BACK TO SCHOOL
2026–2027 School Year
Welcome Back, CISD Families! 🐾
We can't wait to welcome every Celina ISD student back to campus. Here's everything your family needs to start the year off strong.
🎒 First Day of School: Wednesday, August 12, 2026Important Dates
Aug8
Bobcat Tailgate
Kick off the new year with district-wide CISD spirit.
Aug10
Meet the Teacher
For all elementary schools — meet your child's teacher and classroom.
Aug12
First Day of School
Welcome back, CISD families! The 2026–2027 school year begins.
From Friday night lights to first-day excitement, from the band hall to the classroom — CISD pride shows up everywhere in our community. Below you'll find helpful resources, key dates, and quick links to help your family prepare for the star of school, from registration and supply lists to bus routes and technology support. Here's to a great year!
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Returning Students
Back-to-school forms and registration updates will be available soon in Skyward Family Access. Please review and confirm your child's information before the first day.
Go to Parent Portal ➔
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New Students
New to Celina ISD? Welcome to the CISD family! Start the online enrollment process today to get your student ready for August 12.
Begin Enrollment ➔Helpful Resources
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Technology & Devices
Set up student devices and get help with logins and passwords.
Get Tech Support ➔Good to Know
NEW Clear Bag Policy
CISD Athletics has implemented a clear bag policy for athletic events this school year.
Clear Bag Policy ➔
Transportation Deadline
If you have anot completed your back-to-school forms and indicated whether or not you will need transportation services this school year, contact your campus registrar.
Complete by Aug. 5 ➔
Technology Updates
Visit the Technology page for information on device repair,
verifying your child's login credentials, and setting up
parent access to district apps.
Read more ➔
Personal Communication Devices (Cell Phone Policy)
Review Celina ISD's policy on student cell phone and smartwatch use
during the school day.
View Policy ➔
Attendance & Parent Notes
Learn how excused absences, parent notes, and pre-planned absence
forms work at Celina ISD.
Attendance Info ➔
Campus Safety & Security
Celina ISD is committed to a safe learning environment for every
student and staff member. Visit our Safe & and Secure schools page for details on current
protocols and resources.
Safety Info ➔
Free & Reduced Plan
Find details about CISD's Free & Reduced meals and more, and find out if you are elgible.
Sign up by Sept. 25 ➔
Every Day Counts! 📈
A new school year means new opportunities — and it starts with showing up. Strong attendance builds strong habits, and every day your student is in class sets the stage for a great year. Let's make this the year we all show up ready to learn, ready to grow, and ready to succeed.
Let's Make It a Great Year, CISD!
Have questions? Your campus front office is always happy to help.
Find Campus Contact Info ➔