How to Apply? (Grade Kinder - 8th)

• The application must be completed online application through the HISD School of Choice website.
• Click “Apply Now” and follow the steps to fill in demographic information and upload any needed documents. List the Mandarin Immersion Magnet School as your school choice.
• Completed applications for 26-27 will be accepted starting 12/09/2025, and they must be submitted no later than 02/11/2026 to be considered in the first round of applicants. You will receive email confirmation when the application is successfully submitted.
• Lottery results will be sent out on 03/19/2026. The last day to accept a seat offered in Phase 1 is 04/01/2026. Correct Proof of Residence must be provided within 14 calendar days starting 03/19/2026.
• Phase 2 opens on 03/19/2026.

IMPORTANT MAGNET DATES (GRADE KINDER - 8TH)*12/09/2025- Phase 1 opens; applications must be submitted online at https://www.houstonisd.org/schoolchoice
*02/27/2026 - Phase 1 closes; Last date to change application ranks. 
*04/08/2026 - Notifications of lottery results available; Phase 2 opens. 
*04/21/2026- Last day to provide proof of residence and signed entrance agreements for seats offered in Phase 1, or spaces will no longer be guaranteed.

School Choice Fairs (9:00 am - 12:00 pm)