Information & Resources for the 2026-2027 School Year

Elementary Boundaries:

• Map

Registration/Enrollment Forms:

• Click here to enroll a new student for the 2026-2027 school year
• Click here to register a returning student for the 2026-2027 school year (Skyward Family Access Login Requried)

Liberty Community Preschool Registration:

Click Here for Liberty Preschool Enrollment Information 2026-2027

• A Community Preschool Interest Form will be available on the Liberty Preschool/Lynwood Elementary website on Monday, March 2, 2026 (7:00 a.m.) and will close when spaces are filled.
• Full Day Community Preschool and Half Day Community Preschool options will be offered.
• Liberty Preschool is located at Lynwood Elementary, and is open to any Decatur Township families with children who meet the criteria (until positions are filled).
• Students must be 3 years old by August 1st, 2026, and fully toilet trained.
• Enrollment decisions will be made based on met criteria and time of submission.
• Enrollment confirmation or waitlist emails will be sent out starting 4/1/2026. This email will include program times, cost, registration information, and additional needed paperwork. 
• Please direct any questions to Liberty Preschool: 317-243-7559.

 

Dates to Remember:

2026-2027 School Year Calendar

In Person Registration Opportunities*: 

• Daily at each school- call ahead to make an appointment to use a laptop.
• July 16th, 2026: 9:00 am-12:00 pm or 4:00-8:00 pm at each school.

*In person registration is not required, but is an opportunity to access laptops at each school, receive information, and present required documents. All students can be enrolled or registered online from home.

Kindergarten Round-Up:

Thursday, April 23rd: 5:00-7:00 p.m. at:

Blue Academy, Gold Academy, Lynwood Elementary, Stephen Decatur Elementary, Valley Mills Elementary, and West Newton Elementary

 

Out of District Transfer Requests: 

May 26-May 29, 2026

Backpack/School Supply Giveaway:

The 2026 backpack/school supply giveaway will have a new format. 

Look for a Google Form to sign up for a clear or standard backpack through ParentSquare in early July.

Applicants will be verified through Skyward Family Access. If backpacks are assigned, you will receive an email confirmation.

Backpacks will be picked up on July 16th during registration (9 AM-12 PM or 4-6 PM) at the school you selected through the form.

1st Day of School:

Wednesday, August 5, 2026

Immunization Requirements

 

As we begin planning for the 2026–2027 school year, this is an important reminder to make sure your student’s immunizations are up-to-date before school starts. Indiana state law requires proof of immunizations or a signed exemption form to be on file for school enrollment to any grade level.

Please note that students entering 6th grade and 12th grade have additional immunization requirements:

Incoming 6th Grade Students

• Tdap
• Meningococcal (MCV4)

Incoming 12th Grade Students

• Second dose of Meningococcal (MCV4)

We encourage families to schedule vaccine appointments early with your healthcare provider, local clinic, or pharmacy to avoid the back-to-school rush.

Click here for a full list of required immunizations.

School Supply Lists 2026-2027

Backpacks
Starting with the 2026–2027 school year, students and families may choose to use either a standard or clear backpack. This decision reflects the reduced availability of clear backpacks over the past year, along with the implementation of additional safety measures to help maintain a safe and secure learning environment for all students and staff.

Liberty Preschool Supply Lists

Elementary Supply Lists (Blue Academy, Gold Academy, Stephen Decatur, Valley Mills, Lynwood, and West Newton)

Decatur High Ability Academy Supply Lists

Decatur Middle School Supply List

Decatur Township School for Excellence Supply List

AYS (At Your School) Before & After School Care

Click here for information about AYS.

Meet Your Teacher/Back to School Nights

August 4, 2026:

Blue Academy 4:00-4:45 pm

Decatur High Ability Academy 5:00-6:00 pm

Lynwood Elementary 5:00-6:00 pm

Stephen Decatur Elementary 5:00-6:00 pm

Valley Mills Elementary 5:00-6:00 pm

Gold Academy 5:15-6:00 pm

West Newton 5:30-6:30 pm

Decatur Central High School 6:00-7:00 pm

Decatur Middle School 6:30-7:30 pm

Decatur Township School for Excellence 6:30-7:30 pm