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Fort Wayne Community Schools

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Fort Wayne Community Schools

At Fort Wayne Community Schools, we are committed to transforming education to ensure students are ready for life after graduation, whether they enroll in higher education, enlist in the military or enter the workforce as an employee or entrepreneur. Through our Schools of Success, students will have experiences connecting their core academic studies with real world relevancy. From the moment students enter FWCS, they will see themselves in the Portrait of an Explorer (elementary), Portrait of a Connector (middle school) and Portrait of a Graduate (high school). FWCS launches the Freshman Schools of Success at each of the district’s high schools in the fall of 2024.

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FORT WAYNE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

welcomes all students

Students in FWCS are assigned to a school based on their residence. Families may also choose a school outside their attendance area by filling out a school choice lottery application.

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Address & Age

Determine which school your child is assigned to based on your home address in our online address lookup.

Students wishing to register for pre-K must be four years old by Aug. 1 or for full-day Kindergarten must be five years old by Aug. 1 of the upcoming school year in order to be eligible.

School choice opportunities

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  • Students have the opportunity to attend any FWCS school by taking part in the annual School Choice Lottery
  • To do so, you must complete an application during the annual lottery enrollment period in the myFWCS Parent Portal. Students are accepted based on space availability. Those students not selected will be put on a waiting list.
  • Students inside and outside of the FWCS district boundaries are welcome to apply.
  • Transportation is not provided for students who transfer to another school except for magnet schools.

Required registration information

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Gather your documents.

  • Student ID (Birth Certificate and the name and address of the last school the child attended)
  • Parent ID (The parent must present a photo ID and the name of the parent must be on the child’s birth certificate. A guardian must provide custodial documentation)
  • Official Immunization Records
  • Proof of Residency

 

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Register online through the myFWCS Parent Portal during the open enrollment period.
 

Please contact FACE with additional questions regarding registration at 260-467-2120

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News & Announcements

Pre-K students register for school

FWCS is hosting Passport to Pre-K from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, March 21, at North Side High School.

Fort Wayne Community Schools is offering pre-K to more students than ever before. To ensure students get registered and on the right path to academic success, FWCS is hosting Passport to Pre-K from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, March 21, at North Side High School, 475 E. State Blvd. 

At Passport to Pre-K, parents will learn about FWCS’ pre-K programs, On My Way Pre-K, meet teachers, learn about transportation, connect with community partners and more. There will be games and other fun activities for children in attendance.   
 
FWCS offers a variety of full-day and half-day pre-K programs available to all eligible students at neighborhood schools throughout the city. Children must be 4 but not yet 5 years old on or before Aug. 1 to be eligible to attend pre-K.  

Getting registered early is important. It gives families more time to learn about their school’s program, and it helps ease the student’s transition to school. For registration, families should bring photo identification, the child’s birth certificate and two proofs of residence, such as a utility bill, medical bill or mortgage or rental papers. Families are encouraged to bring the child's immunization history.   

Parents wanting to receive more information about pre-K registration should call the Family and Community Engagement Center at 467-2120. 

Schools will hold their own pre-K orientations before the end of the school year. The first day of pre-K for the 2024-25 school year is Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024.  

 

 

 

JROTC students attend Schools of Success event

Wayne and South Side high schools have entered into a Cross-town Agreement aimed at providing South Side High School students with access to the Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC) program at Wayne High School. 

Wayne and South Side high schools have entered into a Cross-town Agreement aimed at providing South Side High School students with access to the Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC) program at Wayne High School. 

Through the agreement, South Side High School students will have the opportunity to fully participate in all aspects of the JROTC program at Wayne High School. This includes access to leadership positions, experiences and activities that will help develop team building and leadership skills with students from both schools. 

"We are thrilled to welcome South Side High School students to our JROTC program," said Wayne High School Principal John Houser. "This partnership not only strengthens the program but also promotes collaboration among students from different schools." 

The JROTC is a voluntary student leadership program that builds character and prepares students to serve their community and country. 

"This Cross-town Agreement opens up new opportunities for our students to engage in leadership development and community service," South Side Principal Zach Harl said. "We look forward to the positive impact this collaboration will have on our students' educational experience." 

The Cross-town Agreement takes effect in the 2024-25 school year and is open to all students at South Side and Wayne high schools. FWCS will be providing transportation from South Side to Wayne. By participating in the JROTC, students are not obligated to join the military; instead, it focuses on equipping students with valuable skills for success beyond high school. Students should contact their guidance counselors if they are interested in participating in the program. 

 

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Fort Wayne Community Schools’ 11 middle schools and the Fort Wayne Virtual Academy are hosting 6th Grade Orientation & Open House events starting March 13. 

Fort Wayne Community Schools’ 11 middle schools and the Fort Wayne Virtual Academy are hosting 6th Grade Orientation & Open House events starting March 13.  

