Welcome to our Back-to-School Center, your one-stop destination for everything families need to ensure a smooth and successful transition into the 2024-25 school year. We understand the excitement and challenges that come with the back-to-school season, and that's why we have compiled a comprehensive array of resources to support both families and students alike. From essential checklists and practical tips to prepare your child for the first day of school, this page is designed to equip you with all the information and tools you need to navigate the upcoming school year with confidence and ease!
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New this Year! Back to School Pages for each of our schools:
Here are ten things to do as you get ready for the first day of school on August 28.
Review the school calendar – Review the school calendar before the first day of school on Wednesday, August 28. See other important dates here like open house and check-in dates. If you need a copy of the calendar please pick one up at the Quincy School District Office – 404 1st AVE SW Quincy, WA.
Read the new Resource Guide for New and Returning Families– Our new resource guide is packed with information for both new and returning families. It contains valuable information from school schedules to safety information. We hope the resource guide is something that you will use year-round. The guide is available in schools, the district office, andhere.
Make sure your child's Chromebook is ready – Have your child bring their fully charged Chromebook with them on the first day of school.
Update your contact information – Make sure we can contact you in an emergency and with other important information. Please update your home address, phone number, email address, emergency contact, and student health information. This information is critical to keeping your student safe at school. Please log in to your Skyward account or contact your child's school to update your contact information.
Review important meal changes – Due to House Bill 1878, school meals are available to all students at no cost again this year. We will no longer be collecting the Free and Reduced-Priced meal applications; however, some families will be asked to complete an income survey to access other discounts and benefits as income data affects future school funding. This survey will be mailed to select families. New and improved meal menus are also available on your school website.
Make sure your student has school supplies – Don't forget to purchase school supplies for your students and have them ready for the first day of school. You can find the supply lists on each school’s website.
Follow us on social media – Stay connected with us on social media and Remind.Our platforms are a great way to get updates, see what's happening in our classrooms, and celebrate the achievements of our amazing students. Don’t forget to tag us on the first day of school using the hashtag #JacksAreBack!
Download the SmartTag free mobile app if your Student Plans to Ride the Bus - If your student will be riding the school bus, please download the SmartTag Parent app from your app store. This app lets you track your student’s bus activity and receive SMART Alerts. Register to ride the bus, find your stop and download the app here.
Make sure your child gets to school on time – Getting to school on time is crucial for a successful day of learning. Please review your child's school schedule, as it may have changed. Establishing a morning routine will help ensure your child arrives at school on time and ready to learn. View scheduleshere.
Think about getting involved – Think about getting involved in our school community. Whether it's through parent advisory committees, volunteering, or supporting our events, your participation makes a powerful difference in our students' lives. Call your school to see how you can get involved!
¡Prepárate para la escuela!
Aquí tienes diez cosas que debes hacer mientras te preparas para el primer día de escuela el 28 de agosto.
Muy Pronto - Revise el calendario escolar - Revise el calendario escolar antes del primer día de clases el miércoles 28 de agosto. Vea otras fechas importantes aquí como las fechas de las casas abiertas. Si necesita una copia del calendario por favor recoja una en la Oficina del Distrito Escolar de Quincy - 404 1st AVE SW Quincy, WA.
Lea la nueva Guía de Recursos para Familias Nuevas y que Regresan - Nuestra nueva guía de recursos está repleta de información tanto para las familias nuevas como para las que regresan. Contiene información valiosa, desde horarios escolares hasta información sobre seguridad. Esperamos que la guía de recursos sea de ayuda durante todo el año.La guía está disponible en las escuelas, en la oficina del distrito y en nuestro sitio web.
Asegúrese de que el Chromebook de su hijo esté listo - Asegúrese de que su hijo traiga su Chromebook completamente cargado el primer día de clase.
Actualice su información de contacto - Asegúrese de que podemos ponernos en contacto con usted en caso de emergencia y con otra información importante. Por favor, actualice la dirección de su casa, el número de teléfono, la dirección de correo electrónico, el contacto de emergencia y la información de salud del estudiante. Esta información es crítica para mantener a su estudiante seguro en la escuela. Por favor, inicie sesión en Skyward o póngase en contacto con la escuela de su hijo para actualizar su información de contacto.
