Back-To-School Information 2023-2024

Check out our Back-To-School Information with all the important information you need to be ready for the start of school including: 

• School Supplies
• Open House
• Start Dates
• School Schedules
• Calendars
• Menus
• Bus Routes
• More!

Below are the links to school supply lists, meal price info, bus routes, schedules, registration for school notifications, and more to help you kick-start the 2023-24 school year at North Marion School District. 

School Supply Lists

• Middle School (Grades 6 to 8) Supply List
• Intermediate School (Grades 3 to 5) Supply List
• Primary School (Preschool to Grade 2) Supply List
• High School does not have a school supply list. Students are encouraged to bring those items that they think they will need to stay organized. When they get back to their classes, there may be more specific things that teachers will ask them to bring.

Key Dates

We'll have more updates as the year progresses, but here are two important dates:

• The most important date of all is the first day of school.  For most grade levels, the first day is Wednesday, Sept. 6 and it is an EARLY RELEASE day, but the schedule is different for Kindergarten and Preschool, so please look for more information below.
• Click here to see what is new about the 2023-2024 academic calendar.
• See the full district 2023-2024 academic calendar for details, and a downloadable printable version.

The First Day for Kindergarten and Preschool Students

Kindergarten and Preschool students' first days of school 2023-2024 are a little different than other grade levels:

• Monday, September 11 will be the first day of school for Kindergarten and Preschool students (last names beginning with A-L).  Those with last names M-Z DO NOT attend this day.
• Tuesday, September 12 will be the first day of school for Kindergarten and Preschool students (last names beginning with M-Z). Those with last names A-L DO NOT attend this day.
• Wednesday, September 13 will be the second day for all Kindergarten students, and it will be an EARLY RELEASE day at 2:45 pm.  There are no Preschool classes on Wednesdays. 

On Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday:

• For Preschool students who attend the morning session, hours are 8:40 a.m. to noon.  
• For Preschool students who attend the afternoon session, hours are 12:30 p.m to 3:30 p.m.

School Start and End Times

For an overview of the start and end times for each school, see support document below.  

Back to School Night and Volunteering 

Back To School Night:  Our Back To School Night is on Wednesday, August 30 from 5 pm to 6:30 pm.  The calendar has Thursday, August  31 listed; however, it has been updated to Wednesday night.  This is a great opportunity for you and your child to come and meet with their teacher, staff and tour the school.  This year buildings are open and you will be able to visit the teacher in their classroom.  Community partners and fun opportunities will be outside.

Volunteering:  North Marion School District believes that without volunteers many activities would not be possible.  We thank you very much for giving your time and support .  New this year, there are no COVID-related restrictions.  This means there is no proof of vaccination or exception requirements like there were last year.  To volunteer you will need an updated background check renewed within the last three (3) years.   Click HERE to access volunteering information and required background check forms.  

Meal Applications, Prices and Pre-Payment Options

The full Menu for each school is available. Go to https://nmhuskycafe.com and click on Menus for a detailed view.   For online prepayment options, click here. 

Meal Applications:  Eligibility to qualify for Free or Reduced Meals has been expanded.  Please complete a New Meal Application.  See updated Oregon expanded income guidelines to qualify.  

Bus Routes and Times

Primary and Intermediate School (K-5) Students Bus Routes AM/PM Schedules - see printable support document below.

Middle and High School Students (6-12) Bus Routes AM/PM Schedules - see printable support document below.

School Web Pages

Did you know that each school has its own web page on the North Marion website? On each website is a Parents and Students tab. Check out your school's web page for more info about the coming school year, such as bus routes, student handbooks, and daily bell schedules:

• High School: https://www.nmarion.k12.or.us/high-school
• Middle School: https://www.nmarion.k12.or.us/middle-school
• Intermediate School: https://www.nmarion.k12.or.us/intermediate-school
• Primary School: https://www.nmarion.k12.or.us/primary-school

To ask specific questions about your child's bus route, contact First Student, the bus company, at 503-462-1993.

School Updates and Emergency Notification Information for Parents and Staff

To register for school updates, parents and staff must sign up for ParentSquare. On inclement weather days or Emergency Notifications, find information through the news, such as the Oregonlive website, or sign up for instant messaging by using the FlashAlert notification system.

Questions

If you have questions about the website, newsletter, or social media, please contact the diane.laubsch@nmarion.k12.or.us or 503-678-7100.