01 Dec 2025 PCSSD announces 2026 registration timeline
Arkansas Public School Choice enables students to attend a public school in a nonresident district. This means that families who do not live within the Pulaski County Special School District school zone, but wish to attend one of the 25 schools in the district may do so through the Arkansas Public School Choice Act.
“The Arkansas Public School Choice Act is a great option for parents and families who are interested in their children attending a PCSSD school, but they live outside of our district,” said Dr. Janice Warren, assistant superintendent for Student Services. “PCSSD is committed to preparing students for college, career, and world readiness, and we welcome applications from those interested in our district.”
The Arkansas Public School Choice Act allows students from kindergarten to grade 12 the opportunity to register and attend public schools outside of their assigned school district. Applications are open from January 1 through June 1, for the following fall semester. Applications for pre-K students new to the district begins on January 12.
PCSSD encompasses 25 schools in Little Rock, Maumelle, North Little Rock and Sherwood, including 16 elementary schools, four middle schools, one junior high school, and four high schools.
For specific questions about PCSSD or School Choice, parents may contact the PCSSD Department of Student Services at 501.234.2021.
2026 Registration Timeline
Pre-K Enrollment
January 12, 2026
Begin accepting Pre K Applications for students NEW to the District
Student Registration
January 1 – June 1, 2026
Arkansas School Choice Applications accepted
March 9-20, 2026
Elementary Intent Form
March 9, 2026
Online registration opens for students NEW to the District (Grades K-12)
April 1 – May 29, 2026
Student Services will begin accepting permits
