Welcome Back 2025-2026 Resources

Welcome to the 2025-2026 School Year!

Welcome Back, Shawnee Mission! A new school year is here, and our teachers and staff are all in  and ready to welcome every student as they step through our doors. 

This year, we show how strong we are as One Shawnee Mission as we work together...BECAUSE KIDS!

Below is a list of resources for families, with helpful information as students and families get ready for a successful start to the year. 

Important Dates: District Calendar
Monday, Aug. 11 – Classes begin and early dismissal for students in grades 1-6
Monday, Aug. 11 – Classes begin for grades 7 and 9
Tuesday, Aug. 12 – Classes begin for grades 8 and 10-12 
Wednesday, Aug. 13 – First day for Pre-K and Kindergarten

 

• Enrollment in Shawnee Mission School District 

• Complete the Online Verification Forms in your Skyward Family Access (all SMSD families)

• Complete an application for free or reduced cost meals

• Complete the 'Consent for Disclosure' in Online Verification Forms in your Skyward Family Access to possibly waive/reduce district fees.

• Pay student fees

• View the school supply list on your school’s website

• Find lunch menus

• Seek technology help

• Learn about transportation services

• Read about athletic passes for students, parents and senior adults

• View the School Year Calendar

• Use the school locator feature (this is helpful for families new to the district.)

• Get information on before-and after-school care programs offered by Johnson County Parks and Recreation and YMCA

• Sign Up For Text Alerts

• Student Handbooks 2025-2026