What’s that sound? Is it the cheers of teachers and staff in the hallways welcoming back our students? Is it the sharpening of pencils or the conversations at lunch in the cafeteria? That could only mean one thing… the 2025-2026 school year is about to begin!
As lesson plans are being developed and classrooms are coming to life, we are thrilled about the start of another great school year. Whether you are a returning or new family to IDEA Public Schools, we want to thank you for your partnership. Together, we will make this year the best one yet as we prepare your scholars for success in college and beyond.
As we prepare for the upcoming school year, it’s important we also prepare our families for a successful and seamless first days of school. Continue reading to get all the back-to-school essentials you need.
Remember When Classes Begin
Classes are now in session! Review the calendar below to get your region’s first day of school.
Visit our Back-to-School Page
Our 2025-2026 Back-to-School website is live! Check it out for all information regarding School Supplies, Uniform Guide, Academic Calendars, and more.
Health
It’s important that we have our students in the classroom each and every day. We encourage you to get your scholar immunizations early to help protect their health and the health of our campus communities. Students cannot attend school without the required immunization documentation. If you have any questions, please reach out to your campus’ Health Aide.
Logistics
Arrive early if possible! As students begin extracurricular activities in the coming weeks, lines and wait times will decrease. In the meantime, we encourage parents to remain patient as we work to continue streamlining and improving our drop-off and pick-up procedures.
Stay Connected with Your Campus
Follow your campus on Facebook for daily updates and announcements. We strongly encourage parents to save their campus’ phone number and add it to their contact list. You an also use our printables to capture your child’s first day of school and be sure to tag your campus and IDEA’s national channel!
