2026 - 2027 Back to School Frequently Asked Questions

FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL - Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2026 [Spanish Version]

Online registration for all DPISD students begins on Wednesday, July 22, at 1 p.m. Parents will receive an email from the District through ParentSquare, the parent communication system.

NEW STUDENT REGISTRATION

For more information about registration for students who are new to the District, go to: www.dpisd.org/enroll.

RETURNING STUDENT REGISTRATION [any student who ended the 2025-26 school year in DPISD, including ALL students who ended the 2025-26 school year at the Early Childhood Center]

For information about registration for students who completed the 2025-26 school year in DPISD, go to: www.dpisd.org/enroll.

A DPISD Skyward Family Access account is necessary to complete the back to school online registration.

Parents will use Skyward Family Access to verify and update contact, emergency, and health information for each child. The online registration process is required for all returning DPISD students.

If you have any questions, contact the Family Access helpline at 832.668.8480. You can also email [email protected]

ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS

Carpenter Elementary will offer early registration for all returning students and pre-registered incoming kindergarteners on Thursday, July 30, from 1 - 6 p.m. in the cafeteria. Online registration will be completed at that time. Families will also be able to scan their IDs into our Raptor visitor system for the new year (this must be done yearly), purchase school shirts, receive car tags, and much more. We invite all kindergarten students to come to visit our teachers and complete kindergarten screening. Once required registration forms are completed, parents will receive their child’s teacher assignment for the 2026-27 school year. Carpenter Elementary will host a Meet the Teacher night for all students on Monday, Aug. 10, from 5 - 6 p.m.

Dabbs Elementary will offer early registration (ONE DAY ONLY) for all returning students on Thursday, July 30, from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Online registration can be completed at that time if you have not yet completed it for this school year. Families will be able to scan their IDs into our system for the new year (this must be done yearly), complete beginning of year forms, purchase school shirts, and much more. Dabbs Elementary will host a Meet the Teacher event for all students on Friday, Aug. 7, from 3 – 4:30 p.m.

Deepwater Elementary will offer early registration for all returning students on Thursday, July 30, from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Families will be able to scan their IDs into our system for the new year (this must be done yearly), complete beginning of year online and paper forms, purchase school shirts, and much more. Once required registration forms are completed, parents will receive their child’s teacher assignment for the 2026-27 school year. Deepwater Elementary will host a Meet the Teacher night for all students on Monday, Aug. 10, from 6-7 p.m.

Deer Park Elementary will offer early registration for all returning students and pre-registered incoming kindergarteners on Thursday, July 30, from 1 - 6 p.m. DPISD online registration will be completed at that time. Families will be able to complete many beginning-of-the-year tasks at this event, and students will enjoy the opportunity to “Spin to Win” house points! Deer Park Elementary will host Meet the Teacher night for all students on Monday, Aug. 10, from 4:30 - 6 p.m.

The Early Childhood Center will offer a prekindergarten registration opportunity on Thursday, July 30, from 3 – 6 p.m. at the ECC (please complete the online application on our school website prior to attending). In addition to this date, prekindergarten registration is included in the district-wide new student registration event at Deer Park High School - South Campus on Tuesday, July 28, from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. ECC's Meet the Teacher event will take place on Monday, Aug. 10, from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.

Fairmont Elementary will offer early registration for all returning students on Thursday, July 30, from 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. Online registration will be completed at that time if you have not yet completed it for this school year. Families will also be able to scan their IDs into our system for the new year (this must be done yearly), purchase school shirts, receive car tags, and much more. Once required digital registration forms are completed, parents will receive their child’s teacher assignment for the 2026-27 school year. Fairmont Elementary will host a Meet the Teacher night for all students on Monday, Aug. 10, from 5 - 6 p.m.

Parkwood Elementary will offer registration for new students on Monday, Aug. 3, from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. DPISD online registration (if not yet submitted) and returning student registration may be completed at Parkwood on Aug. 6, from 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. All previously registered kindergarten students (including former ECC students) should complete the returning student registration. Parkwood will host a Meet the Teacher event for all students on Monday, Aug. 10, from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m..

