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In preparation for the 2023-2024 school year, the following information and forms require distribution and/or signature from families.

REQUIRED Forms/Documents for ALL Students:

  1. 1. Parent/Guardian Permission Form: The Office of Accountability requires all families to complete this form annually. This year families must complete the form electronically. For families who cannot complete the form online, schools will have hard copies available upon request. The deadline to complete this form is Sunday, October 15th, 2023. After this date, responses will default. 2. Student Device Agreement and Protection Plan This document is being given to each student with their device.  (Spanish Version)
  2. Immunization Records: Check with your health care provider to be sure your student’s immunizations are up to date. Contact your school nurse if you need assistance. For additional information, visit the HCPS Health Center on our website.

In addition to the above requirements,

Students who QUALIFY, should complete the following:

  1. 3. FARMS The meal benefit application can be completed online here on myschoolapps.com. If you are unable to complete the form online, a copy can be printed here and returned to school.
    If you apply and are approved for free and/or reduced meals this school year, you will automatically receive the student device protection plan. *Please note that you must complete a free and/or reduced-cost meals application each school year. Prior applications do not apply.*
  2. 4. HCPS Transportation: Bus stop and route information for the 2023-2024 HCPS school year is scheduled for release on August 15, 2023.
    Is your child riding the bus for the first time this year? Create a bus plan!

OPTIONAL for all Students:

  1. 5. Student Accident Insurance: Board Policy 02-0023-000 requires student accident insurance to be made available to all students. Physical flyers for this insurance have been sent to each school by Risk Management for distribution with laptops/curriculum materials. An explanatory letter and a link to the vendor website for insurance purchase is here on hcps.org. For more information on the coverage available, click here. (Spanish Version)
  2. 6. Before and After Care: Families can find information about before and after school care here.