Puyallup School District
2024 Back-to-School Master List
Welcome back! This alpha-checklist provides important back-to-school information that will help prepare your child for the first day of school. Not sure where to start? We’ve listed the items that all families are recommended to complete:
- Athletics and Activities
- Attendance Polices
- Bell Schedules
- Bus Schedules
- Calendars
- Careers
- Childcare
- Classroom Assignments
- Enrollment Verification
- Fair Day
- Family Apps Portal
- Free and Reduced-Priced Meal Application
- Health Services
- Laptop Protection
- Meal Menu App - New
Athletics and Activities
Learn about the athletic clearance process, academic eligibility, athletic fees, and more.
Required for Grades 9-12: If your child qualifies for free and reduced-priced meals, families are required to submit a submit a consent to share survey to receive athletic and participation fee waivers.
Attendance Polices
Did you know that absenteeism in the first month of school can predict poor attendance throughout the school year? Half the students who miss 2-4 days in September go on to miss nearly a month of school. Read more about our district attendance policies.
Bell Schedules
Know when and where you need to be!
Bell schedules, including start and end times, and early dismissal times, are available here. Be sure to note this year’s new bell times.
Bus Schedules
Bus schedules including bus stop locations will be available beginning Aug. 23 via the My Ride K-12 mobile app, allowing families to look up bus route information.
Sign up for bus routes through the My Ride-K-12 mobile app today!
Calendars
The full student calendar, key dates, and the ARTS in Puyallup calendars are now available.
Careers
Join our team! Are you looking for a career that makes a difference? Want to be part of an incredible team?
We are currently hiring for full-time, part-time, and substitute positions!
Learn more and explore open positions and about our August 6 Summer Job Fair!
Childcare
Provided by Right At School, before and after-school childcare for students in preschool through grade six is available at each elementary school.
Classroom Assignments
Classroom assignments for all students will be available on August 23 for junior high and high schools and August 27 for elementary schools.
Elementary families will be emailed teacher assignments and secondary schedules will be available via Schoology or HAC. Students registered after August 25 will be notified at the time of registration or a few days after.
Enrollment Verification
At the start of each school year, parents are asked to verify and update their contact information using the Returning Student Registration form in Home Access Center (HAC).
This form, also known as the annual Enrollment Verification Form, is now available online. All parents are required to submit the form, even if there are no updates or changes to your contact information. Parents will continue to receive reminders until the form is successfully submitted.
Fair Day
All students will follow the 3.25 early dismissal schedule for Sept. 11. Join us at the WA State Fairgrounds for Puyallup Schools Education Day.
Learn more about Meet 'Milli and district programs and offerings.
Family Apps Portal
On our Family Apps Portal, you can easily find log in links for our most frequently used applications and systems.
Free and Reduced-Priced Meal Application
Apply for free and reduced-priced meals and benefits when school starts to receive available fee reductions. All currently eligible families need to reapply for meal benefits annually. Applications approved from the past school year will expire on October 15th, 2024. To ensure a smooth transition, students will need to reapply for meal benefits for the 2024-25 school year prior to the expiration date. Additional benefits and reduced fees are available for families who qualify through this application. Qualified students may also obtain reduced fees for ASB cards, student device coverage protection, athletic fees and more. Those who believe they may qualify, should also apply for benefits when school starts to receive available fee reductions.
To apply and/or reapply, visit www.EZMealApp.com.
Required for Grades 9-12: If your child qualifies for free and reduced-priced meals, families are required to submit a Consent to Share form to receive athletic and participation fee waivers. The form can be accessed via https://bit.ly/3z1wEYE.
*The following schools qualify for free school meals (breakfast and lunch) for all students through the USDA Community Eligibility Provision or Meals for Washington Students Act: Brouillet, Carson, Dessie Evans, Edgerton, Firgrove, Hunt, Karshner, Maplewood, Meeker, Mt. View, Northwood, Pope, Ridgecrest, Shaw Road, Spinning, Stewart, Sunrise, Walker HS, Waller Road, Wildwood, Woodland and Zeiger.
Although meals are free for all students at these schools, families are still strongly encouraged to complete meal benefit applications to receive additional benefits and support qualification for these programs.
Health Services
Washington state law requires all students attending public schools to be immunized against diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis (whooping cough), polio, measles, mumps, hepatitis B, varicella and rubella before registering for school.
For more information about immunization requirements, please contact your student's school nurse or the Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department at (253)-649-1412.
For more information, visit the website for the Washington State Department of Health Immunization Program.
Visit the Washington State Department of Health to access your child's innumication information, or call (360)236-3595.
