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  • DeKalb County Central United School District is located fifteen minutes north of Fort Wayne in a rural community with a rich history. It is comprised of DeKalb High School, DeKalb Middle School, and a preschool in each of our elementary schools: Country Meadow Elementary, James R. Watson Elementary, McKenney Harrison Elementary, & Waterloo Elementary.
  • At DeKalb Central Schools, we prepare students today for the world of tomorrow. We develop students as critical thinkers, communicators, & collaborators who can adapt & persevere with empathy & integrity in an ever-changing world.
  • Best District - 2022, 2023, & 2024 Ft. Wayne Newspapers Readers’ Choice
  • Best High School Finalist - 2022 Ft. Wayne Newspapers Readers’ Choice Finalist
  • Best Middle School Finalist - 2022  Ft. Wayne Newspapers Readers’ Choice Finalist
  • U.S. News & World Report - Best High School - 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, & 2025
  • U.S. News & World Report - Best Middle School - 2022, 2023, 2024, & 2025
  • Highly Qualified Teacher Staff
  • Portrait of a Baron Graduate
  • Safety and Security Protocols Aligned with Best Practices
  • School Buses: 100% Seat Belts, Stop Arm Cameras, and Luminescent Signage
  • Leader in Energy Efficiency - Propane Buss, Solar at WTL, & LED Lighting

Academic Programs

  • Strong core curriculum that meets or exceeds state standards
  • Advanced Placement (AP) and Dual Credit programs for high school students
  • Gifted and Talented programs to challenge advanced learners
  • Special Education programs to support students with special needs
  • Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs provide students with job-related skills

Extracurricular Activities

  • A variety of sports teams for students of all interests and abilities
  • Visual and performing arts programs, such as band, choir, and theater
  • Clubs and organizations that focus on a variety of interests, such as academic clubs, student government, and cultural clubs

Student Support Services

  • School counselors provide academic, social, and emotional support
  • School psychologist to assess and address students' mental health needs
  • Speech-language pathologists help students with communication difficulties

Family and Community Engagement

  • Strong communication between schools and families
  • Parent-teacher organizations (PTOs) provide opportunities for parents to get involved in their children's education
  • Community partnerships with businesses, organizations, and institutions of higher learning

Additional Resources

  • Summer school programs
  • English as a Second Language (ESL) programs
  • Professional development programs for teachers and staff
  • Technology resources, such as Chromebooks and internet access
  • Safe and secure school facilities