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**Bend-La Pine Schools Announce Application Window for Choice Option Schools**

BEND, OR – The January 2025 edition of "Family Spotlight" from Bend-La Pine Schools highlights important information for families interested in Choice Option Schools. Applications for these specialized programs are now open and will remain available until **Friday, January 24, 2025**.

Parents and guardians are encouraged to act quickly and submit applications before the deadline. The "Family Spotlight" provides detailed information on the application process, deadlines, and available schools. Resources are accessible online to assist families in both English and Spanish.

- English: [bls.fyi/jan6spotlight](http://bls.fyi/jan6spotlight)

- Spanish: [bls.fyi/jan6boletin](http://bls.fyi/jan6boletin)

For additional updates, follow the Bend-La Pine Schools hashtag: **#IAmBendLaPineSchools**. Families are encouraged to review the details critical to securing their students' spot in the upcoming school year.

Source: Bend-La Pine Schools

Source Type: School

Source Location: Bend

Bend, OR

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