San Jacinto Elementary will offer early registration for all returning students and pre-registered incoming kindergarteners on Thursday, July 30, from 1 - 6 p.m. DPISD online registration may be completed at that time. Families will be able to complete the beginning of the year tasks at this event. San Jacinto Elementary will host Meet the Teacher night for all students on Monday, Aug. 10, from 5 - 6 p.m.

JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOLS

Bonnette Junior High, Deepwater Junior High, Deer Park Junior High, and Fairmont Junior High will offer an early two-part registration process to all incoming sixth, seventh, and eighth-grade students who completed the 2025-26 school year in the District. The first part will consist of completing DPISD’s online registration, which opens on July 22 at 1 p.m. Online registration allows parents and guardians to update all personal student information. Early registration is a time when students will pick up their schedules and be given other pertinent back to school information. All applicable student fees must be paid at this time. To pay with debit or credit card, parents can pay online at www.myschoolbucks.com or pay in person on the campus registration day. If you choose to pay your student’s fees with cash, please bring the exact amount owed.

Junior High Early Registration Dates/Times:

Bonnette Junior High - July 30, 10 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Deepwater Junior High - July 30, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Deer Park Junior High - July 30, Noon - 6 p.m.
Fairmont Junior High - July 30, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Bonnette Jr. High will have Sixth-Grade Bobcat Camp on Aug. 10 from 3 – 6:45 p.m. Incoming sixth-grade students should enter door 5 (east side) between 2:45 – 3 p.m. A parent meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m. followed by a brief sixth-grade Meet the Teacher. Parents should enter door 5 beginning at 5:15 p.m. Open House for all grade levels and parents will be held on Aug. 24 from 6 – 7 p.m. Please follow BJH on X (formerly Twitter) , Facebook, and Instagram for event updates.

Deer Park Junior High will have campus registration on Thursday, July 30 from Noon - 6 p.m. A parent and student orientation will be held on Monday, Aug. 10, from 6 - 7 p.m. for all incoming sixth graders. We will discuss campus policies and procedures and student arrival and pick-up, and students will have the opportunity to walk their schedule. All sixth-graders are encouraged to attend. Open House for all grade levels and parents will be held on Aug. 24 from 6 – 7 p.m. Follow our Deer Park Junior High Facebook page for important updates.

Deepwater Junior High registration is on Thursday, July 30, from 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Please update your contact information in Skyward. “Snow cones and Schedules Night” (meet the teacher/pick up schedules) will be held on Monday, Aug. 10, from 5 – 7 p.m. More details about the events will be shared via Parent Square and Social Media. For school supplies information, click here: https://canva.link/vagkwzd7k48l9di Follow DWJH on X (formerly Twitter) (@DPISD_DWJH), Facebook, or Instagram (@DPISD_DWJH) for event updates.

Fairmont Junior High registration is on Thursday, July 30, from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Please update your contact information in Skyward. Meet the Teacher night is on Tuesday, Aug. 25, from 6 - 7:30 p.m. School supplies can be ordered and delivered to home by clicking here: https://www.schooltoolbox.com/school-supplies/school/list-boxes/?schoolId=112829 Follow us on our website at https://fjh.dpisd.org/, Facebook page “Fairmont Junior High,” and Instagram “dpisd_fjh.”

DPHS-NORTH CAMPUS

Deer Park High School – North Campus, the freshman high school campus, has streamlined the early registration process. Information will be available online at the North Campus webpage under the “Registration” link. Please use the information below to navigate through the registration process:

Early Registration for North Campus

ONE STEP REGISTRATION: July 22 at 1 p.m. – Forms and information become available. Use Skyward login information to access and complete the steps as listed. Do not forget to click “submit.”
For parents who need help with online registration, please visit our registrar on campus, Lili Munoz. She will be available Wednesday, July 29, through Friday, Aug. 7, from 7:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., Monday -Thursday. Se habla Espanol.
Remember: Roebuck Rookie Camp (students only), Monday, Aug. 10, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free lunch provided. Students will receive their schedules and meet their teachers. For questions, please call 832-668-7300.
North Campus - Meet the Teacher - Monday, Aug. 24, 6 - 7:30 p.m.

