Enrollment Services

Enroll Today for Kindergarten 2026-27!

2026-27 Kindergarten Enrollment is open! Complete your registration today through the online enrollment portal. For a full step-by-step kindergarten enrollment guide and to learn more about the fun awaiting your future kindergartener, refer to our special kindergarten webpage.

Complete the enrollment process by March 16 to be entered into a drawing for FREE school supplies!

Welcome New Families!

With approximately 3,200 students across five schools, Big Lake Schools is a district built on community and innovative learning. We pride ourselves on preparing students for future success while cultivating a close-knit school culture where everyone feels welcomed and supported.

We encourage you to explore our website to learn more about our district and the many programs and services we have available to support our students.

To schedule a school tour, reach out to the school office directly.

When you're ready to enroll, find everything you need in the "Enroll a New Student" section below. We can't wait for you to join us!

Why Big Lake Schools?

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Have Enrollment Questions? Please Reach Out!

I have questions about:

Kindergarten Enrollment:
- 763-262-8100, Send an Email

Grade 1-12 Enrollment:
- Send an Email

Big Lake Online Enrollment:
- Send an Email

Enroll a New Student

The enrollment process can be completed entirely online. This seamless process allows you to save your progress and finish later if needed. Paper enrollment forms are available upon request.

We accept open enrollments at any time! Find the open enrollment form embedded within the online enrollment portal.

New to District? Have a New Baby?

Download the Census Form (PDF)

Please Complete our Census form if you:

recently moved into the Big Lake School District OR
adopted a child 0-5 years old (who is not yet enrolled in school) OR
had a new baby

This will ensure you receive important age-related mailings about early childhood screening, preschool, and kindergarten registration. Accurate Census data helps funding for our Early Childhood programs!

Simply fill out the Census form and submit it by email to census@biglakeschools.org. You can also mail it to/drop it off at the Community Education office (located inside Liberty Elementary School, 17901 205th Ave. NW).

Early Childhood & Preschool Information

Little Learners is our Big Lake school readiness preschool offered to three- through five-year olds. Learn more and register through Big Lake Early Childhood.

Have you recently moved into the district, adopted a 0-5-year old child, or had a new baby? Please complete our census form. This puts you on the list to receive important age-related information, including details of early childhood screening and kindergarten registration!

Kindergarten Enrollment

Enroll today for Kindergarten 2026-27!

2026-27 Kindergarten Enrollment is open! Complete your registration today through the online enrollment portal. Complete the enrollment process by March 16 to be entered into a drawing for FREE school supplies!

For a full step-by-step enrollment guide and to learn more about the fun awaiting your future kindergartener, refer to our special kindergarten webpage.

Looking to register a student for the current school year? Submit a 2025-26 enrollment

Gr. 1-12 Enrollment

Big Lake Online

Please note: Enrollment in Big Lake Online may only occur prior to every trimester, unless approved by the administrator. Students must register at least two weeks prior to the start of the next term.

New to the district and want to enroll in Big Lake Online?

Follow the typical enrollment process as outlined in the tabs above. Once your enrollment is submitted, staff will reach out about next steps.

Current Big Lake student looking to switch learning models?

Reach out to your school administrator or counselor.

Learn More about Big Lake Online

Home School Information

f you have decided homeschooling is the best educational option for your child, complete the appropriate forms below and submit them to the Big Lake Schools District Office.

All forms are due annually on Oct. 1st, or within 15 days of withdrawing from public school.

Required Forms for New Homeschool Families:

Forms for Current Homeschool Families:

Letter of Intent to Continue to Provide Instruction: Required annually for all returning homeschool families.

Student Report for Aids to Nonpublic Students (Reimbursement form): This form must be submitted to receive reimbursement for eligible instructional materials and pupil support services. Receipts for reimbursements must be dated July 1-June 30 of the current school year and need to be provided to the district no later than June 30 of each school year.

Requests Forms for Materials, Health Services, and Counseling Services: Fill out this form if you would like to have access to materials, health services, or counseling services from Big Lake Schools.

Homeschooling Questions & More Information

For specific questions about homeschooling or to view requirements, reach out directly to the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE)

Homeschool Testing Information

Required Enrollment Paperwork

The following required documents can be uploaded directly to the online enrollment portal:

Photo of birth certificate
Immunization records
Early Childhood Screening records (Only for incoming kindergarteners who completed screening outside of Big Lake)

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