Pella Schools Previews 2026-27 Registration

Early childhood and elementary leaders discuss informational nights ahead of March 2 start.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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Pella Community Schools officials Sarah Kuennen and Margaret Kirkwold provided a preview of the upcoming 2026-27 school year registration period, which begins on March 2. The district will host informational nights for parents to learn more about the registration process and options for early childhood and elementary programs.

Why it matters

Pella is a close-knit community where the public school system plays a vital role. Strong enrollment and informed parents are key to maintaining the district's high academic standards and community involvement.

The details

Kuennen, the Director of Early Childhood Learning, and Kirkwold, the Lincoln Elementary Principal, outlined the timeline and details of the upcoming registration period. Parents will be able to register their children for preschool, kindergarten, and other elementary programs starting on March 2.

  • The 2026-27 school year registration period begins on March 2.
  • Informational nights for parents will be held in the weeks leading up to the registration start date.

The players

Sarah Kuennen

Director of Early Childhood Learning for Pella Community Schools.

Margaret Kirkwold

Principal of Lincoln Elementary School in Pella, Iowa.

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What they’re saying

“We encourage all parents to attend the informational nights to learn about the registration process and the great programs we offer at Pella Schools.”

— Sarah Kuennen, Director of Early Childhood Learning (kniakrls.com)

“Registration is an important first step, and we want to make sure families have all the information they need before the process begins.”

— Margaret Kirkwold, Lincoln Elementary Principal (kniakrls.com)

What’s next

Parents can find more details about the 2026-27 registration process and informational nights on the Pella Schools website.

The takeaway

Pella Schools is proactively engaging with the community to ensure a smooth registration process for the upcoming school year, highlighting the district's commitment to transparency and supporting families.