Back to School Roundup

Howdy, Pioneers...Welcome back to school!

The 2026-2027 school year begins Monday, August 24

  • Elementary and middle school students will return to school on a staggered schedule by last name. Please note that the staggered return schedule differs for elementary and middle school grades. Refer to the schedules provided below for more information.

Additional Information

  • Elyria High School: Only GRADE 9 and NEW TRANSFER students will return on Aug. 24.
  • GRADES 10-12 students at Elyria High School will begin classes on Aug. 25.
  • All preschool students will start school on Aug. 31.
     

Staggered Return for Kindergarten through Grade 4

A staggered return allows students and staff to bond in smaller groups, providing a richer experience as they adapt to their new schedules and school routines.

  • K-4 students whose last names begin with A through G will attend school on Mon., Aug. 24.
  • K-4 students whose last names begin with H through O will attend school on Tues., Aug. 25.
  • K-4 students whose last names begin with P through Z will attend school on Wed., Aug. 26.

The first Day for all K-4 students together will be Thursday, Aug. 27.

Staggered return for Grades 5 through 8

  • Grade 5-8 students whose last names begin with A through L will attend school on Mon., Aug. 24.
  • Grade 5-8 students whose last names begin with M through Z will attend school on Tues., Aug. 25

The first day for all grade 5-8 students together will be Wednesday, Aug. 26.

School Start and End Times

  • High School, grade 9-12: Doors open at 7:25 a.m., Classes begin at 7:50 a.m., Classes end at 2:39 p.m.
  • Middle School, grades 5-8: Doors open at 7:20 a.m., Classes begin at 7:30 a.m., Classes end at 2:15 p.m.
  • Elementary School, grade K-4: Doors open at 8:55 a.m., Classes begin at 9:10 a.m., Classes end at 3:10 p.m.
  • Preschool at Elyria Early Childhood Village and Hamilton Elementary: AM Classes begin at 9:10 and end at 11:40 a.m.; PM Classes begin at 12:40 p.m. and end at 3:10 p.m.

Quick Links

School Attire

The Student Code of Conduct provides full guidance on school clothing expectations but please make note of these important takeaways: Hoods may not be worn up and over the head during the school day; clothing may not present a health or safety hazard or disrupt the educational environment; pants must be sized to fit and be in good repair; crop tops may not be worn; footwear must be school appropriate, slippers and slipper socks are not permitted; blankets may not be worn in school.

Cell phones must be turned off and put away during the school day.

Fall Open House Schedules 2026-2027

EECV Preschool: Aug. 27, 6-7PM
E. Heights Elementary: Aug. 20, 5:30-6:30PM; Sept. 3, Kindergarten only, 4:30-5:30PM
Ely: Aug. 20, 5:30-6:30PM; Aug. 26, Kindergarten only, 6-7PM
Hamilton: Aug. 20, 5-6PM; Sep. 1, Kindergarten only, 5-6PM
Northwood Elementary: Aug. 19, 4:30-5:30PM; Kindergarten only, 3:30-4:30PM
Westwood Elementary: Aug. 20, 5:30-6:30PM; Sept. 1, Kindergarten only, 5:30-6:30PM
Eastern Heights MS: Aug. 20, 4:30-5:30PM
Northwood MS: Aug. 20, 4:30-5:30PM
Westwood MS: Aug. 20, 4:30-5:30PM
EHS: Sept. 2, 5-6PM

Fall Sports Information 2026

Fall sports start up on August 1. Please ensure that your student athlete has completed a sports physical prior to Aug. 1. Click here for OHSAA form.

Interested in playing Fall Sports for the Elyria Pioneers? Get the latest information from those in the know: the coaches!

Elyria High School

Middle School

Middle School Athletic Director Matt Siwierka

(Middle School Sports are available to students in grades 7 and 8)

Walking Routes to School

We encourage students and families who walk to school to use designated safe walking routes. These routes are designed to direct students to crosswalks where crossing guards are stationed to help students cross safely.

We have fewer crossing guards this school year, making it especially important that students use designated routes and cross only at locations where crossing guards are present.
Please review the maps at this LINK for your school’s designated safe walking routes and crossing guard locations.