STUDENT ENROLLMENT INFORMATION
Intra-District Transfer Process Now Open for LPCSC Families
La Porte Community School Corporation is now accepting intra-district transfer requests for the upcoming school year. Families residing within LPCSC boundaries who wish for their child to attend a K-4 elementary school other than the one assigned to their residence may submit a transfer application.
Important Information:
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Eligibility: This process is currently open only to families residing within La Porte Community School Corporation boundaries
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Out-of-District Families: Open enrollment for out-of-district families will begin on April 1, 2025
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Review Process: Transfers are considered on a rolling basis, depending on available space within buildings
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Approval Factors: The superintendent and principal will review all requests based on:
- Available space at the requested school
- Academic considerations
- Safety considerations
- Family considerations
How to Apply:
Complete the transfer application form and submit it for review.
Questions?
For assistance with the application process or for more information, please contact:
Tammy VanHook
Phone: 219-362-7056
Email: tvanhook@lpcsc.k12.in.us
LPCSC is committed to providing quality educational opportunities for all students in our community.
New Students
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New students enrolling at La Porte Community School Corporation can complete an online application here.
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For instructions on creating a New Student Portal Account, click here.
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Parents and guardians can also download the printable version of the application here and submit it to the main office at their school.
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Click here for a list school boundary maps.
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Email us with questions.
Kindergarten Registration
Kindergarten Enrollment is Still Open. Stop by or contact your elementary school.
Location: Elementary School Buildings
Required Documents for Kindergarten Enrollment
- Birth Certificate
- Proof of Residency (one of the following):
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- Utility Bill
- Mortgage Statement
- Lease Agreement
- Immunization Records
Process
The kindergarten registration process is the same as in previous years, with in-person registration at the elementary schools.
Out of District Transfer Requests
La Porte Community School Corporation will open Out-of-District Transfer requests for families living outside the district on April 1, 2025.
Students who wish to transfer into La Porte Community School Corporation from another school district must complete an online application here.
The completed request will automatically be submitted to the Superintendent’s Office for review. All requests will be reviewed based on the following guidelines:
- All applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
- It is possible that not all applications will be approved based on current class sizes and building capacity.
- Parents should provide their own transportation to and from school for the duration of the school year.
The Superintendent’s Office will notify parents of a determination.
Email the Superintendent’s Office with any questions.
RETURNING STUDENTS
- Online registration is for all RETURNING students. You will receive a communication around August 1, 2025 prompting you to complete your Student Information Update for the 2025 - 2026 school year. At that time you will access your Skyward Family Access Portal and update your information.
- During the update, you will be asked to validate student information, emergency contacts, and complete all necessary forms for the upcoming school year. It is very important that you complete these steps to ensure that all future communication is accurately delivered. If you have a change of address or other basic demographic data to updated, you must visit your school building and provide all appropriate paperwork for validation.