Get the school calendar, school supply lists, bus routes and more
The first day of school is just around the corner—we can hardly wait! Are you ready for your student’s first day?
School Calendar: The first day of school for most students is Wednesday, September 7, just after Labor Day. School offices are open on weekdays now. Teachers start their year with professional development and preparation for students’ return on August 30.
Get the school calendar
Enroll Today: If your student will be attending a 4J school this year and is not yet registered with your school, please contact your school as soon as possible. Kindergarten is now a full-day program in all 4J elementary schools.
How to enroll
School Supplies: Most elementary and middle schools provide a list of supplies students at each grade level should bring at the beginning of the school year. Check your school’s supply list online before you start your back-to-school shopping.
Find school supply lists
School Bus Routes: Got a school bus rider? Find your bus stop and times.
Find my bus stop
School Lunch/Breakfast: Learn more about healthy, nutritious school meals, apply for free meals, or add money to your student’s account.
School meal information
Contact information: Have you changed your phone number, email or emergency contacts? Make sure your school has your current information. Your accurate and complete contact information is needed to communicate with you in emergencies and about school information. Schools may communicate by texts as well as phone and email; to opt in to text messages, send a text that says JOIN to short code 56360.
Sign up for texts
Student health: Is your student up to date on immunizations? Does he or she have special health issues? Make sure you’re on track with immunization requirements, medical examination recommendations, and what to do if your student has a special health problem.
Student health information
Other Resources: Many resources are available to help families in need.
Resources for families in need
Other Questions:
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