New Student Registration is Open

Welcome to the Spencer Community School District! We’re glad you’ve chosen, or are considering, Spencer as your home.

REGISTRATION IS NOW 100% ONLINE.

If you experience issues with the links below, please contact our registrar.

For more information please contact the registrar at:

Spencer Community School District Office
23 East 7th Street
Spencer, IA  51301

Phone: 712-262-8950
Fax: 712-262-1116
lselzer@spencerschools.org

Office hours: Monday – Friday, 8 am - 4:00 pm

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: How long after I complete registration may my student begin attending classes?

A: From the family's first contact with the district to their approval to attend school MAY take several days. (Approx. 1 week)

Q: What items do I need to register my student?

A: Birth Certificate, Updated Immunization Records, and Completed Online Registration Application. 

Q: Do you offer online instruction?

A: No, we do not offer 100% online instruction.

Q: Do you offer credit recovery?

A:  Yes. Please contact the District Registrar for more specific information. 

Q: If I live outside of the Spencer District can I still attend Spencer Schools?

A: The requirements of Open Enrollment would need to be fulfilled. Please click here to see our Open Enrollment page.

Q: How can I apply for Free/Reduced Meals?

A:  After your Application for Registration has been approved, you will receive an approval email with further information about applying for Free/Reduced Meals. 

Q: What time does school begin and end?

A:  Pickup times may vary slightly by building. 

  • Elementary Schools: 8:15-3:30

  • Spencer Middle School: 8:06-3:38

  • Spencer High School: 8:15-3:30

Q:  How do I pay my fees?

A: After application approval, instructions will be given to create a parent portal. Your fees can be paid via the parent portal. 

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