Pre-Registration is the process of filling out a form to provide basic information to the school district.  Once this information is collected, the school will contact you to schedule an appointment to complete registration.

Kindergarten Registration is the opportunity for parents or guardians to register their child for school. 

Pre Registration Starts April 7th - May 16th 2025

If you're unsure of which elementary school your child should attend, please contact the transportation department at (219) 650-5311. Provide your address, and they will let you know your child's designated school.

A child must be five years old on or before August 1. 

• Certified birth certificate (exceptions for foster children)
• DCS foster information if applicable
• Immunization records
• Any legal or custodial papers, if applicable
• Parent/Guardian current license or state ID 
• Proofs of residency 
  • HOMEOWNERS Two (2) of the following items are required:
    • Utility bill (either NIPSCO, water or sewer)
    • Deed, Contract or Mortgage Statement
    • Lake County Tax Bill
  • PENDING HOMEOWNERS Pending defined as 30 days prior to occupancy  
    • Letter on realtor letterhead, of pending purchase and projected date of movie-in. Must include the name and address of purchasing family. 
    • Letter on contractor letterhead, validating pending construction of home and projected move-in date. Must include the name and address of purchasing family. 
    • Offer to Purchase/Purchase Agreement/Contract
  • Renters/Leases One (1) of the following items is required: 
    • Lease Agreement – Must include parent/guardian name on the agreement; must include school age students on the agreement as tenants. Name and phone number of manager/landlord. Must include beginning and ending date of agreement. 
    • Rent Agreement – Must include parent/guardian name on the agreement; must include school age student on the agreement as tenants. Name and phone number of the manager/landlord. Must include beginning and ending date of agreement.
      • In addition, one (1) of the following items is required 
        • Utility Bill (either NIPSCO, water, or sewer) 
        • Vehicle Registration 
        • TRANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) letter from the State of Indiana
        • The school maintains the right to contact the landlord to confirm residency.
  • ADDENDUM (living in the home of another family or individual) 
    • Ross Township resident/owner completes addendum form in person in presence of school resource officer (SRO) 
    • Ross Township resident provides proof of residency (refer to proof of residency for homeowners, renters/leasers listed above) 
    • A Photocopy of the resident’s driver’s license is to be taken and placed in the student’s file along with the parent/guardian’s driver license