Everything families need to get ready for the new school year is now available in one place.

The Anacortes School District has released its 2026–27 Back-to-School Guide, a digital resource designed to help students and families prepare for the first day of school. The first weeks of school come with plenty of questions. The Back-to-School Guide is designed to make finding answers easier by putting important information in one convenient location.

From school supply lists and bus routes to technology information, school calendars, meals, bell schedules, and important forms, the guide brings together the information families need to start the school year prepared and informed.


What Families Will Find in the Guide

School Supplies
Find school supply lists by grade and school so students have what they need when classes begin.

Transportation
Review information about bus routes, stops, and schedules through the My Ride K-12 app, the district’s transportation app for the 2026–27 school year. Instructions for using the app are included in the guide.

Technology
Find information about student devices, required apps, login information, and technology support.

School Calendar & Important Dates
Download the one-page district calendar with important dates, holidays, early release days, and other key events throughout the school year.

Bell & Class Schedule Information
Review school start and dismissal times, bell schedules, and daily class schedules to help students know what to expect when they return.

Student Handbook
Learn about district policies, student expectations, and important information about day-to-day school life.

School Meals
Students at Fidalgo Elementary and Mount Erie Elementary will have access to free breakfast and lunch every school day during the 2026-27 school year through Washington’s implementation of HB 1238.

Families can also find information about applying for Free and Reduced-Price Meals and managing student meal accounts through MealTime Online. Families are encouraged to complete the eligibility application each year, even when their student attends a school where meals are provided free to all students.

Health & Medication Information
Access health information, medication guidelines, and required forms to help ensure students are ready to return to school safely.


Anacortes Schools Foundation Ready to Learn Fair
We are grateful to the Anacortes Schools Foundation for helping local students and families get ready for the 2026–27 school year through its annual Ready to Learn Fair on Saturday, August 15, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Anacortes High School. This free community event provides students with backpacks and school supplies, books, gently used clothing, new underwear and socks, free haircuts, and other valuable resources from community partners. We appreciate the Anacortes Schools Foundation and the many community partners and volunteers who make this event possible and help ensure students have what they need to start the school year ready to learn.

More Community Resources
Families looking for additional local programs, activities, and services can visit the district’s online bulletin board, the Anacortes Community Connect, which features events, resources, and opportunities from community organizations.