Redistricting Is Underway

Posted by Ron Wysocarski on Monday, June 5, 2023 at 2:30 PM By Ron Wysocarski / June 5, 2023 Comment

As our communities grow districts shift, including school zones. District lines are redrawn every 10 years following completion of the United States census, and the counties of Volusia, Flagler, and Brevard are amongst those who are currently in the process of adopting new district boundaries for the 2022 and 2023 calendar school year.

Up for review and consideration will be school attendance boundaries and zoning based on detailed population data. The attendance boundary is a geographic area from which the students are eligible to attend a local school. A local school district determines the school attendance boundaries for schools within its district. Zoning means children who live in the school’s zone are guaranteed a place at their local school. Of note: If the school has extra places, children who live outside the zone can apply for those places.

The objective of the redistricting process is to redraw the districts so they are compact adjoining, and as close in population as possible. This is necessary to control school capacities as the population in certain areas shift and grow.

Obviously, this process can have an immense impact on parents and children. Most of you moved to a specific school zone to ensure your child could attend the school of your choice. Concern about a possible school change is valid. Having to uproot students that are thriving in their current environment is unsettling. They have favorite teachers, best buddies, and most likely feel comfortable. Sometimes a school change can affect the parent’s job to school proximity, transportation, afterschool care, and more.

If you are considering moving to the central Florida area, feel free to reach out to your agent with any neighborhood or schooling questions. Our agents understand how important a school district can be during the search for your dream home and are very familiar with the area schools and their characteristics and assets. They have the resources to help. There are options to accommodate your child’s talents, interests, and preferred course studies. Our agents work hard to stay in the know and will keep you up to date on any changes during your home search process.

Though the redistricting is inevitable, community input is extremely important. Contact your County Council or School Board representatives directly and keep yourself informed. Regardless of any possible changes for your family, your Wyse Home Team agent will help you navigate any changes or assist you in finding the perfect home and the perfect school for your family that fits your needs and goals.