ENGAGE PGCPS: Back-to-School Guide (08/21/26)
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Back-to-School Guide!
Tuesday, August 25 is the first day of school in PGCPS! Download a selfie sign and share your first-day photos with us.
Get all the answers to your questions on our Back-to-School webpage including the following:
Who are my child's teachers?
Log into ParentVUE to view teacher assignments and schedules for the first day of school.
Learn More about Class Teachers & Student Schedules
What bus will my child ride?
STEP 1: Find Your Child’s Bus Route
Log into ParentVUE for bus route information. Postcards with route information were also mailed to families of fully enrolled students this week.
STEP 2: Download the Chipmunk App
The free Chipmunk app takes the stress out of school commutes with real-time bus tracking and arrival updates for your child's bus.
STEP 3: Learn more about Transportation
View transportation FAQs, learn about our transportation improvements, and find out how to resolve any bus-related concerns.
What school supplies does my child need?
Find out what school supplies your child needs in their backpacks. All high-schoolers and some middle-schoolers need to have clear backpacks!
Learn More about Basic School Supplies
What vaccines does my child need for school?
Maryland State law mandates that all children have the immunizations they need for school. Find out where you can get them by the September 14 deadline!
Learn More About Immunizations
What do I need to know about school meals?
Learn how much they cost, how to pay for them, how to sign up for free meals, and where to find your school meal menu!
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Upcoming Events
August 24 – Orientation Day (for students new to their school only)
August 25 – First Day of School