News & Announcements

🌟 Gearing Up for Preschool & Kindergarten Round-Up! 🌟

We’re so excited to welcome our future learners! 🎉 Join us for our In-Person Informational Meetings to learn more about enrolling your child in preschool or kindergarten for the 2025-2026 school year!

📚 Preschool Parent Meeting
📅 Monday, April 14, 2025
🕕 6:00 P.M.
📍 Country Meadow Elementary, James R. Watson Elementary, McKenney-Harrison Elementary, & Waterloo Elementary
🎈 Children must be 4 years old by August 1, 2025, to enroll in preschool.

🍎 Kindergarten Parent Meeting
📅 Monday, April 21, 2025
🕕 6:00 P.M.
📍 Country Meadow Elementary, James R. Watson Elementary, McKenney-Harrison Elementary, & Waterloo Elementary
🎒 Children must be 5 years old by August 1, 2025, to enroll in kindergarten.

This is a wonderful opportunity to meet teachers, ask questions, and get ready for an exciting new chapter! We can’t wait to meet our newest learners and their families. ✨

#PreschoolRoundUp #KindergartenReady #FutureScholars #WeAreDeKalb

📢 𝐃𝐞𝐊𝐚𝐥𝐛 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓-𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐢𝐬 𝐍𝐎𝐖 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧!📢

𝐑𝐞𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬: Please register at https://ow.ly/mti550UZyox.

𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬: Please register at https://dekalbcentral.powerschool.com/public/formbuilder/form.html?formid=2042127.

At DeKalb Central Schools, we are dedicated to developing students as critical thinkers, communicators, and collaborators who can adapt and persevere with empathy and integrity in an ever-changing world.

We look forward to welcoming all students for the upcoming school year!

#WeAreDeKalb

Good News! DeKalb Central Schools now has an additional counseling program available for our students!

We are partnering with the Northeastern Center who will provide the following services to any/all DeKalb Central students and Staff.

Two (2) free counseling sessions with a master level therapist for DeKalb Central students. No deductibles, co-pays, or pre-authorization are required to access these services.

Parental Consent is required for any student under the age of 18.
There is no obligation to continue treatment after the initial two free counseling sessions. However, if a student/parent would like to continue counseling, they may do so at their own cost. NEC accepts most insurances and has fee assistance based on family income.

Free services exclude psychiatric services (medication management) and inpatient services.

Are you looking for extra income, but you don't want to miss out on time with your kids? As a DeKalb Central Substitute, you can work while your kids are at school and enjoy exciting benefits. Apply TODAY at https://jobs.willsubplus.com/jobs?districtIds=1319&selectedJobPostingId=4585.

Please read this letter from Superintendent Steve Teders.

📚✏️ Get ahead of the game! Check out our CME 2024-2025 School Supply List to start the new academic year on the right foot! From pens to notebooks, we've got you covered.

https://ow.ly/glNn50Sbowc

Calling all incoming kindergarteners! You're invited to attend Kindergarten Orientation on Mon., July 22 from 8-11 at your child's elementary school.

This event is for incoming kindergarten students only.

RSVP: https://ow.ly/5Z8b50S39Z9

Children ages 1-18 can receive free meals through the DeKalb Central School's Summer Feed Program! Meals will be passed out for the week with 5 breakfast snacks & 5 lunches. Pick-up is at Waterloo Elementary, Ashley/Smiley Park, Corunna Park, Auburn Crossing Pavillion #1, & McKenney Elementary between the hours of 4-6 pm.

Pick-up days will be on Mondays through July 15th. Children must be present to pick up meals, & we are not offering adult meals this year.

Meal Schedule: https://drive.google.com/file/d/12--UCqmhBoZyUfL7ckCGDrLxesta4gUC/view?usp=sharing

DeKalb Central School's 2024-2025 Preschool Round-Up will be on Monday, April 15, 2024, at 6:00 P.M. at each of our four elementary schools: Country Meadow Elementary, James R. Watson Elementary, McKenney-Harrison Elementary, and Waterloo Elementary. To enroll for preschool, children must be at least 4 years of age on August 1, 2024.

DeKalb Central School's 2024-2025 Kindergarten Round-Up will be on Monday, April 22, 2024, at 6:00 P.M. at each of our four elementary schools: Country Meadow Elementary, McKenney-Harrison Elementary, James R. Watson, & Waterloo Elementary. To enroll for kindergarten, children must be at least 5 years of age on August 1, 2024.

We can't wait to see you!

Registration is officially underway for new and returning students at DeKalb Central Schools. Join our vibrant community and discover the endless possibilities that await you. Unlock your future! Enroll today!

Incoming Kindergarten & New Students - https://ow.ly/XGPV50QEare

Incoming Preschool Students - https://ow.ly/fX0J50QEarm

Returning Students - https://ow.ly/IjUZ50QEarj

Need help with registration? Get assistance at any of our Tech Help Nights by visiting:

McKenney-Harrison Elementary - March 6 from 6-8 pm
Waterloo Elementary - March 13 from 6-8 pm
James R. Watson Elementary - March 20 from 6-8 pm
Country Meadow Elementary - April 3 from 6-8 pm
DeKalb Middle School - April 10 from 6-8 pm

#WeAreDeKalb
#FutureLeaders