BACK TO SCHOOL: 5 things to know to start the school year in Allen ISD | Allen

School starts in Allen ISD in about two weeks, and district officials are planning to welcome thousands of students into classrooms. Here are some essentials to know for the upcoming school year.

1. Important dates:

First day of school: Aug. 13Fall break: Oct. 12-14Thanksgiving break: Nov. 23-27Winter break: Dec. 21-Jan. 1Spring break: March 15-19Last day of school: May 27, last day of instruction for studentsHigh school graduation: May 28, ceremony for Allen High School graduates2. Class times:Elementary school: 7:45 a.m.-2:55 p.m.Middle school: 8:20 a.m.–3:30 p.m.Lowery Freshman Center: 8:45 a.m.-4:05 p.m.Allen High School: 8:50 a.m.-4:10 p.m.3. Bus routes: The district operates a fleet of more than 130 buses that provide daily transportation to and from campuses for eligible students. Bus services are available for students who live two or more miles from their assigned school. Information on bus routes, times and eligibility can be found at www.allenisd.org/page/transportation-bus-stop-information. Parents can also access information on the My Ride K-12 app.

4. Lunch: Daily menus for meals offered at each AISD campus are available at www.allenisd.org/o/aisd/page/online-menus, or through the MealViewer app. For students with specific dietary needs, parents can visit the district’s website or contact [email protected]. Eligible parents can apply for free or reduced-price lunches at www.allenisd.org/o/aisd/page/free-and-reduced-price-meal-applications.

5. Student dress code: The districtwide dress code is outlined in the student handbook and offers guidance on standards required by the district. Some of the dress standards required of students by the dress code include:

No pictures, emblems or writings that are offensive or include drug-related languageNo pants or shorts worn below the waistStudents may wear ripped pants, athletic shorts, leggings and sleeveless shirts as long as they adhere to general dress standards for proper coveringsA complete list of dress code requirements is available in the student handbook.