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Magnet Application Process and Timelines
Find information about the application and selection process for Garland ISD magnet programs.
Students must meet initial qualifications for the magnet program in which they want to apply. These requirements vary by program and can include test scores, grades and more. Determine which programs your student qualifies for by reviewing information about each magnet program.
Explore our magnet programs
Elementary
For students in K-5 grade, including the PK-5 Montessori program.
Magnet application combined with Choice of School
Magnet applications are submitted as part of the Choice of School process using the Avela Choice of School Application.
See the Choice of School and Magnet Application Process page for details.
Magnet application timelines
| Date | Action | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 30 | Explore GISD Expo | Curtis Culwell Center |
| Jan 7-Feb 10 | Choice of School | |
| Feb 15 | Testing - MAP and CogAT | Sachse High School |
| Feb 18-29 | Choices processed | |
| March 14 | Magnet results sent out |
| Date | Action | Location |
|---|---|---|
| April 5 | PreK-K Expo | Naaman Forest High School |
| April 1-April 30 | Choice of School PreK-K | |
| May 3 | Testing 8-4 | Dorsey Elementary School |
| May 10 | Testing 8-4 | Dorsey Elementary School |
| May 12-23 | Choices processed | |
| May 30 | Magnet results sent out |
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