DPHS-SOUTH CAMPUS

Deer Park High School – South Campus

All registration handouts and information can be found on our campus webpage under the “Returning Student Registration - 2026” link. Please use the information below to navigate through the registration process:

Returning Student Registration Schedule – South Campus

Registration will be held at South Campus. Enter school through SOUTH entrance.

Thursday, July 30, 1 - 6 p.m.
Friday, July 31, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Step 1 - Use Skyward login Information found at the bottom of the final report card to log in and complete Skyward online registration. (Available July 22, 2026)
Step 2 – Please be prepared to present proof of completed online registration when you report to South Campus for our in-person Registration

*If you need help with online registration, computer labs will be available at South Campus during the South Campus in-person registration for returning students.

All other student information can be located on the South Campus website under “Returning Student Registration-2025-2026:” Parking Permits, Athletic Paperwork, Counselor Information, Senior Information, My School Bucks, Bell Schedule, Attendance Information, and Student Guidelines. Open House will take place from 4:30 – 6 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 10.

Anyone with questions regarding registration at DPHS – South Campus can contact Kim Edwards at 832.668.7240 or Isabel Andrade at 832.668.7204.

DPHS-WOLTERS CAMPUS

Students selected to return to Deer Park High School – Wolters Campus will receive a message about registration in July. Registration will be completely online this year. Students who want to enroll in Wolters for the 2026-27 school year who did not attend Wolters last year must fill out an application and return it to their counselor at South Campus.

Any questions regarding DPHS-WC registration can be answered by calling 832.668.7401.

WHICH SCHOOL SHOULD MY CHILD ATTEND?

The District is divided into a number of attendance zones that are assigned to corresponding schools. To find the school attendance zone in which you live and the bus route that your student would ride, you may visit the Bus Route/InfoFinder page on the District Transportation site. You may also call 832.668.7480.

WHAT ARE THE SCHOOL HOURS?

High school (grades 9-12): 7:25 a.m. - 2:50 p.m.
Pre-kindergarten (at Early Childhood Center): 7:40 a.m. - 3:10 p.m.
Elementary schools (grades K-5): 8 a.m. - 3:25 p.m.
Junior high schools (grades 6-8): 8:30 a.m. - 3:55 p.m.

WHICH SCHOOL SHOULD MY CHILD ATTEND? WHAT BUS ROUTE WILL MY CHILD BE ASSIGNED?

The District is divided into a number of attendance zones that are assigned to corresponding schools. To find the school attendance zone in which you live, you may visit the DPISD Transportation page https://www.infofinderi.com/ifi/?cid=DPI17MU8X1F5 on the Internet. To find the bus information that your student will ride, download the StopFinder app on your phone, and go to DPISD Transportation StopFinder Info to get help setting it up. If you do not have any info for your student in the StopFinder app once setting it up, please call Transportation at 832.668.7480 to register your student for bus service if they are bus eligible.

WHAT IS THE BUS SCHEDULE?

Deer Park ISD provides bus transportation to and from school as a service for eligible students residing in the District. Eligible students are defined by District policy as those who legally reside 1.5 or more miles from his or her assigned campus of regular attendance (home campus) as measured along the shortest route that may be traveled on public roads.

During the school year, students should arrive about five minutes early at the designated bus stop closest to their home. Students must register through the DPISD website in order to receive bus service. Students must ride their assigned bus unless they have a note signed by a campus principal or assistant principal. Students who are not bus eligible (legally reside too close to their home campus, out of district, or in another attendance zone) may not ride a bus to or from school unless they have a signed note by a principal or assistant principal.

In the mornings, our goal is to drop off students at their campus around:

7:10 a.m. High School
7:40 a.m. Elementary
8:15 a.m. Junior High

WHAT ITEMS ARE ON THE SCHOOL SUPPLY LIST?

