Q: Can you comment on the upcoming school choice registration?
A: It is time to explore your choice options for next school year. Registration is open now and school visits can be made by contacting your school of interest directly. We are a school district of choice and provide multiple pathways for students. District 7 continues to maintain strong neighborhood schools.
Q: What should parents do if they have questions about school choice?
A: You can register and learn more about the array of opportunities by visiting the school choice website: https://dcps.duvalschools.org/Page/30851
We recommend reaching out to us by email or by making an appointment to meet with a specialist either in-person or virtually. You can send an email to School_choice@duvalschools.org. Response time is within 48 hours.
While we encourage you to make an appointment, you are also welcome to walk-in. (The Office of School Choice is located at 4070 Boulevard Center Dr. #200, Jacksonville, FL 32207) In-person meetings take place at the School Choice Office from 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Q: Do you have anything else to share with District 7?
A: Sheriff Bob Gualtieri, who has led on ensuring school safety after Parkland, will be at the Feb. 20 School Board Workshop which will be held in the Cline Auditorium. The focus of this meeting will be school safety.
Q: How can our readers contact you?
A: They can email me at HersheyL@duvalschools.org or call me at (904) 390-2375.
