Fort Wayne Community Schools

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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.

Determine school eligibility

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

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

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

Complete registration

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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FORT WAYNE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

News & Announcements

Santa spreads holiday cheer for kids surviving cancer

North Side High School is gearing up to host its 37th annual Christmas Party for Kids Surviving Cancer.

North Side High School is gearing up to host its 37th annual Christmas Party for Kids Surviving Cancer. This cherished holiday tradition brings hope and joy to families facing cancer. The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8, at the school, 475 E. State Blvd.

This year, 165 people from 21 families, will enjoy a day of food, crafts, games, performances by North Side’s Dance 5 and festive cheer with a special visit from Santa Claus.

The event is a collaboration between North Side students and staff and Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana. Student groups not only adopt the families and buy and wrap presents for the children, but they also raise money and gather donations from community partners for the party.

Students take part in Gobble Off at Harrison Hill Elementary.

Harrison Hill's talented turkey gobblers to take center stage

Just in time for Thanksgiving, Harrison Hill Elementary is hosting the 37^th Annual Gobble Off.

It’s that time again for the most highly anticipated turkey talent show at Harrison Hill Elementary! The 37th Annual Gobble Off is Tuesday, Nov. 26.

The feathered festivities will kick off with kindergarten-second grade gobblers at 10 a.m., followed by the third-fifth grade turkey talents at 2:30 p.m. Students will not only show off their perfect gobbles but will also be dressed as their favorite Thanksgiving bird.

The Gobble Off winner will be awarded a frozen turkey, while the runner-up gobbler will receive a pumpkin pie.

Students at Weisser Park create a Thanksgiving parade using STEAM innovation.

Students create Thanksgiving parade using STEAM innovation

Weisser Park is again hosting a Thanksgiving parade, and the theme this year is “Balloons above Broadway.”

Move over, Macy’s! Weisser Park is again hosting a Thanksgiving parade, and the theme this year is “Balloons above Broadway.” The parade is at 9:45 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 26, at Weisser Park Elementary, 902 Colerick St.

Using project-based learning strategies, fourth-grade STEAM students are building unique floats representing local businesses and Fort Wayne landmarks. Preparing for the parade allowed students to collaborate with community members and teachers while exploring various STEAM-related fields such as engineering, design and technology.

Esteemed Grand Marshall Superintendent Dr. Mark Daniel will lead the parade through the hallways and into the gym to the grand stage.

The parade represents a celebration of collaboration, innovation and imagination.

Culinary Arts students prepare meals for Give Back Thanksgiving.

Culinary Arts students to provide free Thanksgiving dinners

FWCS Career Academy Culinary Arts students are once again providing free holiday meals to the community.

FWCS Career Academy Culinary Arts students are once again providing free holiday meals to the community. The 8th Annual Give Back Thanksgiving is from 4-6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 25. Guests can pick up two dinners at the FWCS Career Academy Cafeteria, 1200 S. Barr St.

The student-prepared menu includes:
• Roasted Turkey Breast or Chicken
• Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
• Green Beans
• Apple Crisp

Guests are requested to enter through the main entrance on Barr Street. Dinners will be served while supplies last.

Upcoming Events

What’s going on at FWCS?

Dec 9

Board Meeting

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Dec 20

Last Day 1st Semester

all day

Dec 23

Winter Vacation

all day

Dec 24

Winter Vacation

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Dec 25

Winter Vacation

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Dec 26

Winter Vacation

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Dec 27

Winter Vacation

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Dec 28

Winter Vacation

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Dec 29

Winter Vacation

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Dec 30

Winter Vacation

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2023-24

by the numbers

28,629

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

88.9%

GRADUATION RATE

Fort Wayne Community Schools exceeds national graduation rates

14,014

STUDENTS RIDING THE BUS

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

34,603

MEALS SERVED DAILY

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

4,003

EMPLOYEES

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

4,200

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

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.

KIMBERLY

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!

KYRA

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!

DEREK

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.

JASMINE

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.

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