Marion County Public Schools hosts annual magnet and career academy expo

Families looking at school choice options in Marion County will have a chance to learn about magnet programs and career academies during an upcoming expo.Marion County Public Schools said its annual School Choice Magnet and Community Resource Expo will be held Nov. 12 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala.The free event will bring together faculty and students from more than 20 magnet schools and career academies, according to the district.MCPS said families can learn about academic and career opportunities available to students at different grade levels. Community organizations will also be available to provide resources and answer questions.The district’s application window for school choice, magnet programs and career academies will also open Nov. 12 and run through Jan. 31, 2027.According to MCPS, elementary and middle school options are lottery-based, while high school options are merit-based. The district said transportation is not provided for students pl