CSD Early Learning Center

In observance of Juneteenth, there will be NO Summer School on Friday, June 19th, 2026.

ELC Families! Start time for K-2 students will be 8:00AM for the 26-27 school year. Note the drop off and pick up times below!

The school does not have power. Summer School is cancelled today, Friday, June 12th. School offices will be closed.

Habitat for Humanity NWI is now taking applications for housing. If you or someone you know is in need, please click the link to access the application.

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Our amazing School Resource Officer, Sgt. Alexander Jones had an article written highlighting his profound impact on the Charter School of the Dunes community. The piece showcases his dedication to student safety, mentorship, and relationship-building. Read the full feature to see how our SRO goes above and beyond to support our youth! ❤️

Region Voices: Impacting young lives drives Gary police Sgt. Alexander Jones Sgt. Alexander Jones has served as a patrol officer, homicide detective, traffic investigator and security detail for the mayor. His favorite role, though, is working as a school resource officer.

ELC Staff recognition and awards today. Today we recognized our staff for their impact, hard work, dedication, and uniqueness. Best Team Ever!

1st and 2nd Grade Quarter 4 awards today! Congratulations students!

Pre-k students in Ms. Powell’s class picked lettuce and carrots from our garden bins. The wonderful ELC kitchen staff then prepared a salad for them to eat during lunch time!

Today was field day for all students, PreK-Grade 2! It was hot outside but that didn’t stop us from having a great time! Students competed, collaborated, and had the “best day ever”!

Inflatable Costume race today. Staff in various grade levels- and Mrs. Espinosa- wore Inflatable costumes and raced each other to see who was fastest! The frog (AKA Ms. Kessler) won!