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Enrollment
2026-2027 School Year
Our 2026-2027 School Year Enrollment Interest Form will be made available on our website at 8:00 AM on March 9, 2026*
Open Enrollment Begins: 8:00 AM, March 9, 2026
Open Enrollment Ends: 4:59 PM, March 13, 2026
2026-2027 Waitlist Begins: 5:00 PM, March 13, 2026
2026-2027 Lottery: 12:00 PM, March 16, 2026 (Webinar Link Coming Soon)
2026-2027 Lottery Results and Recording (Coming Soon)
*Completing this form does not guarantee enrollment for your child(ren) with Mission Vista Academy for the 2026-2027 school year. Enrollment opportunities will be offered as availability permits.
New Student Enrollment Interest Forms submitted beginning As enrollment spaces become available for your county, we will begin to offer spots on a first-come, first-serve basis. |
Thank you for your interest in our school!
Program Specific Questions:
TK-8 & High School Program: If you are a prospective parent and have questions about our program, please contact our Family Liaison Team at familyliaisons@missionvistaacademy.org or (951) 393-1352 ext. 3220
Special Education Department: If you are a prospective parent and have questions about Special Education, please click here to fill out our inquiry form and we will reach out to you shortly.
Mission Vista Academy is a tuition-free, public charter school serving transitional kindergarten through 12th grade students in portions of Riverside, Orange, San Diego, and San Bernardino Counties. We serve all portions of Riverside County west of, and including, the Coachella Valley* as well as the portions of San Bernardino County that are within 20 miles of our Riverside County service area.
*Coachella Valley includes the following cities: Palm Springs, Desert Hot Springs, Cathedral City, Rancho Mirage, Palm Desert, Indian Wells, La Quinta, Indio, and Coachella
Required Application Documentation
All students must provide:
- A valid birth certificate, passport, or government-issued identification.
- Proof of Residency. An example of acceptable proof of residence would be a utility bill dated within the past 90 days.
- An immunization record OR immunization card as it applies.
Submission of an Enrollment Interest Form is required to be eligible for admission to Mission Vista Academy. Once submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation. Our Open Enrollment Period for the 2026-2027 school year will begin at 8:00 AM on March 9, 2026, and close at 4:59 PM on March 13, 2026.
- If the number of applications we receive during the Open Enrollment Period exceeds the number of spaces available, we will hold a lottery for the households that submitted an Enrollment Interest Form submission during our Open Enrollment Period. Due to the high demand for enrollment, the need for a lottery is anticipated for the 2026-2027 school year.
- If determined that a lottery will be required, Mission Vista Academy will hold a virtual lottery on March 16, 2026.
- More information will be provided after the close of the Open Enrollment Period. Enrollment Interest Form submissions received beginning at 5:00 PM on March 13, 2026, will be placed on our waiting list.
As availability allows, the Enrollment Department will send offers of enrollment via email. After accepting the enrollment offer, you will be provided detailed information regarding your application process deadline. Applications should be completed using a laptop or desktop computer. We do not recommend using a tablet, phone, or other smart devices to complete the online application. Applications are considered complete once you have received emailed confirmation from our Enrollment Department. In addition, admission to Mission Vista Academy is dependent on the school receiving funding for each student.
Students are not officially enrolled at Mission Vista Academy until they have met with a teacher and signed a Master Agreement Acknowledgement of Responsibilities (MA). Students and families must agree to follow all school policies and currently adopted standards, participate in state and local assessments, and be assigned to a credentialed teacher. These policies and procedures are followed to ensure our compliance and therefore our sustainability. It is recommended that students remain enrolled in their current school until the MA has been signed.
Students may not be concurrently enrolled at Mission Vista Academy or any other private or public school. It is not necessary to obtain an inter/intra-district transfer from your local school district to attend Mission Vista Academy.
In accordance with California State Law, a student’s grade level placement will be based on their date of birth. Students will be placed in the appropriate grade using this chart.
All students must provide:
- A valid birth certificate, passport, or other evidence of birth date.
- Proof of Residency. An example of acceptable proof of residence would be a utility bill dated within 90 days.
- An immunization record OR Non-Immunization Confirmation form.
Students entering TK/Kindergarten or 1st grade, or if your student is entering a California public school for the first time, must provide:
Students entering Kindergarten or 1st grade, or if your student is entering a California public school for the first time, must provide:
- Report of Health Examination or Waiver
Students entering 10th-12th grades must provide:
- Unofficial transcripts from each school attended showing all classes attended for 9-12th grades
Additional information that is requested but will not hinder enrollment:
- IEP – Students with a previous or current IEP
- 504 – Students with a previous or current 504
Discover the Possibilities: Explore Homeschooling at Mission Vista Academy!
Is your child ready for an engaging, personalized learning experience? At Mission Vista Academy, we believe homeschooling can be both enriching and rewarding.
Complete this form to learn more about:
- Our flexible and supportive programs: We offer a variety of options to suit your family's needs and educational philosophy.
