Choose Your School
Current Thomas Elementary Students
Thomas Elementary School will begin a "sunset" year in 2025-26, serving only grades 2-5 before being repurposed in 2026-27. We recognize the significant impact this change may have on Thomas families and are committed to helping you explore and choose from the excellent schools within Abilene ISD that best meet your family's needs.
Please use this page to find grade-level and program specific information to help your family choose your school.
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What's Next?
Abilene ISD is committed to providing you with the information and resources you need to experience a smooth transition.
Parent Meetings
If you were unable to attend the Ortiz parent meetings, please use the resources below to view the meeting recording and presentation.
Campus Preview Nights
In January, families were invited to attend Campus Preview Nights. These events were intended to provide an opportunity for families to tour campuses, meet campus leadership, and get to know each school community.
School Choice Application Process
The application window for students currently attending Thomas Elementary School was open Jan. 27–Feb. 7.
AISD will make every effort to place families in their first choice school, space allowing.
School choice notifications will be distributed by mail and email in March.
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Q&A
Have another question we haven't answered here? Please email chooseyourschool@abileneisd.org or call (325) 794-INFO (4636).