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Magnet Program

Our Magnet is a voluntary, integrated program that provides rigorous, high-quality, theme-based instruction to facilitate student learning and promote academic achievement. All students interested in attending must apply for acceptance and are welcome to come visit for a tour to discuss your options and the enrollment process.

E-Choices Application

¡Inscríbase ahora en Sotomayor Magnet!

Visit. Enroll. Succeed.

Embark on the Sotomayor Magnet Experience

Descubre nuestra escuela. ¡Visítanos!

When the application window for the 2026-2027 school year opens, click the link below!
ALL STUDENTS NEED TO APPLY via echoices.lausd.net.
¡Cuando se abra la ventana de solicitud para el año escolar 2026-2027, haga clic en el enlace a continuación!
TODOS LOS ESTUDIANTES NECESITAN UNA SOLICITUD echoices.lausd.net.
All students within Los Angeles Unified and outside of Los Angeles Unified may apply.
Need help with enrollment? Reach out to our Magnet Coordinator for assistance:
Jason Hayes
323-276-5411 (323-276-5402 for Spanish)
 
 

General Application Guidelines and Information

Choices Application Timeline

October/
November
On-time Application Window
  • Visit https://GoTo.LAUSD.net to learn about our Choices programs.
  • Review program eligibility criteria, if applicable, and application guidelines.
December
Confirmation/Correction Notification
  • Make corrections by the deadline indicated on the letter.
February
Program Eligibility Notification
  • No action required
    Eligible does not mean selected
March
Selection/Waiting List Notification
  • Selected - Accept/decline online or contact the school by the deadline. No response is considered a decline. All declines are final.
  • Waiting List - No action required. The school will notify you if a space becomes available. We encourage you to submit late applications to other programs.