J. Graham Brown School
Prospective Admissions

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The Application Window for the 2026-27 School Year is CLOSED.

We are unable to review any late applications for grades K-8 and unlikely to review late applicants for grades 9-12.

The application window for 2027-28 will likely be open November-December 2026.

Information on this website will be updated October 2026 for the new admissions cycle.

2026-27 Admissions

Join us at these upcoming events:

JCPS Showcase of Schools

Norton Healthcare Sports & Learning Center

3029 W. Muhammad Ali Blvd.

October 25, 2025, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM

2026 Self-Directed Learning Magnet Program Information Sessions

546 S. First Street

All sessions are 8:30-10:00 AM

November 7, 2025

November 11, 2025

November 18, 2025

December 5, 2025

December 17, 2025

No registration or sign up is needed to attend. Additional information is listed below.

Prospective Students and Parents,

Thank you for your interest in joining the J. Graham Brown School family. Check this site for frequent updates.

JCPS Magnet School Application Window

The application window for JCPS Magnet Schools for the 2026-27 school year is November 3 - December 19, 2025.

Magnet Program Information Sessions

Visit the building and see Brown's K-12 Self-Directed Learning magnet program theme during a school day. Sessions include a tour tailored for your student's grade level (Elementary, Middle, High), program and admissions information from school administrators, and an opportunity to have your questions answered.

All sessions 8:30-9:45 AM

Friday November 7, 2025

Tuesday November 11, 2025

Tuesday November 18, 2025

Friday December 5, 2025

Wednesday December 17, 2025

No registration or sign up is needed to attend.

*Daytime parking is available at metered spots and the YMCA parking garage at 2nd and Guthrie St. (Parking fees will apply.) Plan your visit.

Self-Directed Learning

Our Self-Directed Learning Framework makes us unique from all other schools across America. Our framework was developed by our faculty, and incorporates our four dispositions: Independence, Empathy, Innovation, and Advocacy. Click the link to learn more about how our program deepens as students grow and mature.