What comes after Carlson? That is a question many of our families have when it's time to start thinking about middle school. Since we are not a neighborhood school, there's not a clear answer to what comes next, but there are a lot of options out there to consider. We hope this page offers some helpful resources as you start exploring your post-Carlson academic path.

 

 

 

Application Dates

School of Choice Application

Application Dates: November 8, 2025 - January 9, 2026 @ 11:59 pm

School of Choice Website: www.fwisd.org/families/choices

Apply Here: www.fwisd.org/families/parent-portal

 

Secondary Open Transfer Application

Application Dates: TBD

Secondary Open Transfer Website: https://enrollment.fwisd.org/transfer

 

Zoned School Registration

Registration for the 2026-2027 school year will likely open after Spring Break.

You will receive an email from FWISD to register and registration will be completed through your FWISD Parent Portal.

 
5th to 6th: Registration & School Information 

Gold seal programs & schools of choice info

 

 

 

More Info to consider... 

 

It's extremely important to tour the different schools you are considering, and maybe some you aren't. Nothing will give you a better feel for how a school operates and feels to your family than entering the building and seeing for yourself. Many schools will offer Open Houses in the evenings, but you can also call and schedule a tour during the school day. Below are examples of questions to ask during your school tour.

 

 

 

 

 

  

The most important thing a parent can do is to simply communicate with your child about their concerns or questions. Transitioning from elementary school to middle school is a BIG step, and while it's definitely scary for parents, it is equally as scary for our kids. Below are a list of questions our 2023-2024 5th graders had about middle school. Use this document to spark conversation with your child, or to simply get an idea of what their concerns may be.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Some Schools/Programs of Choice in the District do not offer sports, but don't let that turn you away if your child is interested in playing sports in middle school. Children attending a campus without sports can still participate in sports at their home campus. Please see below for District guidelines on how to navigate this process.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

middle school resources