School supply lists vary from school to school. They will be posted on each campus website as they become available. They may also be found at www.dpisd.org/supplylists/.

WHAT IS THE DISTRICT DRESS CODE?

Any clothing, insignia, or hairstyle that is unconventional and distracts from teaching and learning is unacceptable. The principal or designee is authorized to determine the suitability of student attire and grooming.

Hair

The hair shall be neat, clean, and well-groomed. Mohawks are not allowed.
Face must be visible. No hair covering eyes.
Bandanas, hair rollers, or long-handled combs shall not be worn in the hair.
Good grooming includes being clean-shaven at all times.
- Students with a dermatologist exemption for shaving must comply with the following procedures:
  - Students will be required to keep their beard groomed with a trimmer.
  - Students will not be allowed to sculpt their beard with a razor.
  - Students will be required to visit their doctor every four weeks and provide continued documentation detailing the exemption.

Failure to comply with these procedures will result in a violation of the dress code resulting in a discipline consequence outlined in the Student Code of Conduct.

Clothing

Clothing shall be appropriately sized. The principal or designee is authorized to determine what is appropriately sized.
Pants may not have holes that expose the skin above the knee. All clothing, including dresses, skirts, and shorts, shall preserve modesty. The length must be no shorter than midpoint between fingertips and top of the knee.
Any student that violates this rule twice when wearing shorts, miniskirts, or skirts with slits may lose the privilege of wearing shorts, miniskirts, or skirts with slits for the remainder of the school year.

The following types of dress are unacceptable:

Hats, caps, or other head coverings
Any clothing that does not preserve modesty, including, but not limited to bicycle pants, lycra/spandex clothing, athletic shorts, miniskirts, pants, or combination thereof
Oversized or baggy pants. Pants or shorts shall be worn at the natural waistline. (Belts may be required when deemed necessary.)
Pajamas (Administrative exceptions can be made for a designated day)
Bare backs, bare midriffs, and completely bare shoulders
Low necklines and see-through attire
Ragged (i.e., cutoffs, unhemmed clothing, etc.), torn, or soiled clothing
Fish net leggings or stockings
Clogs, flip flops, slides, bathroom slippers, and similar footwear (Shoes must be worn.)
Clothing or decoration on clothing exhibiting implicitly or explicitly suggestive words, phrases, or pictures
Clothing, apparel, or jewelry that signifies death, suicide, torture, Satanism, or occult (This includes, but is not limited to, concert shirts, patches, and insignias depicting any of the above.)
Clothing or decoration on clothing implying or stating membership in a secret group or society
Clothing that implies or alludes to alcoholic beverages, narcotics, or tobacco
Going without undergarments
Tank tops and muscle shirts - must have the layered look and shoulders must be covered with a shirt
Earring(s) or gauges worn by boys
Nose ring(s) and similar body piercing
Long trench coat or similar clothing
Tattoos and body art of any kind must be covered at all times
Costumes and/or costume-like accessories.

Additional Programs and Information

PREKINDERGARTEN PROGRAM OFFERED FOR STUDENTS WITH LIMITED INCOME, LIMITED ENGLISH SKILLS

Registration for students qualifying for enrollment in the District’s prekindergarten program will be held on Tuesday, July 28, from 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. at DPHS-South Campus.

All pre-kindergarten programs will be housed at the Early Childhood Center and at Parkwood Elementary.

A child is eligible for free prekindergarten if they are four years old on or before Sept. 1 of the current school year and meets one of the eight criteria listed below. Age is always calculated as of Sept. 1, of the current school year (for purposes of establishing eligibility). Therefore, a child is eligible for enrollment in prekindergarten if at least four years of age on or before Sept. 1 of the current school year and:

is unable to speak and comprehend the English language;
is educationally disadvantaged (which means a student who is eligible to participate in the national free or reduced-price lunch program);
is living in emergency shelter or transitional housing
is the child of an active duty member of the armed forces of the United States;
is the child of a member of the armed forces who was injured or killed while on active duty;
is or ever has been in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services (foster care) following an adversary hearing held as provided by Section 262.201, Family Code; or
is the child of a person eligible for the Star of Texas Award as:
- a peace officer under Section 3106.002, Government Code;
- a firefighter under Section 3106.003, Government Code; or
- an emergency medical first responder under Section 3106.004, Government Code.
is the child of a teacher of record employed by the district

