Enroll Your Students in Dansville Schools today!

Who Should Fill Out An Application?

• Parents/Guardians who are enrolling a new student.

Who Does Not Need to Fill Out an Application?

• Parents do not need to fill out a new application every year if their student(s) is/are already enrolled.
• Students changing grade levels into a new school will be automatically transferred to the next designated school. The parent does not need a new application.

What Do You Need to Have Ready to Complete the Application?

• Computer or Phone
• The required documents below saved to that computer or phone.

What Items Do I Need?

Required

1. Picture of enrolling parent or guardian's photo ID.
2. Birth Certificate - Acceptable Documents include:
   • Official birth certificate issued by a government agency  (not a hospital record)
   • Passport
   • Green Card
   • Official court documents (Must list full name and date of birth.)
   • If you need to order your students birth certificate, you can do so on the VitalCheck website.
3. Proof of Residency- Acceptable documents include:
   • Utility Bill (water, electric, waste, etc.) with service address listed
   • Lease Agreement with full address and signature page required
   • Rent Receipt (signed with property address)
   • Mortgage Statement (signed with property address)
   • Cable Bill with service address listed
   • Internet Bill with service address listed
4.  Immunization record - Official record from your student's healthcare provider or health department.

Other Documents that May Be Needed

• Custody or Guardianship Documentation
• IEP
• 504 Plan
• Transcript (9-12) and Exit Grades from previous school
• Kindergarten Only-Health Appraisal from within 30 days

The application cannot be completed unless all required items are uploaded to the application. If you have questions about what documents are acceptable or have difficulty uploading documents, please contact the office for assistance. 

• Dansville Elementary: 517-623-6120, ext. 4502
• Dansville Middle School: 517-623-6120, ext. 1104
• Dansville High School: 517-623-6120, ext. 1105

The School of Choice plan gives you the opportunity to request enrollment for your child at Dansville Schools.  Parents and students wishing to learn more about programs offered by the various schools are invited to contact the schools directly.

2026-2027 School of Choice Application

Limited Openings

Deadlines

• Grades K-8: Unlimited Openings; Deadline: August 21, 2026
• High School: 9th grade openings only; Application Timeline: June 1-30

Application Requirements

1. The School of Choice application is submitted by completing the Dansville Schools' enrollment application.
2. As part of the enrollment application, documentation will be required. These items include the student’s birth certificate, immunization records, and proof of residence.
3. Accepted students must agree to comply with Dansville Schools' policies.

Processing/Approval 

1. Requests will be treated fairly and equitably for all students; however, if your student has been expelled or suspended within the last two years, this application may be denied. All School of Choice applications will be subject to a Discipline History Report from their previous school(s).
2. Selections must comply with the existing rules, regulations, and desegregation court order.
3. Once accepted into Dansville Schools, you need not reapply in succeeding years unless there is a break in enrollment.  
4. Special Education Programs and Services: Approval of applications for students eligible for special education and services who reside outside Ingham County ISD is subject to the requirements of Section 105c(19) of the Michigan State School Aid Act.  As a condition of enrollment, the State School Aid Act requires Dansville Schools and the student’s resident district to attempt to enter into an agreement regarding the provision of special education programs and services and the responsibility for payment of the added costs of special education programs and services.  If an agreement cannot be reached, the State School Aid Act prohibits enrollment.    

Notification

Parents/guardians will be notified of the application decision by email. Applicants who are denied will have the right to appeal the decision. 

Athletics  

Contact the School Athletic Director for athletic eligibility requirements.
Jeff Dassance, Athletic Director: 517-623-6120, ext. 1220

Please be advised that the Schools of Choice eligibility rules are governed by the Michigan Compiled Laws under MCL 380.1401, 388.1606, 388.1705, 388.1705c and 388.1707. By completing the enrollment application, you attest that all information provided is true and accurate. You further acknowledge that providing false information is in violation of law. The District retains the right to request additional verification of your eligibility at any time. Should information be provided or discovered by the district that you were accepted into the Schools of Choice program illegally, such acceptance will be revoked immediately. 

The strength of our school is the experience, expertise and dedication of our staff who are committed to providing learning opportunities that are both developmentally appropriate and academically challenging. Though a focus on personal relationships, we strive to meet the emotional,social and academic needs of all of our students.

What We Offer

• Family Focused Atmosphere
• Supportive Staff/Student/Family Partnerships
• 7 Mindsets Character Education Program
• Individualized Instruction and Differentiation in Classrooms
• Student Recognition Programs
• Staff/Student Mentorships
• Multi-Tiered Systems of Support
• Commitment to Positive Behavior Support Program
• Full-Time Psychologist and Therapy Dog
• School Social Worker
• Full-Time Literacy Specialist Who Provides Targeted Intervention
• Robust Special Education Program
• Multi-Faceted Bullying Reporting and Intervention System
• Math and Reading Interventionists
• Small Class Sizes
• Play-Based Begindergarten and Kindergarten Curriculum
• Chrome Book Flex Lab
• Chrome Books and iPads in Each Classroom

Academics

• State and Nationally-Recognized Balanced Assessment
• Approach with Standards-Based Grading
• Rigorous Age-Appropriate Curriculum Aligned to Common Core
  • Spring Math in Core Math Instruction to ensure student mastery and provide additional resources
  • Science Courses Aligned to Next Generation Science Standards
• Special Offerings
  • Gym, Music, STEAM, Art Classes, and Arts Integration with Core Classes
• Aggie STEAM Adventures Groundbreaking, Student-Centered STEAM Experience
• Individualized Math and Reading Intervention

Modern Facilities

• Secure Entrances
• Classrooms with Promethean Board Technology
• Performance Area with Integrated Sound and Lighting

Activities and Clubs

• Annual District-Wide Community Day
• Parent/Student Book Club
• Learning-Based Field Trips in Each Grade
• Student Council
• Dads & Doughnuts and Moms & Muffins Breakfast Programs

Community/Parent Partnerships & Opportunities

• 4-H
• Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts
• Dansville Elementary PTO
• Dansville Community Athletic Association
• Dansville Schools Education Foundation
• Many Hands Weekend Survival Kits to provide food for families in need
• Outstanding volunteers, tutors, and mentors
• Partnership with Capital Area District Library
• Partnership with County Law Enforcement

Please call the elementary office at 623-6120, ext. 7226, to set up a time to meet with the principal and have a tour of our building. At that time you will fill out enrollment papers and other forms for your child.

