Check out upcoming events and other happenings in Alachua County Public Schools in this month's iNews! https://conta.cc/48KKGRL
3 days ago, Alachua County Public Schools
I News October
The Florida Department of Health has created a website (floridahealth.gov/diabetes) for the families of PreK - 1st grade students on the early detection of diabetes.
8 days ago, Alachua County Public Schools
Diabetes Screening graphic
Picture Day is coming up! Forms will be sent home with students on Friday, September 26th. Picture Day is Friday, October 3rd!
12 days ago, EMILY CREWS
Progress reports available on Family Access or by requesting a paper copy from school. Instructions for accessing progress reports available at alachuaschools.net/progressreports
18 days ago, Alachua County Public Schools
Progress reports graphic
LFES Families- Next week, September 15th-19th, we will be participating in "Start with Hello" week. Check back to see what is happening in Dolphin Land each day.
22 days ago, EMILY CREWS
Start With Hello Flyer

Thank you to the team from UF Health that provided Stop the Bleed training for principals today. As with our recent training on reunifying families after a school crisis, today's session is another example of the district's commitment to the safety and well-being of students, families and staff.

26 days ago, Alachua County Public Schools
stop the bleed lecture
STB Trainer
STB modeling
Stop the Bleedsimulator

Thank you to the familes who attended our Title 1 Annual Meeting this evening! If you did not have the opportunity to attend, a copy of our presentation is linked below and will be posted on our website!

Title 1 Annual Meeting Presentation

about 1 month ago, EMILY CREWS
Title 1 Annual Parent Meeting
Families, please join us on Thursday, September 4 for our Title 1 Annual Meeting and Open House event beginning at 5:00pm.

Our annual meeting will run from 5:00-5:30pm and we will host two Open House sessions (5:30pm and 6:00pm).

We are looking forward to seeing you on campus. Go Dolphins!
about 1 month ago, EMILY CREWS
Lake Forest Elementary Title 1 Annual Meeting and Open House
Tomorrow begins our first round of Progress Monitoring assessments for ELA and Math. Please see the list of dates to see when your student will be testing.

Make sure your student gets plenty of rest the night before and is on time to school on the morning of their assessment. Testing will begin at 8:00am.

Go Dolphins!
about 1 month ago, EMILY CREWS
Lake Forest Elementary PM Test Dates
Protect your family from flu. Sign up your child for free FluMist at school. Info and consent form at alachuaschools.net/flumist
about 2 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
FluMist graphic

📣 It’s Here! A better way to stay connected!

Starting today, you’ll receive messages, updates, and announcements from your child’s school right inside the Alachua County Public Schools app—or by text and email if you prefer.

Check out this short video with more information!

This is communication, simplified!

about 2 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
Alachua County Public Schools App
Early release Wednesdays start August 13 at all elementary schools and High Springs Community School, A. Quinn Jones School, Sidney Lanier School and Duval Early Learning Academy. Specific school hours are available at alachuaschools.net/schoolhours
about 2 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZHedPJ9IfGk

🎉 We’re ready to kick off an amazing 2025–2026 school year! Watch this welcome message from Superintendent Dr. Kamela Patton to learn about new tools, new resources, and how you can get involved.
📲 Visit alachuaschools.net for everything you need to start the year strong!
🎒 First day is Monday, August 11 — let’s go, ACPS!

about 2 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
back to school
Check out the August issue of Alachua County Public Schools iNews, with important back-to-school information! https://conta.cc/47fF950
about 2 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
iNews cover
Bus stop locations, pick up/drop off times and bus numbers now available through Family Access or on the district's website at alachuaschools.net/findmybus. Please be sure to follow all instructions for accessing bus information on the website.
about 2 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
Bus  Roof
With a new state law limiting the use of cell phones and other devices, ACPS has revised its guidelines. More information at alachuaschools.net/cellphones.
2 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
Cell Phones guidelines graphic
Free meals available at 80+ local sites for all children 0-18 through the ACPS Summer Meals Program. Visit https://yourchoicefresh.com for locations and serving dates/times.
4 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
Summer Break  Spot

Will your child need to ride a school bus in 2025-26? If so, you must complete the Student Transportation Information form. Visit https://www.sbac.edu/familyaccess to complete the form online, or request a copy from your child's school.

4 months ago, Alachua County Public Schools
School buses