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Dear School District of Philadelphia Families,
I am writing to share an important update regarding the School District of Philadelphia’s Find Your Fit School Selection process for the 2027–2028 school year, including changes to the application timeline and the availability of 2026 Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA) results.
On August 18, the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) informed school districts across the Commonwealth that the release of official statewide 2026 PSSA and Keystone assessment results, originally expected in August, would be placed on hold while PDE completes its review of preliminary data. This review is necessary to ensure schools and families receive the most accurate and reliable information.
Because assessment results are an important part of the School Selection process, we are extending the application window to allow families additional time to review their official 2026 assessment results and make informed decisions about their school choices.
Updated School Selection Timeline
Please review the following important dates:
- Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.: The Find Your Fit School Selection application system, Avela, will temporarily close to allow the District to upload 2026 assessment results and update student applications.
- Wednesday, December 2, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.: The application system will reopen. Families will be notified when updated 2026 PSSA results are available and will have an opportunity to review their scores, update their information, and submit/resubmit their applications.
- Wednesday, December 16, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.: The Find Your Fit School Selection application window will officially close. No applications or changes to existing applications will be accepted after this deadline.
Resources and Support for Families
We remain committed to supporting families throughout the School Selection process. The District offers several resources, including Application Assistance Labs, step-by-step How-To Guides, the School Selection Town Hall recording, and the Explore School Search Tool. For additional information and resources, please visit the Find Your Fit School Selection website.
If you have questions or need assistance completing your application, please contact your student’s school counselor. You may also find answers to frequently asked questions on the School Selection website or connect with us through our two-way communication platform, Let’s Talk, by selecting the Contact Us tab.
We understand that changes to the application timeline may require families to adjust their plans, and we appreciate your patience and flexibility. Our priority is to ensure that all families have access to accurate information and sufficient time to make the best educational decisions for their children.
Thank you for your continued trust in the School District of Philadelphia and for entrusting us with your child’s education as we work together to become the fastest-improving large urban school district in the nation.
In partnership,
Tony B. Watlington Sr., Ed.D.
Superintendent
The School District of Philadelphia