain at their current school for the next school year, will siblings be able to remain at their current school?
No. Siblings will not be able to remain at their current school unless they also meet one of the qualifying criteria.
Will transportation be provided to my child’s new school?
Yes. The district will offer transportation for students who are rezoned, following established bus transportation procedures. Specific details will be communicated closer to the start of the school year.
Please note: if a student remains at their current school for the next school year by meeting qualifying criteria, the district will not provide transportation.
Do I need to enroll my child at their new school?
If your student is a current Lamar CISD student, you do not need to re-enroll them. The current campus will send your child’s information to the new school. Skyward will reflect your childâ’s new school in July.
If you have a new student enrolling for the first time, you may enroll them during the summer.
My child is receiving special services at their current school. Can they remain at that school because of those services?
Most services will continue to be provided at your child’s new school.
For specific questions, please contact your current campus administration.
What if I have concerns about the new school my child is assigned to?
Parents are encouraged to reach out to school administrators or communicate concerns to the Lamar CISD Enrollment Management Department at EnrollmentManagement@LCISD.org or call 832-223-0424.
What if I do not agree with the decision of where my student is zoned for the next school year? Who should I contact?
Please contact the Lamar CISD Enrollment Management Department at EnrollmentManagement@LCISD.org or call 832-223-0424.
What should I do if the information for the next school my student is zoned to is incorrect in Skyward?
Please contact your current campus administration and let them know.
Are there any future plans to rezone in Lamar CISD?
Lamar CISD continuously monitors enrollment at all schools district-wide and reviews demographic data and projections. If rezoning is needed, the Lamar CISD Board of Trustees will follow Board Policy for rezoning, including the use of Attendance Boundary Committees with parent representatives.
To learn more about rezoning in Lamar CISD, visit Lamar CISD Rezoning Information.
Are there opportunities for parental involvement in the new school?
Yes. Each school values parental involvement and offers opportunities such as PTA/PTO meetings, volunteer activities, booster clubs, and school events.
Who can I contact for more information, further questions, or concerns?
For more information, contact the Lamar CISD Enrollment Management Department at 832-223-0424 or EnrollmentManagement@LCISD.org. You can also contact your current school’s administration for specific questions.
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