As part of the orientation, students and their families will learn about the transition to middle school from fifth grade. Families will get a firsthand look at the courses and co-curricular activities offered, meet staff and tour the buildings. They will also learn how the FWCS Schools of Success framework will impact the educational journey in middle school. Students will be able to register for the 2024-25 school year. 

Orientations will be held at each middle school:  
 

·       Shawnee Middle School, Wednesday, March 13, 5-5:30 p.m. 

·       Lakeside Middle School, Wednesday, March 20, 6 p.m. 

·       Kekionga Middle School, Tuesday, March 26, 5:30-6:30 p.m. 

·       Portage Middle School, Tuesday, April 9, 5:30-6:30 p.m. 

·       Northwood Middle School, Wednesday, April 17, 5:30-6:30 p.m. 

·       Blackhawk Middle School, Tuesday, April 23, 6-7:15 p.m. 

·       Jefferson Middle School, Wednesday, April 24, 6-7 p.m. 

·       Memorial Park Middle School, Wednesday, April 24, 6-7:15 p.m. 

·       Fort Wayne Virtual Academy, Thursday, April 25, 5-6 p.m. (Virtual) 

·       Miami Middle School, Thursday, May 2, 5:30-7 p.m. 

·       Lane Middle School, Monday, May 6, 6-7 p.m. 

·       Towles New Tech Middle School, Tuesday, May 14, 5:30-6:15 p.m. 

Fort Wayne Community Schools is committed to transforming education to ensure students are ready for life after graduation, whether they enroll in higher education, enlist in the military or enter the workforce as an employee or entrepreneur.  

  

 

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For the second straight year, a team of Snider students will compete in the 3DE National Case Competition, presenting this time to DIY giant The Home Depot.

For the second straight year, a team of Snider students will compete in the 3DE National Case Competition, presenting this time to DIY giant The Home Depot. The Snider students will compete virtually from 12-1:30 p.m., March 7, at Snider High School, 4600 Fairlawn Pass. 
 
For this case challenge, students partnered with The Home Depot to solve the question: How should The Home Depot create an innovative shopping experience that highlights one of its departments? Out of 35 schools across the country, Snider’s winning sophomore team was one of four selected to present their case findings to The Home Depot’s executives and judges. 

After the presentations, a National Case Challenge winner will be selected. The Case Challenge last year featured Arby’s. 

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What’s going on at FWCS?

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North Side High School
475 E. State Blvd
Fort Wayne, IN 46805

2022-23

by the numbers

28,664

NUMBER OF STUDENTS

  • 13,920 Pre-K - 5
  • 6,289 Middle School
  • 8,436 High School

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NUMBER OF SCHOOLS

  • 30 Elementary (K-5)
  • 10 Middle Schools (6-8)
  • 5 High Schools (9-12)
  • 2 Early Childhood Ctr.
  • Alternative School 
  • CTE School 
  • Innovation Lab 
  • Intermediate School 
  • Virtual Academy 

89.7%

GRADUATION RATE

Fort Wayne Community Schools exceeds national graduation rates

12,231

STUDENTS RIDING THE BUS

10,487 miles per day 
Nearly 2 million miles traveled per year

32,526

MEALS SERVED DAILY

All FWCS students are offered free meals (breakfast & lunch)
66% eligible to receive free or reduced-price meals

4,050

EMPLOYEES

1,939 Teachers
972 Full-time Employees
1,139 Part-time Employees

3,600

ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNER STUDENTS

There are more than 70 languages spoken by our ELL students from more than 70 countries 
3rd most diverse schools district in the state of Indiana

5,500

SPECIAL EDUCATION STUDENTS

Special Education students including non-public school students served

TESTIMONIALS

Voices of FWCS

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Jada Nicole

Being at the FWCS Career Academy at Anthis helped me greatly because I earned college credits, and it gave me an internship at a really good preschool. It gave me a chance to
start working in my career at a young age.

Class of 2023

KIMBERLY

Kimberly Swain

FWCS is a great place to work because there are so many opportunities to learn and grow as an educator.  Our staff truly love what they do!

 

Early Childhood Education Instructor
FWCS Career Academy

KYRA

Kyra Nolan

I am pleased with the opportunities FWCS creates for my daughter now and the seeds that are being sown for her future success. I adore the great spirit of community that exists among our school families. My daughter is learning so much and most importantly, she is excited about learning!

Parent
Croninger Elementary School

DEREK

Derek Leininger

I have worked my entire career in FWCS and my child attends FWCS because this is our community. As a principal, I have the opportunity to make our community better by supporting our staff, students and families. As a parent, I know my daughter receives engaging, rigorous learning experiences as she continues to thrive.

Principal
Glenwood Park Elementary

JASMINE

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The Vincennes Early College Program (at North Side) along with other rigorous classes have allowed me to get an early start on my college education. By the time I graduate, I’ll have a year’s worth of college credits because of the classes I’ve been able to take. Knowing this definitely makes my goals for the future more obtainable.

Class of 2023

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