Revise los cambios importantes de las comidas - Debido al Acta de 1878, las comidas escolares están disponibles para todos los estudiantes sin costo alguno de nuevo este año. Ya no recogeremos las solicitudes de comidas gratuitas y a precio reducido; sin embargo, se pedirá a algunas familias que completen una encuesta de ingresos para acceder a otros descuentos y beneficios, ya que los datos de ingresos afectan a la futura financiación escolar. Esta encuesta se enviará por correo a selectas familias. Los nuevos y mejorados menús de comidas también están disponibles en el sitio web de su centro escolar.
Asegúrese de que su estudiante tenga utiles escolares - No olvides comprar los materiales escolares para tus estudiantes y tenerlos listos para el primer día de clase. Puedes encontrar las listas de material en la página web de cada escuela.
¡Síganos en las redes sociales - Mantente en contacto con nosotros a través de las redes sociales y Remind. Nuestras plataformas son una gran manera de obtener actualizaciones, ver lo que está sucediendo en nuestras clases, y celebrar los logros de nuestros estudiantes increíbles. No olvide etiquetarnos en el primer día de clases usando el hashtag #JacksAreBack!
Descargue la aplicación móvil gratuita SmartTag si su estudiante tiene previsto viajar en autobús - Si su estudiante va a viajar en el autobús escolar, descargue la aplicación SmartTag para padres de su tienda de aplicaciones. Esta aplicación le permite seguir la actividad de su estudiante en el autobús y recibir alertas SMART. Regístrese para tomar el autobús, encuentre su parada y descargue la aplicación aquí.
Llegar a la escuela a tiempo es crucial para un día exitoso de aprendizaje - Por favor, revise el horario escolar de su hijo, ya que puede haber cambiado. Establecer una rutina matutina ayudará a asegurar que su hijo llegue a la escuela a tiempo y listo para aprender. Vea los horariosaquí.
Piensa en participar - Piense en participar en nuestra comunidad escolar. Ya sea a través de los comités asesores de padres, siendo voluntario o apoyando nuestros eventos, su participación marca una poderosa diferencia en la vida de nuestros estudiantes.
Schedule an appointment to get a sports physical at the Student Health and Wellness Center at QHS (open to any QSD student - students do not need to have an established provider with Quincy or Moses Lake Community Health Center)
We are excited to continue during the 2024-25 school year, an initiative known as "Slow Start," designed to support new incoming kindergarten students. This approach aims to ease the transition into school by allowing teachers to work with students in smaller group settings, helping to reduce anxiety, and providing opportunities to get acquainted with students while teaching them classroom and school routines.
The "Slow Start" program will commence during the first three days of the school year—August 28th, August 29th, and August 30th, 2024. During this period, office staff will schedule a time for each child's teacher to meet with their parents and the student. This personalized conference will allow teachers to learn more about their students and their families, fostering a strong foundation for the school year.
Parents will receive their scheduled conference time and date from their school office when it reopens in mid-August. Notifications will be made via phone calls and follow-up letters to confirm the conference details. It is important to note that kindergarten students will not attend regular school sessions during these three days, except for their scheduled conference time. Students in grades first through twelfth will begin school as usual on August 28th.
Following the initial conference days, kindergarten students will attend school in split groups during the second week. One group will attend on September 3rd, and the other on September 4th. Parents will be informed of their child's designated day in August.
The first full day of school for all kindergarten students will be September 5, 2024.
We are committed to ensuring a smooth start for all students and look forward to a successful school year. Detailed information regarding conference schedules and the first two weeks of school will be provided by your school office in August. For any inquiries, parents are encouraged to contact their respective schools starting August 15th.
