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Welcome to Elkhart Community Schools!

Are you interested in learning more about Elkhart Community Schools? In this section, you'll find all the general information about the district and links to each department.
Schools
Schools

Elkhart Community Schools proudly serves families from every area of Elkhart. In total, ECS has 14 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 1 high school, and a career center for high school students. Additionally, ECS serves our youngest students through our PACE, TAPP, and Head Start programs.
Careers
Join the ECS Family!

Whether you're a recent graduate or a seasoned professional, Elkhart Community Schools has a place for you! Check out our Job Openings to find your place at ECS!

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Families
Families

Working alongside families is core to the foundation of Elkhart Community Schools. In this section, families will find everything they need to help support their children, including educational resources, community resources, forms, policies, and district requirements.
Community
Community

Elkhart Community Schools is closely connected to the Elkhart and Bristol communities through partnerships with non-profit organizations, businesses, and service groups. Learn more about our partnership and various community resources of interest to Elkhart families.
Staff
Staff

Are you an ECS staff member looking for forms, information, links to Professional Development or 403(b)? You're in the right place!

PACE

Young female student smiling and holding balls

PACE (Preschool Assisting Children’s Education) Preschool is a developmental preschool that allows all students access to the highest level of rigor and academics to meet their individual needs. Our classrooms are small and full of inclusive practices and love. PACE provides quality exceptional education to preschool students through encouraging social, emotional, physical, speech/language, and cognitive growth in a fun, safe, and creative environment.

Information about PACE

Activities

Announcements

Schedule

Developmental Classes

3-year-old Developmental Class:
- Tuesdays and Thursdays
- 7:10am to 9:40am
- Breakfast served
4-year-old Developmental Class:
- Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
- 7:10am to 9:40am
- Breakfast served
5-year-old Developmental Class:
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday
- 11:25am to 2:10pm
- Lunch served

Pals/Speech Classes

Tuesday & Thursday Speech Class: 7:10am to 9:40am
Friday Speech Class: 7:10am to 9:40am
Breakfast served

Contact PACE

PACE is located within the
Hawthorne Early Learning Center
501 Lusher Avenue
Elkhart, IN 46517

Joe Fairbotham
Dean, PACE
574-262-5833
jfairbotham@elkhart.k12.in.us

PACE Staff Directory