Laptop Protection
Starting this school year, all students will receive the Puyallup Protection Plan (P3) and its benefits at no cost (e.g., accidental damage coverage, deductible coverage for stolen laptops with a police report, etc.), moving away from an annual P3 enrollment form—to an annual Student Device Responsible Use and Safety Agreement Form with no payment or waiver required.
Students will return the Student Laptop Responsible Use and Safety Agreement Form signed at their 1:1 device checkout or families may digitally sign and acknowledge through Home Access Center (HAC) prior to checking out a laptop.
The cost of resale/replacement student computer accessories will remain the same for 2024-25.
- Chargers - $40.00
- Stylus - $35.00
- Sleeve - $13.00
Meal Menu App - New
The Food Service Department is pleased to introduce Health-e Pro—a mobile app with interactive menus, allowing easy access to complete nutrition information for the school meal.
Key Features
- Complete list of all food choices available to students
- Nutrient data for menu items
- Ingredient information for certain menu items
- Allergen identification within menu items
- Dietary preference identification showing symbols identifying dietary preferences
- Translation to 180 languages using Google Translate
How Can I Access the Menus through Health-e Pro?
How Can I Access the Menus through Health-e Pro?
- Meals
- Meal Menu App - New
- New Student Registration
- Online Payments
- Open House Events
- ParentSquare
- Records and Transcripts
- School Supply Lists
- Student Handbook
- Student Insurance
- Technology Support and Access
- Translation Services
- Volunteering
- Voter Registration
- Waivers
Meals
To pay for school meals, set up low balance notifications, or monitor student meal account purchases, visit EZschoolpay.com.
The following schools qualify for free school meals (breakfast and lunch) for all students through the USDA Community Eligibility Provision or Meals for Washington Students Act:
- Brouillet
- Carson
- Dessie Evans
- Edgerton
- Firgrove
- Hunt
- Karshner
- Maplewood
- Meeker
- Mt. View
- Northwood
- Pope
- Ridgecrest
- Shaw Road
- Spinning
- Stewart
- Sunrise
- Walker HS
- Waller Road
- Wildwood
- Woodland
- Zeiger
Although meals are free for all students at these schools, families are still strongly encouraged to complete meal benefit applications to receive additional benefits and support qualification for these programs.
Meal Menu App - New
The Food Service Department is pleased to introduce Health-e Pro—a mobile app with interactive menus, allowing easy access to complete nutrition information for the school meal.
Key Features
- Complete list of all food choices available to students
- Nutrient data for menu items
- Ingredient information for certain menu items
- Allergen identification within menu items
- Dietary preference identification showing symbols identifying dietary preferences
- Translation to 180 languages using Google Translate
How Can I Access the Menus through Health-e Pro?
How Can I Access the Menus through Health-e Pro?
New Student Registration
Registration is underway for all new students entering grades K-12.
If your child will be five years old on or before August 31, they are eligible to start Kindergarten in the fall. Parents are encouraged to enroll their children online as soon as possible.
Check individual school websites for main office hours.
If you need additional support for new student registration, you can go to the Kessler Center (1501 39th Ave SW Puyallup, WA 98373) on the following dates between 9 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.:
- July 30-31
- August 6-7, 13-14
Online Payments
Save time and avoid long lines by paying for student ASB cards, yearbooks, athletic fees, and more through InTouch, the district' online payment portal system.
Open House Events
Join us in celebrating the new school year with a series of engaging open house events tailored to both individual schools and our district community. These events provide the perfect opportunity for families to learn about the initiatives, programs, and resources that contribute to your child's success and well-being.
Our schools have prepared unique open house experiences, where you can meet teachers, tour the campus, and gain valuable insights into your child's daily learning environment. For specific dates and details on individual school open house events, please refer to the list provided below.
In addition to these school-specific events, be sure to mark your calendar for the districtwide Back-to-School Open House on October 9. This districtwide event will showcase the various departments, programs, and services that support your child's educational journey. Engage with district representatives, gather resources, and learn more about our ongoing commitment to fostering a nurturing and academically enriching environment for all students.
Brouillet Elementary
- Open House - August 27th, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Carson Elementary
- Open House - August 29th, 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Dessie F. Evans Elementary
- Open House - August 29th, 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
- 4:30-5:30 - Last Names A-M
- 5:30-6:30 - Last Names N-Z
Edgerton Elementary
- Open House - September 3rd, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Firgrove Elementary
- BBQ - August 28th, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Fruitland
- Open House - August 29th, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Hunt Elementary
- Open House - September 3rd, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Karshner Elementary
- Open House - August 29th, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Maplewood Elementary
- Open House - August 29th, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Meeker Elementary
- BBQ - August 28th, 4 p.m.
