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Sibling Preference Policy

Families are important to the Russell Byers Charter School. We believe that having siblings attend the same school enriches their individual education experiences. We also recognize that it is convenient for parents/guardians to have all of their children in one school, where they would have the same school calendar and daily schedule. For this reason, we give siblings preference in the enrollment process.

A sibling is defined as a biological or legally adopted brother or sister. Cousins, nieces, nephews and unrelated children sharing an address with the applicant are not considered siblings.

In order for siblings to be considered under the sibling preference policy, parents/guardians must complete and submit a completed Intent to Enroll form for each child they wish to enroll in the school. If we do not receive a separate application for each sibling, the sibling will not qualify for enrollment under the Sibling Preference Policy.

During the lottery, names will be drawn by grade and any siblings listed on the application will be placed in the appropriate grade -- space permitting. If the grade is full, the sibling will be placed on the grade’s Sibling Waiting List. The names on the Sibling Waiting List will take preference over the names on the General Waiting List. The Sibling Policy is dependent on available space and does not guarantee enrollment for each sibling.

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