2024-2025

To be the most prepared person on #MAfirstday, check out all of the information on this page.

Be Ready On Day One

#MAfirstday

Be Ready on Day One!

This applies to:

Families with rising kindergarteners
New families to the area
Families interested in transferring from other districts*

For Families:

Complete the Online Enrollment forms: Submit all required documents (enrollment forms, birth certificate, proof of address, immunization records, release form if transferring) by July 25th. This ensures our data managers have ample time to process everything before school starts.
Relax and Let Us Handle the Rest: We understand starting at a new school can be stressful. We take care of all the behind-the-scenes work such as technology devices, data, accounts, bus routes, cafeteria information, and your child’s class schedule for success!

Benefits:

Reduced Stress for Families: Families can focus on preparing their child for school, knowing the administrative work is handled efficiently.
Organized Start for Students: Students will be registered, scheduled, and ready to connect with teachers on the first day.
Improved Teacher Preparation: Teachers have time to familiarize themselves with new students before the school year begins.

*Students with an address outside of the Mount Airy City Schools district will have additional steps that will lengthen the time needed to begin school. Families who live outside the district lines will need to speak with their potential school’s front office as soon as possible.

Important Dates and Times to Know

2024-2025 Academic Calendar

Actions to Take

What to Do	Why we Recommend It	How to Do It
Bookmark www.mtairy.k12.nc.us	Our website is where you will find up-to-date information	Save as a bookmark or save to your phone's home screen for easy access
Download Your Canvas App You will get a code at Open House to connect to your child.	Beginning Fall of 2024, Canvas is the district's learning management and communication system for all students and families.	Apple Devices Student App Parent App Android Devices Student App Parent App
Find us on social media	@MACSchools on Facebook and Instagram updates you while you scroll	Search @MACSchools on Facebook and Instagram Like or follow
Add 1-844-279-8880 to your contacts	Ensure you receive emergency and informative automated messages	You can name the contact "MACS SchoolMessenger" to help you identify the call type
Sign up to receive text messages	Our text message reaches you first; know what the incoming call is about	Visit our website
Subscribe to school/district calendars	Know when and where that important event is and sync to your calendar	Visit our website calendar, check the calendars you need, click “Subscribe” and select your method
Sign up for School Cash Online	Online payments for yearbooks, field trips, and more	Visit our website, follow directions
Download and sign up for My Ride K-12	Know where your child is and it’s the quickest way to see your child’s bus info	Visit our website and read available guides Download for Apple Search in Google Play Store
Request bus transportation	Bus transportation is the safest way to travel to and from school Request your child's seat now	Contact your child's office.
Sign up for LINQ Connect	Pay for meals and a la carte items online	Visit our website and follow the directions

What to Do	Why We Recommend It	How to Do It
Update contact information	We need to be able to reach you in case of an emergency	New students will complete paperwork with contact information. Returning students need to review and approve or edit their contact information. This will come home in the beginning of the year paperwork.
Complete forms in the handbook	Information, permission, and more require your attention	You can also find the District Handbook online
Sign up for PowerSchool	See grading periods (3rd-12th graders) and absences (K-12th graders) in PowerSchool	Information will come home with your child regarding how to create an account Login here
Sign up for Canvas	Canvas is a one-stop shop for school communication, grades, assignments, and more.	Sign up for Canvas, replacing Seesaw and Schoology beginning Fall 2024. You will receive a pairing code at open house or the first week of school.

Bus Transportation Information		School Nutrition Information

The 2024-2025 school year is around the corner and the Transportation Department in Mount Airy City Schools is working to create the most efficient bus routes.		The School Nutrition Department is ready to serve families in the upcoming school year. Find meal prices, menus, and more by clicking here.
Special notes: 1) Riding the bus for summer school or sessions does not mean your child has a spot for the school year. 2) If your address has changed, you must also visit your child's school with a proof of address and have the address changed in PowerSchool to have bus transportation updated.