Mt. View Elementary
- Open House - August 28th, 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Northwood Elementary
- Open House - August 29th, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Pope Elementary
- Open House - August 29th, 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Ridgecrest Elementary
- Open House - August 29th, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Shaw Road Elementary
- Open House - August 29th, 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Spinning Elementary
- Open House - September 3rd, 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Stewart Elementary
- Open House - August 29th, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunrise Elementary
- Open House - August 28th, 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Waller Road Elementary
- Open House - August 29th, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Wildwood Elementary
- Open House - August 29th, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Woodland Elementary
- Open House - August 29th, 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Zeiger Elementary
- Open House - August 29th, 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Aylen Junior High
- Prep Days - August 21st and 22nd, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Back to School Night - September 16th, 4:30 p.m.
to 7 p.m.
Ballou Junior High
- Back to School Night - August 28th, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Edgemont Junior High
- 6th Grade Camp Edgemont - August 28th, 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- New Student Orientation - September 3rd, 1 p.m.
- Back to School Night - September 5th, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Ferrucci Junior High
- Prep Day for 7th Grade and New Students - August 22nd, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Back to School Night - August 28th, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Glacier View Junior High
- Back to School Night - August 28th, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
- Prep Day 7th Grade and New Students - August 22nd,
8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Kalles Junior High
- 7th Grade Prep Day - August 21st, 8 a.m. 11 a.m.
and 12 p.m. to 3p.m. - 8th Grade Prep Day - August 22nd, 8 a.m. 11 a.m.
and 12 p.m. to 3p.m. - Open House - September 10th
Stahl Junior High
- New Student Orientation - August 22nd, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Emerald Ridge High
- Junior and Senior Prep Day - August 21st
- 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. - Last Names A-H
- 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. - Last Names I-P
- 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. - Last Names Q-Z
- Sophomore Prep Day - August 22nd
- 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. - Last Names A-H
- 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. - Last Names I-P
- 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. - Last Names Q-Z
- Open House - September 10th, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Puyallup High
- Junior and Senior Prep Day - August 21st
- 8 a.m. - 11 a.m. - Seniors
- 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. - Juniors
- Sophomore Prep Day - August 22nd 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
- Sophomore Back to School Night - August 22, 6 p.m. to 7:40 p.m.
Rogers High
- Seniors Prep Day - August 21st, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
- Juniors Prep Day - August 22nd, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
- Sophomores Prep Day - August 23nd, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
- Back to School Night - August 28, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
ParentSquare
ParentSquare is the communications platform used to send families email, text, and app notifications in their preferred language. ParentSquare automatically generates an account for each parent and guardian, using their email address and/or phone number on file in Home Access Center.
While you’ll still be able to receive emails, text messages, and phone calls without registering your account, you’ll need to register to access the ParentSquare parent portal and mobile app to see your news feed, reply to posts, update message preferences, fill out forms, and more.
Records and Transcripts
Student records may be requested by contacting the last school attended.
To request transcripts, visit visit Parchment.
Special Education records can be obtained by emailing Special Services.
School Supply Lists
Student Handbook
The Student Handbook explains the rights and responsibilities of students regarding student conduct and student discipline actions, as well as general information about school operations.
This handbook is updated and reviewed annually.
Student Insurance
Voluntary accident medical and dental insurance plans (Spanish form here) are an affordable way for parents to provide protection for children. They can be used on a standalone basis or as “gap coverage” to assist with high deductibles and/or high co-pays of additional health plans.
Technology Support and Access
Students and families can get technology support by phone, email, or in-person.
Click here for hours of operations or to schedule an in-person appointment.
Affordable Home Internet
Additionally, eligible households may be able to receive a discount on broadband services through the Affordable Connectivity Program.
Translation Services
Your child's school should communicate with you in your language about your child's education.
This often includes translated documents and a language interpreter for meetings and conversations.
Learn more, including Parent Rights to Language Access, information and requesting language services.
Volunteering
Voter Registration
Are you registered to vote?
If not, you can easily register anytime at VoteWA.gov. By registering to vote, you gain the opportunity to have a voice in decisions impacting our schools, community, nation, and world. Engage in democracy and ensure your voice is heard.
Register to vote today and contribute to the decisions that define tomorrow. Your vote matters!
Waivers
Are you planning to have your child attend a PSD school outside your resident zone? Click on the links below to learn more and submit a form:
- In-District Transfer - Students who live in the Puyallup School District and wish to attend a school other than their resident school
- Out-of-District Waivers - Students living outside the district boundaries