Dear Lower School Families,
Welcome to the 2026–2027 school year! We hope you all had a wonderful, restful summer filled with fun and sunshine. We are so excited to welcome our returning scholars back to campus and give a warm welcome to all of our new families joining the Lower School family this year!
As we gear up for a fantastic year of learning and growth, please review the important back-to-school details and reminders below to help ensure a smooth transition for everyone.
I hope you enjoy your last few weeks of summer!
Sincerely,
Corrie Marchand
K-6 Lower School Principal
Important Note
- Arrival and Dismissal Letter– Please review this letter at your earliest convenience
- Bus Registration: Please make sure your family has completed the registration for bus transportation prior to the start of school if you plan to use bus services. To begin riding the bus on the first day of school, the registration form must be submitted by 8/18.
- Walker Form: If your child will be walking to or from school, please ensure you submit the Walker Form to the office before the first day.
- School Start Time: The start time for grades K–6 is 8:15 AM. Morning drop-off takes place daily between 7:45 AM and 8:15 AM. Students may enter the building starting at 7:45 AM.
- Early Dismissal Policy: To keep our dismissal procedures running safely and efficiently, please note that early dismissals should take place before 2:00 PM. We kindly ask that you do not request early dismissals or make changes to pick-up plans after 2:00 PM daily.
- Homeroom letters will be mailed out during the week of August 10th.
- Open House for grades 1-6 will take place on Thursday, August 20th. More info to follow!
- Iron on logos are available in the main office each day (Mon.-Fri. From 8:00am-1:00pm)
- Please review K-6 Supply Lists here- CLICK HERE
Upcoming Events/Important Dates
- August 20th– Open House Grades 1-6
- August 21st– School is Closed
- August 24th– First Day of School Grades 1-12
- August 24th– Kindergarten Orientation
- August 25th– First Day of School Kindergarten
- September 2nd– Half Day of School, Staff PD Day
- September 16th– Half Day of School, Staff PD Day
- September 24th– The NED Show Grades 1-4
- October 5th-9th– Atlantis Lower School Celebrates Reading Week
Dean’s Corner
Digital Safety and Monitoring
Try to set aside some “screen-free” outdoor time every day. Visit a local park, take a family walk, play catch, or simply let your child’s imagination run wild in the backyard. Other additional outdoor activities include:
- Mountain Biking & Hiking: Take on the multi-use trails at the Freetown-Fall River State Forest, which offer a mix of terrain and technical spots for adventurous riders. Wear a helmet!
- Urban Sketching or Photography: Provide students with cameras or sketchbooks and challenge them to capture the historic architecture around Fall River Heritage State Park.
- Sidewalk Chalk Obstacle Course: Draw hopscotch squares, balance beams, and “leapfrog” lily pads using chalk.
- The Grass is Lava: Challenge students to navigate a grassy area using only towels, yoga mats, or tree stumps as “safe” islands.
Thank you for an amazing school year. We hope you all have a safe, active, and sun-filled summer break!
All K through 6th grade students will be required to complete a summer reading and math assignment to reinforce and maintain skills over the summer months. Be on the lookout for an individualized email to be sent out (similar to report cards) before the last day of school (June 18th for grades 1-6 and June 11th for Kindergarten).
- Entering Grades 1 & 2: Summer Choiceboard
- Entering Grades 3 – 6: Summer Reading Book & Math Google Forms
Supply Lists
As we look ahead to the 2026–2027 school year, families can now access grade-level school supply lists to help students start the year prepared for success. We encourage families to review the list for their child’s grade and begin gathering supplies over the summer to ensure a smooth and successful first day of school.
Atlantis Charter School Stores
Atlantis Charter School offers convenient online stores where families can purchase approved school apparel and items that showcase Triton pride. From daily uniform pieces to active wear and spirit gear, our stores provide options for students, families, and fans to represent ACS throughout the year.
Uniform/Dress Code
Approved shirts, sweaters, and outerwear that meet ACS Dress Code Guidelines for everyday classroom use.
Athletic Apparel: Performance-based gear designed for PE, practices, and active school events.
Tritons Spirit Wear:
Branded clothing and accessories in Triton colors, perfect for games, events, and community pride.
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