Smooth Starts and Safe Goodbyes

2025–2026 Arrival & Dismissal Procedures

As we gear up for the 2025–2026 school year at Atlantis Charter School, we’re excited to welcome new and returning students back to campus! To ensure a safe, smooth, and efficient arrival and dismissal process, we’ve outlined some important procedures and tips for families to follow.

Bus Transportation

We encourage all K-6 families to consider registering for one of our three bus routes.
Register Here
(Only one form per student is needed.)

Morning Arrival: 7:45 AM – 8:15 AM

Students may be dropped off via:

  • Dickinson Street or Jefferson Street

Drop-Off Zones:

  • Zone C (Main Entrance): Grades K–2

  • Zone D (United Annex): Grades 3–6

  • Please pull all the way to the front of the zone

  • Students should exit the car independently

  • Do not arrive early — this blocks traffic and delays staff

  • Do not exit via Dickinson (entrance only)

Afternoon Dismissal: Begins at 2:45 PM

Dismissal takes extra time during the first two weeks—please be patient as staff work to get to know students and families.

Dismissal Schedule:

Grade(s)
Time
Zone
Car Tag Color
Kindergarten, 1A–1C 2:45 – 3:00 Zone C Red
Grade 2, 1D–1E 2:45 – 3:00 Zone B Yellow
Grades 3 & 4 3:00 – 3:15 Zone C via Dickinson Blue
Grades 5 & 6 3:00 – 3:15 Zone B Orange

  • Students should be picked up only during their assigned time.

  • Have multiple children? Pick up all students during the youngest sibling’s dismissal time.
    Sibling Dismissal Form

Car Tag & ID Guidelines

  • Each student will receive two color-coded car tags on Day 1.

  • Display your tag on your rearview mirror at dismissal.

  • For students in Grades K–3, anyone picking up must show photo ID and be listed on the approved pick-up list.

  • If someone new needs to be added to the list, please submit a written request (24-hour processing time).

Walker Permission Form

Walkers & Older Siblings

  • Students in Grades 4–6 will be dismissed independently and should know who’s picking them up.

  • Siblings in Grades 4–12 who are walkers may pick up younger siblings once dismissal begins.

  • Only students 18+ and on the emergency list may dismiss younger siblings early.

Bus Reminders

  • Students must ride their registered route only — no changes or switching.

  • Bus monitors are present to supervise all routes.

  • Be on time — buses cannot wait for late students.

  • Grade K–3 students must be picked up by an approved adult with ID.

  • If your child is signed up for Jr. Tritons, they should not also be registered for the bus.

  • Seats are limited — please ensure your child uses the bus daily if registered.

We appreciate your support and patience, especially during the first few days of school. Together, we can make arrival and dismissal a smooth and safe experience for everyone!

—
Ms. Corrie Marchand
K–6 Lower School Principal
Atlantis Charter School