As summer winds down, it's time to gear up for another exciting school year in the Altoona School Districts. Whether your child is stepping into a classroom for the first time or returning for another year of learning and growth, here's all the essential information you need to start the school year smoothly.

Important Dates to Remember

School Start Dates:

• Altoona School District: Classes begin on September 3, 2024

Meet the Teacher:

• Altoona School District:

• Elementary School: August 29, 2024, from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

• Middle School: August 30, 2024, from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

• High School: August 31, 2024, from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Registration Dates and Information

• Altoona School District:

• New Student Registration: August 15 - 25, 2024

• Returning Student Verification: Online, available now through August 31, 2024

For registration, please bring necessary documents such as proof of residency, birth certificates, immunization records, and previous school records if transferring.

2024-2025 Online Meal Applications

• Altoona School District: You can easily apply online for free or reduced price meals for the 2024-25 school year HERE. *These forms can be printed using Acrobat Reader and sent to: Cherie Bundrant - AltoonaFSD@taher.com or drop the application off at your schools office.

School Supplies List

Make sure your child is prepared with the right supplies! Here's a list from the district's website, if you have any questions, reach out to your child's school.

Elementary School:

• Altoona School District:

• All Altoona Elementary School supply list K-3rd: Click here.

Middle School:

• Altoona School District:

• Altoona Intermediate School 4th grade: Click here.

• Altoona Middle School 6th-8th Grade: Click here.

High School:

• Altoona School District:

• Altoona High School Supply List 9th-12th Grade: Click here.

Wishing all our students and families a wonderful and successful school year ahead!

For more detailed information, please visit the Altoona School District website.