Summer To-Do's | American Academy

We hope your summer is off to a great start!
To help you stay organized and make the most of the months ahead, we’ve created this checklist with everything you need to prepare for a successful school year. We recommend bookmarking this page for easy access throughout the summer, and keeping an eye on your inbox for additional updates and important information as the new school year approaches. You can print the checklist here.

Click on the arrows to view the drop-down information for each checklist item.

1. Review your family’s important account access information.

Infinite Campus login credentials
- Lost or forgot your IC login info? NOW is the time to reset it!

American Academy SchoolMint Information
- Instructions and login info were sent to families to complete the American Academy Annual Registration, which takes place in April prior to the new school year.
MySchoolBucks Login Info (for student fees)

American Academy parents will use the MySchoolBucks application to make online payments for the following:
- Student fees (during DCSD Express Check-in)
- DCSD school lunch payments (if applicable)
MySchoolbucks SignUp Instructions

IMPORTANT! Keep all these numbers and logins safe and in an accessible location for use throughout the year.

2. Familiarize yourself with emergency communications.

American Academy uses Finalsite (voice, text, and email) for all emergency communication and school-wide messaging. All enrolled families are automatically included via Infinite Campus, which updates nightly.

We strongly recommend NOT opting out to ensure you receive all critical updates and important school information.

Please note that the school district (DCSD) also sends out communication using FinalSite. Many times you will receive important communication (snow delays, school closures, etc.) from both American Academy and DCSD. If you opt out of DCSD communication you will also be opting out of American Academy, and vice versa.

3. Download the school year calendar and note key summer dates.

Review and bookmark our board-approved upcoming school year calendar so you can start planning for no school days, parent conferences, and school breaks
Please note that information and dates are subject to change. We will communicate clearly any changes to the below dates and other important info.
Take note of all the important upcoming summer/fall dates on our school event calendar! We've listed the big ones below; please check the website events calendar for details about times and locations (and any updates). We will also send out detailed info on events below where needed.
*All dates subject to change and as much advance notice as possible will be given.

4. Work on summer homework assignments (reading, math, and middle school history)

All incoming American Academy K–8 students are assigned summer work in reading and math (with history included for students entering grades 6–8). KindiePrep students do not have required summer assignments; however, families are encouraged to read together regularly.

Visit the Summer Assignments pages on our website to view grade-level requirements and download any related materials.

5. Register for an American Academy summer camp.

We hope your student can join one or more of the fun summer camps led by American Academy teachers and staff. While some camps are full, limited space is still available in select sessions. For details, please visit the American Academy Summer Camp page on our website.

Summer camps are open to all enrolled American Academy K–8 students who are at least five years old by the start of camp. Families new to American Academy must complete all registration paperwork before registering for a camp. Students may attend camps at any campus; participation is not limited to their home campus.

6. Arrange a summer tutor (if needed).

Looking for additional academic support this summer? Some American Academy teachers* offer private tutoring during the summer months. For your convenience, we’ve provided a list of participating teachers and their contact information.

*American Academy is not responsible for or involved in private tutoring arrangements. Families should contact teachers directly to inquire about availability and scheduling.

7. Purchase school supplies.

Order Online

Save time and simplify back-to-school shopping by ordering your student’s supplies online through School Tool Box. This option ensures you have the correct items for your child’s grade level without visiting multiple stores.

Visit the School Tool Box website and search for your American Academy campus. Families may purchase the full supply kit or select individual items.

Orders are delivered to your home within 10–14 business days. To ensure delivery before the first day of school, orders must be placed by July 31. After this date, families will need to shop locally.

Shop Local

Download the school supply list below for your campus, find your grade level, choose your favorite local store, and enjoy.

Castle Pines K-8 Supply List

Lincoln Meadows KP-8 Supply List

Motsenbocker KP-8 Supply List

8. Watch for DCSD Annual Online Express Check-In.

DCSD Express Check-in: Online (K-8) - July 16-23

American Academy families with students (new and returning) who will be in grades K - 8 in the coming year must complete two registrations annually. These are required in order to secure your K-8 student's spot at American Academy for the coming school year. KindiePrep, our preschool program, is NOT included in these events and will have their own registration event. American Academy All-School Registration already took place in April. DCSD Express Check-in will happen late summer.

Deadlines for both K-8 registrations must be met by all families; failure to meet these deadlines may result in your child being unenrolled from American Academy and an offer extended to another child on our waitlist. In the event that your student is unenrolled, you will be required to add your student back to the American Academy waitlist to wait for a future opening at the school.

Read more about K-8 school registration.