El Distrito Escolar de Quincy continúa con la iniciativa " Inicio Lento" para los alumnos de kinder
Nos emociona continuar durante el año escolar 2024-25 una iniciativa conocida como "Inicio Lento", diseñada para apoyar a los nuevos estudiantes de kindergarten. Este enfoque tiene como objetivo facilitar la transición a la escuela permitiendo que los maestros trabajen con los estudiantes en grupos más pequeños, ayudando a reducir la ansiedad y brindando oportunidades para conocer a los estudiantes mientras les enseñan las rutinas del aula y de la escuela.
El programa "Inicio Lento" comenzará durante los primeros tres días del año escolar: el 28 de agosto, el 29 de agosto y el 30 de agosto de 2024. Durante este período, el personal de la oficina de su escuela programará una cita para que cada maestro se reúna con los padres y el estudiante. Esta conferencia personalizada permitirá a los maestros conocer mejor a sus estudiantes y sus familias, fomentando una base sólida para el año escolar.
Los padres recibirán la fecha y hora programadas de la conferencia de la oficina de su escuela cuando esta reabra a mediados de agosto. Las notificaciones se harán a través de llamadas telefónicas y cartas de seguimiento para confirmar los detalles de la conferencia. Es importante señalar que los estudiantes de kindergarten no asistirán a las sesiones escolares regulares durante estos tres días, excepto para su conferencia programada. Los estudiantes de primer a duodécimo grado comenzarán las clases como de costumbre el 28 de agosto.
Después de los días iniciales de conferencias, los estudiantes de kindergarten asistirán a la escuela en grupos divididos durante la segunda semana. Un grupo asistirá el 3 de septiembre y el otro grupo asistirá el 4 de septiembre. Los padres serán informados del día designado para su hijo en agosto.
El primer día completo de clases para todos los estudiantes de kindergarten será el 5 de septiembre de 2024.
Estamos comprometidos a asegurar un inicio suave para todos los estudiantes y esperamos tener un año escolar exitoso. La información detallada sobre los horarios de las conferencias y las dos primeras semanas de clases será proporcionada por la oficina de su escuela en agosto. Para cualquier consulta, se recomienda a los padres ponerse en contacto con sus respectivas escuelas a partir del 15 de agosto.
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our new and improved school meal menus provided by NutriSlice! This innovative platform brings a host of features designed to make it easier than ever for students and parents to navigate our meal offerings. Here’s what you can expect:
User-Friendly Interface Our new menu platform is incredibly easy to use, ensuring that you can quickly find the information you need.
Easy Navigation With NutriSlice, you can effortlessly filter meal options by specific criteria such as meal type, allergens, programs, and dietary preferences.
Frequently Updated Menus Our menus are regularly updated to reflect the most current meal options available.
NutriSlice App For added convenience, you can download the NutriSlice app. This allows you to view school menus anytime, anywhere. The app along with the website also includes a nutrition calculator, helping you/students make informed choices. Visit the Google or Apple App Store and search " nutrislice" to download.
Interactive Features NutriSlice offers the ability to rate the food, giving you a voice in your dining experience. You can also print menus if you prefer having a physical copy at home.
Language Options We understand the importance of accessibility, which is why NutriSlice allows you to change the menu language. This feature ensures that everyone in our diverse community can easily access and understand our meal offerings.
We are excited about this new partnership with NutriSlice and believe it will greatly enhance your dining experience.
The QSD Resource Guide serves as a valuable resource for the enriching experiences and opportunities QSD offers. Additionally, you will find information about our programs, resources, and dedicated staff, all designed to support each student’s unique educational journey as a proud Quincy Jackrabbit.
If your student is a new bus rider, you will need to register them to ride the bus. To register, you can visit the QSD Transportation Page or by calling your school or the Transportation Office.
Find bus routes
Visit our website - qsd.wednet.edu (or scan QR code above) and click on “Find My Stop”
Call the Transportation Dept. - 509.787.2915
Returning bus riders - If your student(s) still has their SMARTtag card from last year, please have them bring it with them on the first day of school.
Don't forget to purchase school supplies for your students and have them ready for the first day of school. You can find the supply lists on each school’s website or by clicking on your school below:
