We are in the process of updating our website for the 2025-26 school year.  All information will be updated by September 17, 2024.  The material posted here is reference material from last year.  Information is subject to change.

Is your student interested in Kinder HSPVA for the 2025-26 school year?

Would you like to learn more about the Kinder HSPVA application and audition process?

You're in the right place!

(This website is difficult to manage using a mobile device.  Please view it on a desktop, laptop, or tablet for best functionality.)

To apply, you must complete an application AND submit audition material.

• Step 1:  Between December 10, 2024 and February 12, 2025 complete an application at https://choosehisd.my.site.com/Apply.  

• Step 2:  Prepare your audition materials.  Click HERE to review the audition requirements.  

  • Creative Writing, Instrumental Music, Theatre, Visual Arts, Vocal Music - the first phase of auditions requires you to upload materials by Friday, February 21, 2025.  You may begin submitting materials on December 10, 2024. 
  • Dance - live auditions are Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 8:30 am or 12:30 pm.  You will be able to sign up for an audition time beginning on December 10, 2024
  • Save the date for callbacks for all departments on Saturday, March 1, 2025.  Callbacks are by invitation only.  (Dance Callbacks Auditions may be scheduled for Tuesday, February 25, 2025.)

Important Information:

• You may apply/audition for up to two departments.
• For general information about Kinder HSPVA click HERE.
• For information about tours and open houses click HERE.
• For important dates click HERE.
• Do NOT contact any department faculty directly.
• Questions may be emailed to our Magnet Coordinator, Jonathan Klein, at jklein1@houstonisd.org.
• ¿Habla español? Ponte en contacto con Paula Hernandez en paula.hernandez@houstonisd.org.