- Experienced and dedicated educators: Our team is passionate about helping each child thrive.
- A vibrant and connected community: Connect with other homeschooling families and access valuable resources.
Start your child's journey today! We're excited to partner with you in creating a personalized learning environment that fosters your child's unique talents and interests.
Curious to learn more about homeschooling with Mission Vista Academy?
Join us [virtually] for an upcoming Virtual Information Session! Whether you prefer to listen in with your camera off or actively participate with questions, we'd love to have you. This session will give you a glimpse into the vibrant world of homeschooling at MVA!
March 2026 Virtual Info Sessions (ZOOM LINK):
💻Monday, March 2 at 2 pm
💻Tuesday, March 3 at 11 am
💻Thursday, March 5 at 6 pm
💻Friday, March 6 at 10 am
💻Tuesday, March 10 at 10 am
💻Thursday, March 12 at 5 pm
💻Friday, March 13 at 2 pm
MVA Family Liaison Office Hours (ZOOM LINK):
Wednesdays at 11 am
Please feel free to reach out to our Family Liaison Team at familyliaisons@missionvistaacademy.org or (951) 393-1352 ext. 3220 for further information about our programs, funding, curriculum, or homeschooling with Mission Vista Academy.
Enrollment 2026-2027 School Year FAQs
Our school serves transitional kindergarten through 12th grade students in portions of Riverside, Orange, San Diego, & San Bernardino Counties. We serve all portions of Riverside County west of, and including, the Coachella Valley* as well as the portions of San Bernardino County that are within 20 miles of our Riverside County service area. *Coachella Valley includes the following cities: Palm Springs, Desert Hot Springs, Cathedral City, Rancho Mirage, Palm Desert, Indian Wells, La Quinta, Indio, and Coachella.
You can learn more about our programs, funding, curriculum, or homeschooling with Mission Vista Academy by contacting our Family Liaisons at familyliaisons@missionvistaacademy.org or call (951) 393-1352 ext. 3220.
In the 2026–27 school year, a child who will have their fourth birthday by September 1, 2026, shall be admitted to a transitional kindergarten program maintained by the school district or charter school.
Transitional kindergarten (TK) is the first year of a two-year kindergarten program that uses a modified kindergarten curriculum that is age and developmentally appropriate. A child who completes one year in a TK program may continue in a kindergarten program for one additional year. A child who completes a year of TK and a year of kindergarten will be promoted to first grade. A child who completes two years of kindergarten will be promoted to first grade. A kindergarten continuance cannot be filed once a two-year kindergarten program has been completed, the student will be promoted to first grade. Grade-level retention will be considered in accordance with the school's Promotion, Acceleration, and Retention Policy.
Students entering Kindergarten for the 2026-2027 school year must be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2026.
TK and Kindergarten are not mandatory for children. However, California law requires a child to be six years old on or before September 1 to be legally eligible for first grade.
Being vaccinated or fully vaccinated is not a requirement to enroll in an independent study school. However, because we are a public school, we are still required to collect vaccination records during the enrollment process.
Your assigned HST will be off for summer break and will return in August to greet and assist you with ordering needs. You can learn more about our programs, funding, curriculum, or homeschooling with Mission Vista Academy by contacting our Family Liaisons at familyliaisons@missionvistaacademy.org or call (951) 393-1352 ext. 3220.
Yes! Interested families can submit a waitlist form for their students. Once students who submitted an open enrollment form are offered spots, we will begin to offer waitlisted families spots on a first come, first served basis.
Teachers are assigned based on the location of the enrolling students. We try to place families with the closest available Homeschool Teacher (HST). Families are free to request a specific teacher as well. Families can also request an HST with specifications (bilingual, has worked with students with disabilities, has knowledge of a learning/ teaching style, etc.). Although we try our best to accommodate a family’s request, it is not always possible.
The planning amounts families receive are public funds. These planning amounts can be used to cover the costs of curriculum, approved vendor classes and school related items. Technology costs for the student(s) can be covered as well.
If you are a prospective parent and have questions about Special Education, please click here to fill out our inquiry form and the Special Education Team will reach out to you shortly.
Your HST will help you with this. You can also reach out to our Family Liaisons at familyliaisons@missionvistaacademy.org or call (951) 393-1352 ext. 3220.
Grade level is determined two ways. The state enrollment record is verified and the student enrolled in the next level or we will refer to our Grade Level Placement Chart according to birthdate. We can not advance or retain a student upon enrollment.
Students can only be retained if their prior school has recommended it. If you feel that your student will not be able to handle the upcoming school year, you can always bring up your concerns to your HST.
Please read about our Technology options on our website.
Students are not allowed to be dual enrolled into two schools; whether it is another public school or a private school. High school students, however, may sign up to take classes at their local community college. Families may discuss this path with their HST or the counselor.
Your HST will use the Transcript provided during registration to work with you to determine a high school graduation plan for your student.
Click here to download a copy.