Back to School Information
Welcome back to another exciting school year! Please use the links below to access all of Simley's back to school materials.
Back to School Mailing
Important Dates
Orientation Day - Tuesday, August 18th (8:30 AM - 1:00 PM)
- Students will be able to take their school picture taken, request a locker if needed or desired and locate classroom for the upcoming school year. Please refer to Back to School Letters correlating to your students grade for more detailed information.
Family Connections Day - Tuesday, September 1st (4:00 PM - 7:00 PM) - Families will have the opportunity to:
- Walk through student schedules, meet teachers and staff, and visit Community Resource Fair from 4:00-6:00 PM.
- Learn more about how to make a successful transition to high school at the 9th grade student and family presentation from 5:30-6:00 PM.
- Enjoy food and time to connect with families and staff members from 6:00-7:00 PM.
First Day Of School (9th Grade ONLY) - Wednesday, September 2nd.
First Day Of School (For everyone) - Thursday, September 3rd.
School Supply List
Register for Busing by August 10th
Families who need transportation must register their child every school year. Only families who register by Tuesday, August 18th, will be guaranteed transportation that starts on the first day of school. Click here to register for busing.
HealthIf your student will need to take medication during the school day, please fill out the Dispensing Medication at School form on the Nurse's Office webpage. This form, and any other documentation from a doctor, can be returned during orientation, or any time in the main office.
Lifetouch PhotosLifetouch will be taking school photos on Orientation Day, August 18th. Students who do not take school photos will not receive a student ID card. Click here for ordering options and FAQs.
Technology GuideTo access the Annual Student Update and pay for the iPad protection plan, sports registration, and parking, click here for Infinite Campus instructions.
Food ServiceFind out what's for breakfast and lunch each day through SchoolCafé.
Educational BenefitsAll families are encouraged to apply for educational benefits. Complete an Educational Benefits Application to qualify your family for school year savings on activity fees, school device protection plans, utilities, and more.
Specifically for high school, you can receive savings for things such as parking, prom, and grad fees.
Every qualifying application can also bring up to $1,500 in student support aid to your child's school.
Complete the Annual Student Update by August 18thAll families MUST complete the Annual Student Update on Infinite Campus (access through the Parent Portal) by August 18th to receive their schedule. No Annual Update = No Schedule.
The Annual Student Update is a simple, one-stop way to make sure your children’s information is up-to-date for the new school year. In the update, you will review emergency contact information, your family’s preferences, and sign the Annual Tech Agreement (must be done to receive their iPad).
Email parent.portal@isd199.org if you need assistance accessing your username/password.
Parking
No Paper Applications
Students interested in parking at the high school must fill out the parking application and pay the parking fee online in Infinite Campus through the Portal. As parking permits are limited, they will be distributed following priority status: students that need to leave for their educational programs (PSEO, Work Experience, etc), seniors, then the rest of the school body. If your student is NOT a senior but enrolled in PSEO, Work Experience, and/or any TriDistrict CAPS program, contact Ms. Olson at OlsonAn@isd199.org.
The parking applications will be available via Infinite Campus per schedule:
- Seniors: Aug. 3rd - Aug 14th Seniors can pick up their parking permit (if purchased during the priority time) at the Back to School Orientation Day on August 18th.
- Sophomores and Juniors: Sept. 7th
Students will be notified when their permits are ready for pick-up in the main office via their school email address. Passes are $185. Families who qualify for Educational Benefits will receive a discount on their child's pass.