9. Update medications and immunizations for school.

Medications for the New School Year

If your child will need medication at school next year, please have your healthcare provider complete a Medication Authorization Form (including parent signature). Middle school students who will self-carry medication will also need the self-carry medication form completed.

This includes over-the-counter medications, which must be provided by families. The school does not keep stock medications (e.g., Tylenol, Advil, Benadryl) and can only administer medication with proper documentation.

These forms must be updated each school year. Please bring completed forms and medications to Rebel, Set, Go! in August. Medications must be in original pharmacy-labeled or new, unopened containers. We cannot accept expired medications or incomplete paperwork.

Immunizations- Incoming Kindergarten and 7th Graders
Many students will need updated immunizations before the start of school in August. Summer is a great time to schedule an appointment with your primary care provider.

Incoming 7th Grade: A Tdap booster is required before the first day of school.
Incoming Kindergarten: Required immunizations must be completed prior to the start of school.

Please bring updated immunization records to the August Rebel, Set, Go! event.

For more information, contact: Douglas County Health Department / Stride Community Health Center: 720-643-2403

Immunization Exemptions
Immunization exemptions must be renewed annually. There are two ways to submit a nonmedical exemption (please provide a copy to the nurse or front office):

Option 1:
Submit a Certificate of Nonmedical Exemption signed by a healthcare provider (MD, DO, advanced practice nurse, or delegated physician assistant).

Option 2:
Submit the Certificate of Nonmedical Exemption received after completing the online Immunization Education Module.

For additional information and requirements, please visit the CDPHE vaccine exemptions webpage.

10. Review student uniform requirements.

Review the American Academy Uniform Policy on our BOD Policies webpage
Educational Outfitters
Educational Outfitters offers a local store front and online purchasing options. Purchase anytime by visiting their website at denver.educationaloutfitters.com. Simply click on "School Uniforms" and scroll to American Academy.

Or shop their local store at:
159 W County Line Rd
Littleton, CO 80129
Map
Uniforms by Tommy Hilfiger: Uniforms by Tommy Hilfiger
Uniforms by TH is an online only shopping option; there are no local store fronts. Sign up to receive sale info throughout the summer and school year.
*Be sure to join their mailing list so you never miss a sale!
Join American Academy Marketplace - Parents can post approved American Academy uniform items in our new American Academy Marketplace Facebook group. Select Join and then once approved, you can buy, sell, or search for what you need (current members of the American Academy Community Facebook group are automatically approved to join Marketplace.) It's a great place to ask questions about uniforms, too.
Learn about Dress of Choice Days and Spirit Days - Students are required to wear our American Academy uniform every day! However, we like to make fun exceptions with regular Spirit Days and Dress of Choice Days. Learn when they are and what to wear on each of these uniform exception days!
Extra Help - For those families that qualify, there may be assistance for purchasing uniforms and other services. Apply for assistance through DCSD Nutrition Services (the application typically opens mid-summer) and contact our business services team with your DCSD approval letter. If you qualify, you can receive some additional help paying for services/uniforms at American Academy. Please contact Business Services to submit forms and ask any questions.

11. Order American Academy spirit wear.

We know families and students are excited to show off their American Academy spirit as they look ahead to the new school year! We are currently working on launching a YEAR-ROUND spirit wear store for our families. Stay tuned later this summer for exciting details!

Spirit Days take place each week on Friday, and we have one planned Dress of Choice day each month which usually takes place the last Friday of the month. Check out the guidelines for both on our website and in our Student Uniform Policy listed on the BOD Policy page.

12. Get connected to American Academy.

We like to stay in touch with our families at American Academy! We post frequently on our school website and we send out all-school newsletters once a week throughout the school year and occasionally through the summer months. Our teachers also update grade-level news on their individual pages. And of course, we have emergency communications. Here are some good tips for staying connected in other ways!

Looking for something on our website? Try our site search tool (upper right of any web page) or look through QuickLinks (main menu) > Parents for an alphabetical list of subjects.

Clip of web page with search tool circled in red

Want to keep track of American Academy events in your own personal calendar? Visit our school website and select Campuses > Your Campus > Events and then select the Subscribe option just above the calendar. Any updates made on our end will show in your calendar when you open it.

Got questions? Ask other American Academy parents on American Academy Community. This is a private page so you MUST answer the 3 simple questions to gain access. The info is only used to verify your connection to American Academy.
Get an inside look at day-to-day school activities on the official American Academy Facebook Page.
Need uniforms and other school items? Join the American Academy Marketplace.
Stay connected to more fun stuff at each campus by liking our other Facebook pages:

For any questions you just can't find the answer to (after looking on the website), email [email protected] and someone will get back to you.

Have a wonderful summer!

Summer To-Do Checklist - Summer 2026