The Early Learning Center

Information regarding our kindergartners’ first day of school will be shared soon. Thank you for your patience and understanding. We appreciate your cooperation and look forward to a wonderful start to the school year!

This Weds is our first day of kindergarten! Please make sure to sign up for a time slot in skyward (instructions in the newsletter). Remember- kindergarteners come to school with their grownup and leave with their grownup. Bus service begins on Thursday, August 13th.

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Thanks to a generous donation from the nursing leadership team of St. Mary's Medical Center, we will have free school supplies available tomorrow evening while supplies last! Stop by Veterans Elementary School at Mundell gym between 5pm and 6pm! 💜💛

Sign-up to get your child's school vaccinations tomorrow night (8/6/2026) and get snowcones and play as well. YOU MUST SIGN-UP by today (8/5/2026) to reserve your spot tomorrow.

https://form.jotform.com/261125547739059

Please take a moment to navigate our updated version of Skyward. If you see any discrepancies, please call the office at 219-942-7263. Thank you for your patience during this transition.

School City of Hobart has transitioned to the new Skyward Q Family Access system!

If you haven't logged in yet, please take a moment to review the tips in the graphic below. A few simple steps, like deleting the old Skyward app and using the new link on our website, can help ensure a smooth experience.

If you need assistance:
• Delete and reinstall the Skyward app if it's already on your phone.
• Access Skyward Q through the link on our district website: www.hobart.k12.in.us/skyward
• Use the "Forgot Username or Password?" option if you need to reset your login information.
• Still need help? Contact our Technology Team at 219-942-1388.

Thank you for your patience as we make this transition. We're excited to bring you an improved Skyward experience for the 2026-2027 school year!

Join us today at Joan Martin from 3-6PM!!

🚨 IMPORTANT UPDATE — OUR BACK-TO-SCHOOL BASH HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED! 🚨

Due to today’s weather, we have made the decision to move our Back-to-School Bash to tomorrow, Tuesday, July 28th, at a new location!

📍 Joan Martin Elementary School (Door 11!! )
301 E. 10th Street, Hobart, IN
⏰ 3:00 PM–6:00 PM

All the fun is still coming your way, including vendors, food, book bags, school supplies, bounce houses, foam, games, free activities, and so much more!

Book bags and school supplies will be available for children in grades K–12. Children must be present to receive a book bag. While supplies last.

Please help us spread the word and share this post so everyone knows about the new date and location! We are sorry for the last-minute change, but we cannot wait to see everyone tomorrow! 🎒💜🎉

DATE and LOCATION CHANGE--- Due to the inclement weather this afternoon, the event has been postponed until tomorrow, Tuesday, July 28th at Joan Martin Elementary.

Edit--- Due to the weather, the location has changed to indoors at Joan Martin Elementary.

Tomorrow is the Back to School Bash sponsored by Tye's Bounce Parties! This is a community event held at the ELC, so all grades are welcome! Thank you to Tye's and many other local businesses that will be supporting our students! We hope to see you there from 3-6PM!

ATTENTION INCOMING KINDERGARTENERS!!
- Come join us on Monday, July 27th from 3PM-6PM at the ELC for a Back to School Bash sponsored by Tye's Bounce House Parties! This is a FREE community event!
- Bus Orientation is Tuesday, August 4th at 9:15AM! You must register for transportation service. Click on the link to get your child registered to ride the bus this school year. https://forms.gle/U8VTy3NJAfEMvJ4N6
Please contact transportation at 219-947-2413, Option 2 with questions.
- August 12th is our first day of school and kindergarten orientation!! Students come to school with their parent and then go home with their parent. Teacher assignment and how to sign up for your orientation time will be emailed midweek of August 3rd.
- Get your smiles ready! Kindergarten school pictures will be taken on August 12th! Information on how to order will be emailed with your child's picture proof.