Gearing up for a new school year

By Guest Columnist Robin Sanders, Principal, Pelahatchie Elementary School

As the school year comes to a close, we want to congratulate our students on another successful year of learning, growth, and achievement and encourage them to enjoy a fun, relaxing summer!

With the fall semester approaching, we encourage all families to complete back-to-school registration as early as possible. Early registration helps our school prepare class schedules, transportation routes, classroom assignments, and student services to ensure a smooth start for everyone.

Students who will be in kindergarten this fall can come pick up a registration packet now. Residency information, immunization records, and a birth certificate are required.  

Returning students will receive an InfoSnap registration code through the email listed in PowerSchool around July 10, 2026.  We will send out a ParentSquare reminder when they are sent.  

We will have someone available at the school office this summer from 8:00 - 2:00 to assist you with registration.  If you call the school and no one answers, please leave a voicemail.  

Registration Checklist
●  Complete a registration packet for new students now or complete online registration beginning July 10 for returning students.
● Be sure residency is updated for next school year. You can email an updated electricity bill to [email protected].
● Complete a meal application after July 1.  It will be part of online registration for returning students. New students can start the application July 1, 2026.  The link can be found on the RCSD website under the department of Child Nutrition.
● Be prepared for technology fees: $25 per child in PreK-6th grades.
● If you are in need of after-school care, contact the Front Office to register at 601-825-9714.  Space is limited.  

Completed registration and residency is required before students are placed on class rolls so please get this complete before the Meet the Teacher event.  The earlier the better!

Our Meet the Teacher event will be held on Tuesday, July 28. It will be come and go from 8-9:30 and 12:30-2:00. The first day of school is Thursday, July 30.  Doors open at 7:20 a.m.  

Thank you for your continued partnership and support. We look forward to welcoming our students back soon for another year of learning and achievement.
Have a safe and enjoyable remainder of your summer, and remember to complete your back-to-school registration early!