Friday Five: What You Need to Know About #APSBack2School | Aug. 25, 2023

⏰ Today’s newsletter is 426 words, a 2-minute read.

1. 🎒 Back-to-School Resources for Families

There can be a lot to remember prior to the start of school. Check out our back-to-school guide. You’ll find:

• The school calendar
• Information on APS School Talk via ParentSquare
• Bus Schedules
• Meal Information
• Paper – 24/7 Tutoring (grades 6-12)
• Health Forms & Immunization Information
• COVID Protocols for 2023-24

2. 📝 First Day of School Reminders 

The first day of school is this Mon, Aug. 28. Join the conversation online by sharing photos and first-day memories using #APSBack2School.

We encourage families to support students by:

🎒 Pack backpacks (remember to charge and bring your APS devices!)
👕 Get that first-day outfit ready
🥪 Plan for a healthy breakfast and lunch
⏰ Set an alarm clock
🤗 Remind your students to be kind to one another!
💤 Get a good night’s sleep!

3. 💻 Reminder: Complete the Required Online Back-to-School Packet

During the first week of school, families are required to complete the Online Back-to-School packet to:

• Ensure your student’s school has updated contact information on file
• Opt-in or out for services
• Review the handbook and learn about attendance requirements, student rights and responsibilities and more.

💻 To complete the packet, log onto ParentVUE or on the app (Apple) (Android).

Video tutorials and additional information.

4. 📺 VIDEO: Every Student Counts | 2023-24 Staff Kickoff

APS administrators, teachers and staff are ready to welcome students back for a successful start to the school year. Watch highlights to see how staff are preparing for your student’s first day.

5. 🗓️ Calendar Reminders

The beginning of the school year is an exciting time but it can also be tricky to juggle all of the school events and holidays. We’ve put together this list of important upcoming dates.

• Aug. 28: First Day of School: K-12
• Aug. 29: First Day of School: VPI
• Sept. 1 & 4: Holiday – Labor Day
• Sept. 6: Back-to-School Night – Elementary
• Sept. 12: Back-to-School Night – Middle
• Sept. 14: Back-to-School Night – H-B Woodlawn
• Sept. 20: Back-to-School Night: High School
• Sept. 25: Holiday – Yom Kippur
• Sept. 27: Back-to-School Night – Langston/New Directions/ACHS
• Sept. 28: Back-to-School Night: Career Center/Arlington Tech

📅 View the full calendar online.

Other News & Notes

• View Superintendent Dr. Durán’s welcome back message
• Sign up to volunteer with APS!

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