Welcome back!
First day of school for 1st through 12th grades is Wednesday, Sept. 4.
First day of school for kindergartners is Monday, Sept. 9.
Schools will release students 75-minutes early every Wednesday, except on the first day of school.
Visit the 2019-20 school year dates for more information, including printable calendars and how to share school year dates to web calendars.
Read Superintendent Juneau's Welcome Letter to families
Below we have pulled together many required documents and critical information to help staff, families and students prepare for the upcoming first day of school. In most cases, these documents will be provided to families by the school. Please use this page as a reference for information, or if a replacement form is needed.
2019-20 Forms to be Returned to Schools
504-2 Survey to Identify Disabled Students
Emergency Information and Student Release
FERPA Preschool, Elementary, K-8, Middle School
FERPA High School
Indian Education Program, Title VI (new students only, return only if applicable)
Student Housing Questionnaire (McKinney-Vento) (return only if applicable)
Additional Start of School Forms and Information
Advanced Learning
Advanced Learning Notification (Elementary and K-8)
Seattle Public Schools offers several services and programs for students who meet eligibility requirements for an advanced curriculum. Read more about Advanced Learning.
Athletic Information
Seattle Public Schools offers diverse athletic opportunities middle and high school students. Read more about athletics.
Attendance
Compulsory Attendance "Becca Law" (all students)
Students are not able learn required subjects when they are absent from school. They miss critical instruction for understanding key concepts and fall behind quickly in completing assignments. Read more about attendance.
Bell Times
See all bell schedules.
Child Care
Read more about before and after school child care resources.
Communications
Schools and the district office uses School Messenger for phone and email notifications for non-emergency related announcements.
Stay Connected Communications Flyer
Read more about how to manage communications preferences.
College and Career Readiness
The SPS strategic plan outlines the goal of all students prepared for college, career and life. Read more about College and Career Readiness Resources.
Read more about Career and Technical Education
Read more about Skills Center
College Bound Online Application
The district's college and career planning tool, Naviance
Discrimination and Sexual Harassment Complaint Procedures
Discrimination is unfair or unlawful treatment of a person or group because they are part of a defined group, known as a protected class. Read more about SPS safeguards against discrimination.
Discrimination Complaint Procedures Notice
Prohibition against Sexual Harassment and Complaint Procedure
Discipline
A climate of respect for the rights of others is essential to maintain a school environment in which teachers can teach and children can learn without undue interference. Read more about discipline.
Early Learning
At Seattle Public Schools, our vision is for every child to experience a quality, cohesive and joyful learning experience from preK through third grade that will provide the strong foundation needed to succeed in school and life. Read more about early learning.
Enrollment
Admissions enrolls new students, manages student transfers between schools (if applicable) and processes choice applications. Read more about enrollment.
Enrollment forms including Change of Address and Admission forms.
Waitlist information can be found on our registration webpage.
Health
We are committed to assuring a safe and healthy environment for all learners. Read more about Health Services, find health forms and resources. Read more about Teen Health Centers.
Homelessness
Student Housing Questionnaire
The McKinney-Vento Program staff can help students and families who are experiencing homelessness. Read more about the McKinney-Vento Program.
Huchoosedah Indian Education
Huchoosedah Native Education applies annually for federally funding through the Title VI Indian Education Formula Grant program that assists Native American, Alaskan Native, and American Indian students in Seattle Public Schools in grades K-12. Read more about Native Education.
Lunches and Breakfast
Free and Reduced Price School Meal Application
Free and Reduced Price Meal Application including translations on the Nutrition Services webpage
Meal Prices
Elementary Students: Breakfast $2, Lunch $3
Secondary Students: Breakfast $2.25, Lunch $3.25
Adults: Breakfast $3.25, Lunch $4.75
Paying for School Meals Online: PayPams.
Note: the online service requires the student ID number
Read more about Nutrition Services at Seattle Public Schools.
Network Use Agreement
Network Use Agreement
Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment
The Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA) is a federal law that affords parents/guardians certain rights regarding the collection of data for surveys, marketing, and certain physical exams.
Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment notice
Safety and Security
The Safety and Security Department help the district maintain a safe and secure environment for all students, staff and visitors. Read more about safety and security.
SchoolPay
SchoolPay is a safe and quick way to review and pay all of your student’s fees or fines from the comfort of your own home or mobile device. Read more about SchoolPay.
Student Section 504 Procedures
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is a Federal civil rights law that is designed to eliminate disability discrimination in programs and activities that receive Federal funds. Read more about Student 504 Procedures.
Student Accident and Insurance
Student Injuries and Insurance information letter.
Visit the SPS Risk Management for more information.
Student Portal
The Source: student schedules, assessment scores, attendance, library information, and secondary student grades.
Schoology: online tool that teachers may use to communicate classroom work and student assignments. The Student Data Verification Form will now be accessed through the Source.
Online Resources for Academic Support: Seattle Public Schools students have access to a wide variety of online resources.
Special Education
Learn more about the full range of services we offer at our Special Education Services webpage.
Student Rights and Responsibilities
Basic Rules for All Students
Student Rights and Responsibilities including translations
Transportation and Bus Information
Read more SPS transportation services.
See the Walk Zones for elementary schools.
The Transportation Department is mailing a letter to families who are receiving bus services at the end of August. If you don't receive notification before the start of school contact the Transportation Department at 206-252-0900 or email transdept@seattleschools.org.
Volunteering
Volunteering webpage with application, background check information, handbook and more.