Get ready for the upcoming school year with our comprehensive Back to School Guide! Whether you're looking for important dates, school supply lists, or tips to make the transition smoother, we've got you covered. Explore resources from schools all across Whidbey Island to ensure your family is prepared and excited for the new academic year!
Back to School Events:
Garage of Blessings School Supply Event - August 23
Back to School with Style - Free Kids Haircuts in Oak Harbor - September 1
Oak Harbor Public Schools:
Oak Harbor Public Schools (Full Guide)
Important Dates:
- August 29: School Open Houses (3:30-5:30 PM)
- September 4: First Day of School (Grades 1-12)
- September 9: First Day for Kindergarten & HomeConnection/OHVA
- November 7-8: Parent-Teacher Conferences
Annual Update:
Complete the Annual Student Information Update in Skyward Family Access.
School Supplies:
Basic supplies are provided for all students. Personal items like backpacks and headphones are optional but encouraged.
School Meals:
Free meals are available for students in grades K-4. Families need to apply for free/reduced lunch annually.
Stay Connected:
Use ParentSquare for school communication and updates.
Get Involved:
Opportunities to volunteer and support the school community are available on each school's website.
Bell Schedules & Class Schedules:
Schedules are posted on the district and school websites.
Transportation:
Bus routes are assigned in late August. Use the new BusRight app for real-time tracking.
Health & Technology:
Each student receives a Chromebook, with returns required at specific grade transitions or when leaving the district.
Share Your Back-to-School Photos:
Tag your photos with #OneOakHarbor on social media.
For the full OHPS Guide, Click Here:
Click Here for the Full OHPS Guide
Coupeville School District
First Day of School: September 3rd
Back to School Night & PTA Sponsored Ice Cream Social
Supply Lists:
South Whidbey School District
First Day of School: September 3rd
Supply Lists:
High school supply lists will be provided by individual teachers during the first week of classes. Students will start with their Chromebooks, a notebook, and a pen/pencil.
If there is a hardship in attaining school supplies, please contact Readiness to Learn for assistance. 360-221-6808 ex. 4321
rtlfprograms@readinesstolearn.org,
https://www.readinesstolearn.org/back-to-school-program
Readiness To Learn, https://readinesstolearn.org/
Spirit Wear is available at https://ashleysdesign.com/Ashleys/shop/page/south-whidbey.
Additonal Back to School Events:
Garage of Blessings School Supply Event - August 23
Back to School with Style - Free Kids Haircuts in Oak Harbor - September 1
