Kindergarten Enrollment

2025-26 School Year Kindergarten Enrollment Information
*Kindergarten students must be age 5 by August 1, 2025

Welcome to Michigan City Area Schools! We're excited to help you get your child ready for their first day of kindergarten next school year. Follow these FIVE steps to complete enrollment and prepare for the school year. Please note that this guide is for NEW students for the 25-26 school year. If you are attempting to enroll your kindergarten for the current school year, please call your school's office.

1. Create an account on the PowerSchool Enrollment website. 

PowerSchool Enrollment (New Student Only)

To enroll a new student, use this link or the button above to set up your account. Parents must click “Create Account” before completing the required forms on the PowerSchool Enrollment website. If you have any questions, contact your child’s school during office hours for assistance. The numbers are listed below. 

2. Submit Required Documents 

To start the enrollment process, please bring copies of the following to the school where your child will be enrolled during school hours: 

• your child's official birth certificate (from the State Board of Health)
• parent/guardian's driver's license or state photo ID
• proof of residency (utility bill, property tax bill, lease agreement on business letterhead, public assistance documentation, etc.)
• immunization records and proof of lead screening. (Your child must be up to date by the first day of school in August!)
• Any custody paperwork (if applicable)

(These documents must be on file before your child can start school). You'll also be asked for your child's emergency contact information.

3. Set up Your PowerSchool Parent Portal for new families to MCAS.

Prior to the start of the school year, you will receive an email with instructions on how to set up your PowerSchool Parent Portal account. This account will allow you to report absences, check student grades and attendance, and stay connected throughout the school year. 

If you already have an existing Parent Portal account, the email will have instructions on how to add your new student.

4. Prior to the start of the school year, log in to your PowerSchool account to view: 

• Bus pickup and drop-off times (if requested transportation during the Annual Information Update) 
• Your child's teacher assignment or class schedule

5. Mark your calendar! The first day of school for all students is Wednesday, August 13. 

If you have any questions, please contact your child's school for assistance. We look forward to a great school year with you!

2026-27 School Year Kindergarten Enrollment Information
*Kindergarten students must be age 5 by August 1, 2026

Welcome to Michigan City Area Schools! We're excited to help you get your child ready for their first day of kindergarten next school year. Follow these FIVE steps to complete enrollment and prepare for the school year. Please note that this guide is for NEW students for the 26-27 school year. If you are attempting to enroll your kindergarten for the current school year, please call your school's office.

1. Create an Account on the PowerSchool Enrollment Website

PowerSchool Enrollment (New Student Only)

To enroll a new student, use this link or the button above to set up your account. Parents must click “Create Account” before completing the required forms on the PowerSchool Enrollment website. If you have any questions, contact your child’s school during office hours for assistance. The numbers are listed below. 

2. Submit Required Documents 

Parents may upload the following documents through PowerSchool Enrollment OR bring copies of the following to the school where your child will be enrolled during school hours: 

• your child's official birth certificate (from the State Board of Health)
• parent/guardian's driver's license or state photo ID
• proof of residency (utility bill, property tax bill, lease agreement on business letterhead, public assistance documentation, etc.)
• immunization records and proof of lead screening. (Your child must be up to date by the first day of school in August!)
• Any custody paperwork (if applicable)

(These documents must be on file before your child can start school.) You'll also be asked for your child's emergency contact information.

3. Set up your PowerSchool Parent Portal for new families to MCAS

Prior to the start of the school year, you will receive an email with instructions on how to set up your PowerSchool Parent Portal account. This account will allow you to report absences, check student grades and attendance, complete the Annual Information Update and housing questionnaire, and stay connected throughout the school year. 

If you already have a Parent Portal account, the email will include instructions for adding your new student.

4. Prior to the start of the school year, log in to your PowerSchool account to view: 

• Bus pickup and drop-off times (if requested transportation during the Annual Information Update) 
• Your child's teacher assignment or class schedule

5. Mark your calendar! The first day of school for all students is Wednesday, August 12, 2026. 

If you have any questions, please contact your child's school for assistance. We look forward to a great school year with you!