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Northwest Allen County Schools places a strong emphasis on academic excellence, recognizing it as the foundation for student success and lifelong learning. With a dedicated team of educators, robust curricula, and a commitment to continuous improvement, the district strives to create an environment where every student can thrive academically. High standards, innovative teaching methods, and comprehensive support systems are in place to ensure that all students are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in their future endeavors. The district's focus on academics is complemented by a wide array of extracurricular activities, fostering a well-rounded educational experience.
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Attendance Policy and Procedures
In an effort to provide additional flexibility to families while also meeting new legislative guidelines intended to improve school attendance rates, several changes have been made to our attendance policy and procedures.
Should your child need to be absent from school during the upcoming school year, the absence will be categorized as Excused, Unexcused, or Exempt. A few key points are included below, and the specific school board policy is included at the bottom of this message along with a link to our student handbooks.
Excused Absences
- For the purposes of illness, vacation, or personal matters, parents/legal guardians may excuse their children from school without documentation for up to five (5) days in a school year.
- Medical and legal appointments are considered excused when documentation is provided to the school’s front office. When students miss school due to medical or legal appointments, then documentation must be provided to the front office within three (3) days of the absence as our attendance is reported to the Department of Education on a weekly basis.
- The following reasons also qualify as excused absences: Death in the immediate family or of a relative; observation of a bona fide religious holiday; and deployment or return of a family member in the military.
Unexcused Absences
- All absences not defined under Excused or Exempt will be considered Unexcused.
- Indiana law defines Habitually Truant as a student with ten (10) or more unexcused absences within a school year. Habitually Truant students will be referred to Allen County Juvenile Probation, the Department of Child Services, and/or the Bureau of Motor Vehicles (ages 16-18). Habitually Truant students will also lose the privilege of participating in extra-curricular or co curricular activities unless specific guidelines are met.
- For students in kindergarten through grade six, Indiana law now requires an in-person attendance meeting between the school and families in cases where a student has five (5) unexcused absences within a 10-week period.
Exempt
- Indiana recognizes six (6) specific reasons for days missed to count as Exempt. These reasons are described in our handbook and days missed for these reasons count as Present.
While we recognize that there are times when students must be absent from school, we also want to emphasize the importance of school attendance and the role it plays in continuous growth. A link to our student handbooks and the board approved policy are included below.
NACS Student Handbooks 2024-2025
C175 Student Attendance, Academic Engagement, and Truancy Prevention Policy
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The Northwest Allen County Schools (NACS) Kindergarten webpage provides comprehensive information for parents preparing to enroll their children in kindergarten.
Key details include: important dates, enrollment requirements, enrollment process as well as links to additional resources, including information about the district's mission, academic programs, communication methods, food services, and health resources.
For more detailed information and to access the enrollment forms, please visit the NACS Kindergarten webpage.
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DISTRICT ITEMS
ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
- Arcola Elementary – Check back later!
- Aspen Meadow Elementary
- Cedar Canyon Elementary
- Eel River Elementary
- Hickory Center Elementary (password = huskies)
- Huntertown Elementary Spirit Store
- Oak View Elementary – Check back later!
- Perry Hill Elementary
MIDDLE SCHOOLS
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HIGH SCHOOL
- Carroll High School – Check back later!
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- Find links to access platforms like Canvas and ParentSquare to stay connected with teachers and classmates.
- The page also provides…
- resources for mental and physical health
- information about synchronous learning
- details on visitor background checks, and more.
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Welcome to Northwest Allen County Schools!
We are thrilled that you are registering your student with Northwest Allen County School District! Our community is dedicated to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment where every student can excel. We look forward to partnering with you to support your child's educational journey and are excited to welcome your family to our district.
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Our Commitment to Safety
At Northwest Allen County Schools, the safety and well-being of our students, staff, and community are our top priorities. We are dedicated to providing a secure environment that supports both physical and emotional safety for everyone in our schools.
Physical Safety:
We have implemented comprehensive security measures to ensure the physical safety of our students and staff. This includes secure building access, surveillance systems, and regular safety drills.Emotional Safety:
We believe that a safe school environment extends beyond physical security. Our district is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where every student feels valued and respected.Together, we strive to create a safe and nurturing environment where every student can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
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At the Northwest Allen School Board of Trustees meeting on May 18, 2026, it was approved to charge students fees for consumable items and software that support instruction.
Some examples of student consumable items the fees cover are:
- science labs supplies
- construction paper for art projects, paint, rulers, tape
- Scholastic magazines, novels
- food lab materials
- 3D filament
The collection of fees will allow NACS to continue to provide quality course offerings and classroom projects/activities to enhance the curriculum. Rather than billing students based on grade level or course enrollment, a flat fee structure was chosen to maintain simplicity for families.
The student consumable fees will be assessed as follows:
Fees
- PreK-5 Students: $20 per semester
- 6-12 Students: $30 per semester
Billing dates
- Semester 1: Billed October 12, 2026 – First Semester
- Students enrolled after 11/1 will not be billed for the first semester fee.
- Semester 2: Billed February 12, 2027 – Second Semester
- Students enrolled after 4/1 will not be billed for the second semester fee.
Families will have the option to pay both semester fees when they receive the first bill on October 12, 2026. Beginning November 15, schools will send reminders for those who have not paid. Reminders will continue to be sent out through June. Anyone who has not paid by July 15 will be sent to collections.
FAQ:- Do Free/Reduced students pay student fees?
Answer: Yes, all students will pay student fees.
- Will we collect fees at registration?
Answer: No, all fees will be billed on the dates listed above.
- Will we bill students partially based on the student’s enrollment date?
Answer: Students will be charged the full amount. The cut-off date to charge students is listed above.
- Will we issue refunds?
Answer: Refunds will not be provided. Items are purchased and bought in bulk. We base purchases off our enrollment. All students are billed the same regardless of class choices.
- Can a family pay for both semester fees in October?
Answer: Yes, both fees will be listed on the bill in October. The bill will show amount due to reflect only the first semester fee. However, they will be able to pay for both semesters’ fees.
For more information, see the Student Fee Presentation from the May 4, 2026 Regular School Board Meeting.
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