To complete registration, parents must bring the following items on the day of registration:

Certified Birth Certificate - Texas birth certificates may be obtained online at www.texas.gov
Immunization Record
Picture ID of parent or legal guardian registering the student
Proof of income or SNAP
Proof of residency in the Deer Park School District – at least one of the following documents:
- Deed or current mortgage statement
- Property tax statement
- Current lease agreement with one current utility bill with address

The prekindergarten curriculum focuses on the development of oral language and reading readiness skills which serve as a foundation for future academic success. The program is operated on a full-day basis. The state legislature determines the guidelines for admission into the prekindergarten program. When any Texas school district has 16 or more children who are identified as limited English proficient or as a member of a low-income family (qualifying for free/reduced lunch), that district is required by state law to offer a prekindergarten program to those identified students. The State of Texas does not provide for free public prekindergarten beyond these two categories of students. The Deer Park Early Childhood Center does not offer open enrollment. You must reside within the Deer Park ISD boundaries to attend the Early Childhood Center. Further questions can be directed to the Early Childhood Center at 832.668.8390.

SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAM OFFERS RANGE OF SUPPORT TO STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

Deer Park ISD provides special education services for eligible students, ages 3–21, who are identified with disabilities and require specially designed instruction to access and make progress in the general curriculum. Services are provided at no cost to families and are individualized based on student need. Parents of children attending public, private, or home school who are experiencing significant difficulty with learning, communication, behavior, or development are encouraged to contact their campus counselor or the Deer Park ISD Special Services Department to discuss concerns and available supports, including the possibility of an evaluation if appropriate.

PRESCHOOL PROGRAM AVAILABLE FOR DISABLED CHILDREN AGES 3-5

The Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) program is available for children with disabilities ages 3-5 who reside in Deer Park ISD. Youngsters who may experience developmental difficulties upon entering regular elementary school programs because of physical, mental, emotional, or language and/or learning difficulties may be candidates for this program. Parents who have a concern about their child’s development may call 832.668.8399.

DISTRICT ANNOUNCES MEAL PRICES

The District’s Child Nutrition Department has announced cafeteria prices for the 2026-27 school year. Breakfast will be offered at no charge to all schools except DPHS-South Campus. Breakfast at South Campus will cost $3.00. Lunch at all elementary schools will cost $2.70, and lunch at all junior high schools will cost $2.85. Lunch at DPHS-North Campus and Wolters will cost $3.10, and lunch will cost $4.00 at DPHS – South Campus. Reduced-price is $.30 for breakfast (South Campus only) and $.40 for lunch (South Campus only). All students, except those at South Campus, approved for reduced priced meals will receive those meals at no charge for the 2026-27 school year. More information on items and pricing will be included in registration packets or is available by contacting Child Nutrition at 832.668.7049.

CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS INCLUDE VARIETY OF OPPORTUNITIES

Deer Park ISD offers Career and Technical Education programs in:
Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
Architecture and Construction
Arts, A/V Technology and Communication
Business, Management and Administration
Education and Training
Finance
Health Science
Hospitality and Tourism
Human Services
Information Technology
Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security
Manufacturing
Marketing, Sales and Service
Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM)
Transportation, Distribution and Logistics

Admission to these programs is based on grade level, age appropriateness, interest, class space availability, and aptitude. For more information about Career and Technical Education programs, call Whitney Weaver at 832.668.7151 or Kayla Yates at 832.668.7263, or a Deer Park High School counselor. Deer Park I.S.D. will take steps to assure that lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in all educational and Career and Technical Education programs.

Deer Park Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies:
Jason Mummert
Assistant Superintendent for Administration
2800 Texas Avenue, Deer Park, TX 77536
(832) 668-7070
Email