River City schools welcome families back for 2026-27 school year with community events, resources

As a new school year begins across Northern Kentucky’s River Cities, local school districts are opening their doors to more than just students.

Bellevue, Covington, Dayton, Ludlow, Newport and Southgate schools are welcoming families back through community celebrations, open houses, orientations and family engagement events designed to help students start the year prepared and connect families with teachers, staff and resources available throughout the school year.

The events reflect a shared commitment among the River City districts to make schools a central part of their communities and build strong relationships with families from the first day of the school year.

“Starting a new school year is about more than getting students back into classrooms. It’s about making sure our families feel welcomed, connected and supported,” said Greg Duty, Superintendent of the Southgate Independent School District.