Monday, May 25, 2026, no school in observance of Memorial Day.
Dowagiac Community Members
Welcome our newest Board of Education member, Taylor Phillips. Through the application and interview process, Taylor impressed the board of education with his passion and commitment to the school community and we are excited to have him join our team. Taylor accepted the role and was appointed by the Board of Education on May 15th.
If your student will be in Pre-K through 5th grade for the 2026-27 school year and will require bus transportation, please complete the transportation application form as soon as possible.
Please note that a new transportation form is required each school year, so returning students will also need to complete the form for the 2026-27 school year.
Transportation Form : https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScgmJhGpcDU4YREXSmpRPHogdgjCklCg7D2duiLl9fkLJG6aA/viewform
Message to Elementary Parents for Transportation for the 2026-27 School Year:
https://aptg.co/D6ZVcg
Please note that a new transportation form is required each school year, so returning students will also need to complete the form for the 2026-27 school year.
Transportation Form : https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScgmJhGpcDU4YREXSmpRPHogdgjCklCg7D2duiLl9fkLJG6aA/viewform
Message to Elementary Parents for Transportation for the 2026-27 School Year:
https://aptg.co/D6ZVcg
Summer Learning Opportunities!
How to Sign Up, Complete the Summer Program Interest Form & Families will be contacted with placement information: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdaeGwR05HOq1biElTWvc0DmK6YN6jif0_G-oIgGmV3z-r6gw/viewform
If you would like to opt out of the Free Summer Reading Program, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/dCffhnLToYdNZgvC8
How to Sign Up, Complete the Summer Program Interest Form & Families will be contacted with placement information: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdaeGwR05HOq1biElTWvc0DmK6YN6jif0_G-oIgGmV3z-r6gw/viewform
If you would like to opt out of the Free Summer Reading Program, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/dCffhnLToYdNZgvC8
The Board of Education will hold a Special Meeting on May 11, 2026 in the Council Chambers at Dowagiac City Hall at 5:00 p.m. The meeting is open to the public.
Elementary Planning, 2026-2027 School Year: https://aptg.co/fCt_DN
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week
The Dowagiac Schools Technology Department is selling older desktop, notebook, and chromebook computers. Desktop computers are $25, Windows notebook computers and chromebooks start at $20 each. We also have flat screen monitors ($10 each) and few older hard drives (starting at $1). The quantities are very limited. Please call 269-782-4477 to set up a time for pickup.
Graduation Day
We appreciate all that you do!
2026-27 School Calendar!
Kindergarten Signing Night!
***This application is intended for students who reside in neighboring school districts within the state of Michigan.***
Our School of Choice is OPEN and accepting applications!!!
The window is open from April 27-May 22 for the 2026-27 school year.
Apply Online: https://forms.gle/NPcrMN8xo3Rn6y3k6
Please visit our website for more information: https://www.dowagiacschools.org/page/schoolofchoice
Our School of Choice is OPEN and accepting applications!!!
The window is open from April 27-May 22 for the 2026-27 school year.
Apply Online: https://forms.gle/NPcrMN8xo3Rn6y3k6
Please visit our website for more information: https://www.dowagiacschools.org/page/schoolofchoice
Dowagiac Community Members
📚✨ Kindergarten & Young 5’s Registration is now open for the 2026 school year! ✨📚
Do you have a child who will be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2026? It’s time to get them registered for an exciting start at Dowagiac Union Schools! 🍎🖍️
Children turning 5 between September 2 and December 1 may also be considered through an age waiver.
Simply scan the QR code in the graphic below to complete the online registration form in English or Spanish.
Do you have a child who will be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2026? It’s time to get them registered for an exciting start at Dowagiac Union Schools! 🍎🖍️
Children turning 5 between September 2 and December 1 may also be considered through an age waiver.
Simply scan the QR code in the graphic below to complete the online registration form in English or Spanish.
Kindergarten and Young 5’s registration nights are happening tonight and tomorrow evening. We’re excited to welcome our newest students and families!
Central Office Newsletter, April 2026: https://aptg.co/CpbcLR
The Board of Education will hold a Special Meeting on April 13, 2026 in the Council Chambers at Dowagiac City Hall at 5:00 p.m. The meeting is open to the public.
Join our team! We’re hiring—click the link below to view available positions: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/DUSD