You will need to bring with you: your child’s certified birth certificate, immunization record, and proof of residency (copy of a utility bill, purchase agreement, tax record, etc.).

Visit Dansville Elementary School

The strength of our school is the experience, expertise and dedication of our staff who are committed to providing learning opportunities that are both developmentally appropriate and academically challenging. Though a focus on personal relationships, we strive to meet the emotional, social and academic needs of all of our students.

What We Offer

• Family Focused Atmosphere
• Supportive Staff/Student/Family Partnerships
• 7 Mindsets Character Education Program
• Individualized Instruction and Differentiation in Classrooms
• Student Recognition Programs
• Staff/Student Mentorships
• Multi-Tiered Systems of Support
• Commitment to Positive Behavior Support Program
• Full-Time School Counselor, Psychologist and Therapy Dog
• School Social Worker
• Robust Special Education Program
• Multi-Faceted Bullying Reporting and Intervention System
• Math and Reading Interventionists

Academics

• Rigorous Age-Appropriate Curriculum Aligned to Common Core
  • Spring Math in Core Math Instruction to ensure student mastery and provide additional resources
  • Science Courses Aligned to Next Generation Science Standards
• State and Nationally-Recognized Balanced Assessment Approach with Standards Based Grading
• Algebra I Offered in 8Th Grade for High School Credit
• Spanish
• Physical Education
• Art Classes and Arts Integration with Core Classes
• Project Lead the Way Electives including Robotics and Design and Modeling
• Individualized Math and Reading Intervention
• Free After School Academic Support

Modern Facilities

• Secure Entrances
• Newly Remodeled Science Labs
• Classrooms with Promethean Board Technology
• New or Newly Updated Athletic Facilities
• Performance Area with Integrated Sound and Lighting

Activities and Clubs

• Band
• Learning-Based Field Trips
• Multimedia Club
• Student Council
• School Sponsored Sports
  • Basketball, Cross County, Track, Volleyball and Wrestling
• Science Olympiad
• Annual District-Wide Community Day

Community/Parent Partnerships & Opportunities

• 4-H
• Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts
• Dansville Community Athletic Association
• Dansville Middle School PTO
• Dansville Schools Athletic Boosters
• Dansville Schools Education Foundation
• Many Hands Weekend Survival Kits to provide food for families in need
• Outstanding volunteers, tutors and mentors
• Partnership with Capital Area District Library
• Partnership with County Law Enforcement

Visit Dansville Middle School

The strength of our school is the experience, expertise and dedication of our staff who are committed to providing learning opportunities that are both developmentally appropriate and academically challenging. Though a focus on personal relationships, we strive to meet the emotional, social and academic needs of all of our students.

What We Offer

• Family Focused Atmosphere
• Supportive Staff/Student/Family Partnerships
• School-Issued iPad for Every Student
• 7 Mindsets Character Education Program
• Individualized Instruction and Differentiation in Classrooms
• Student Recognition Programs
• Staff/Student Mentorships
• Multi-Tiered Systems of Support
• Commitment to Positive Behavior Support Program
• Full-Time School Counselor, Psychologist and Therapy Dog
• School Social Worker
• Robust Special Education Program
• Multi-Faceted Bullying Reporting and Intervention System
• Math Interventionists

Academics

• Rigorous Age-Appropriate Curriculum Aligned to Common Core
  • Spring Math in Core Math Instruction to ensure student mastery and provide additional resources
  • Science Courses Aligned to Next Generation Science Standards
• Standards Based Grading and Assessment Practices
• Advanced Placement Courses
• Computer Science
• Spanish
• Physical Education
• Art Classes and Arts Integration with Core Classes
• Project Lead the Way Electives including Engineering, Architecture and Design
• Math and Reading Intervention
• Strong Participation in College Dual Enrollment
• Free After School Academic Support
• Credit Recovery Opportunities

Modern Facilities

• Newly Constructed High School with Secure Entrances
• Contemporary Classrooms with Promethean Board Technology
• Fitness Room and Indoor Walking Track
• New or Newly Updated Athletic Facilities
• Performance Area with Integrated Sound and Lighting
• State-of-the-Art LED Video Scoreboard

Activities and Clubs

• Band and Marching Band
• Drama
• FFA
• Jazz Ensemble
• Multimedia Club
• National Honor Society
• School Sponsored Sports
  • Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cheer, Cross County, Football, Gymnastics, Hockey, Soccer, Softball, Track, Volleyball and Wrestling
• Science Olympiad
• Several Interest-Based After School Clubs
• Yearbook
• Annual District-Wide Community Day

Community/Parent Partnerships & Opportunities

• 4-H
• Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts
• Dansville Schools Athletic Boosters
• Dansville Schools Education Foundation
• Many Hands Weekend Survival Kits to provide food for families in need
• Outstanding volunteers, tutors, and mentors
• Partnership with Capital Area District Library
• Partnership with County Law Enforcement

Visit Dansville High School