East Mountain High School Announces Key Dates for 2026-2027 Enrollment Lottery

SANDIA PARK, NM — East Mountain High School (EMHS), the No. 1 top-ranked public charter school in New Mexico, has officially released its lottery calendar for the 2026-2027 academic year. As the school prepares for a historic expansion—including the launch of its inaugural middle school program—administrators are urging prospective families to take note of several critical deadlines starting in late January.

A New Era: The 6-12 Pathway

Founded in 1999, East Mountain High School has long been a staple of excellence in the East Mountain community. This year’s lottery is particularly significant as the school transitions into a comprehensive 6-12 campus. While the 6th-grade lottery window closed in late 2025, the high school lottery (grades 9-12) is just beginning.

Important Dates to Remember

Families looking to secure a spot at the award-winning college-preparatory school should mark these dates on their calendars:

• Monday, Feb. 2, 2026: High School Lottery Opens. Applications are available via the school’s website or the Family Portal.
• Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026: Lottery Closes at 4:00 PM. Applications submitted after this time will be placed on the waiting list.
• Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026: The official Lottery Drawing will be held via Zoom at 5:00 PM. (Participation is not required for admission).
• Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026: Results (admission or waitlist status) will be emailed to families by 4:00 PM.

Mandatory “Timberwolf Talks”

For students fortunate enough to be admitted, the process concludes with a mandatory Timberwolf Talk meeting. These sessions allow families to meet with administration and staff to finalize the enrollment process. Meetings are scheduled for:

• Thursday, March 5, 2026
• Wednesday, March 11, 2026

“We expand the table when the community asks for a spot,” school officials noted regarding the recent growth. “One simple application can lead to seven years of guaranteed excellence.”

How to Apply

Prospective families can find the 2026-2027 High School Lottery Form at www.eastmountain.org under the EM Enrollment tab.