Question 1

What is the charter school lottery?

Accepted Answer

A charter school lottery is a random selection process that determines which students will be offered admission when the number of applicants exceeds the available seats in a school. California law requires charter schools to conduct a public, transparent lottery when demand exceeds capacity. It is not exclusionary but instead creates a fair and transparent process that is compliant with enrollment regulations and provides all applicants with equal opportunity.

Question 2

Who is eligible to participate in the lottery?

Accepted Answer

Any California student residing within the charter authorizing district or specific geographic boundaries can apply to the lottery. IvyTech Charter School’s lottery is designed to be unbiased and impartial. No student is given preferential treatment based on their academic performance or socioeconomic background. The lottery system ensures that each applicant has an equal chance of securing a seat. Some schools, however, may have preferences for siblings of current students or children of staff members.

Question 3

How do I apply for the lottery?

Accepted Answer

Parents must submit the open lottery enrollment form by the deadline set by the school. (This year, it’s April 10, 2026).

You can find the Open Enrollment Lottery Form on the Summer Session (Credit Recovery) page. [Opens 2/17/2026]

If you need a paper application, please stop by our office during regular business hours (i.e., M-F 8:30 am - 3:30 pm).

Question 4

When will the lottery be held?

Accepted Answer

IvyTech will conduct the lottery during the week of April 13, 2026. Families will be notified via email if their names were drawn on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.

Question 5

How are students selected?

Accepted Answer

The lottery process must be random and fair. Some schools use a computerized system, while others conduct manual drawings. Preferences may be applied according to school policies.

Question 6

Does IvyTech Charter School have a priority enrollment policy?

Accepted Answer

Yes, IvyTech Charter School may provide priority admission to:
All current IvyTech Students
Siblings of currently enrolled students
Children of school staff or board members (up to 10% of enrollment)
Students residing within the authorizing school’s district boundaries
All other applicants

Question 7

When will I know the results of the lottery?

Accepted Answer

Families will be notified if their name was pulled via email. (4/15/26)

Question 8

What are my next steps if my child is accepted?

Accepted Answer

What you can anticipate:

If your students’ name is pulled during the lottery, IvyTech staff will contact you via email and offer you a spot at our school. (A link to confirm your acceptance of the offer and to schedule your registration appointment will be included in the email message)
Once notified, families have the opportunity to accept or decline the offer. Families must accept an offer of admission by April 29, 2026 , or their offer will be rescinded and the spot will be reallocated to an applicant on the waitlist.
After accepting, parents will be required to complete the school enrollment process and submit the mandatory documents required by the state for enrollment in a publicly funded school.
Parent(s)/Guardian(s) will need to complete the registration form and then schedule a Written Agreement Email appointment. Registration links will be emailed in a separate email than the lottery notification email. NOTE: Due to rising gas prices, IvyTech is not requiring in-person appointments this year. Parent(s)/Guardian(s) and student will be emailed the written agreement on the scheduled day and time. 
All families must sign their Written Agreements by Friday, May 22, 2026 to complete their enrollment.

After enrollment is complete:

An Orientation Email with login credentials and information for getting started will be emailed on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. 
Classes open and the summer session begins Wednesday, July 1, 2026.

Question 9

What happens if my child is not selected by the lottery?

Accepted Answer

If no seats are available, students are placed on a waitlist in the order they were drawn. IvyTech is committed to accommodating as many students as possible within our program and will offer seats as they become available.

Question 10

Can I appeal if my child doesn’t get in?

Accepted Answer

Lottery results are final, but you may reapply in future enrollment cycles. Students whose name is not pulled during a lottery will be placed on a waitlist.

Question 11

Is there a cost to apply or attend a California charter school?

Accepted Answer

No, California charter schools are publicly funded and tuition-free.

Open Lottery Information

2026-2027 Summer Session Lottery
IS NOW CLOSED!
Lottery was open until April 10th
Families will be notified via email on April 15th at 6 PM.
Please check your email and spam folders!
Note: Once you receive your email, make sure to read and follow the instructions.

Lottery Information

What is the charter school lottery?

Who is eligible to participate in the lottery?

How do I apply for the lottery?

When will the lottery be held?

How are students selected?

Does IvyTech Charter School have a priority enrollment policy?

When will I know the results of the lottery?

What are my next steps if my child is accepted?

What happens if my child is not selected by the lottery?

Can I appeal if my child doesn’t get in?

Is there a cost to apply or attend a California charter school?

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Open Lottery Information

2026-2027 Summer Session Lottery IS NOW CLOSED! **Lottery was open until April 10th ** Families will be notified via email on April 15th at 6 PM. Please check your email and spam folders!​​​​ Note: Once you receive your email, make sure to read and follow the instructions.

Lottery Information

What is the charter school lottery?

Who is eligible to participate in the lottery?

How do I apply for the lottery?

When will the lottery be held?

How are students selected?

Does IvyTech Charter School have a priority enrollment policy?

When will I know the results of the lottery?

What are my next steps if my child is accepted?

What happens if my child is not selected by the lottery?

Can I appeal if my child doesn’t get in?

Is there a cost to apply or attend a California charter school?

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2026-2027 Summer Session Lottery
IS NOW CLOSED!
Lottery was open until April 10th
Families will be notified via email on April 15th at 6 PM.
Please check your email and spam folders!
Note: Once you receive your email, make sure to read and follow the instructions.