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New Parents Start Here

Note for Schools:
This page is optional. If your campus has information you’d like to share with parents (for example, a uniform policy), you can use this space to add it. If not, you may simply hide the page.

Here are some parent-friendly examples campuses could publish on a “New Parents Start Here” page:

  • Welcome Message – A short note from the principal or campus team.

  • School Hours & Bell Schedule – Start/end times, late arrival/early dismissal info.

  • Uniform Policy or Dress Code – Photos/examples if applicable.

  • Drop-off & Pick-up Procedures – Traffic flow map, car rider vs. bus rider info.

  • School Supplies List – By grade level or a downloadable PDF.

  • How to Stay Connected – Newsletter signup, Remind app codes, school social media.

  • Before & After-School Programs – Clubs, tutoring, childcare options.

  • Key Contacts – Front office, nurse, counselor, attendance clerk.

  • Parent Resources – Links to lunch menus, transportation info, PowerSchool logins, etc.

  • Campus Map or Virtual Tour – Especially helpful for new families.

  • FAQs for New Families – Common questions about enrollment, lunches, absences, etc.