Welcome to the 2021-22 school year! The Olathe Public Schools staff is thrilled to welcome students back in August. The first half day of school for students in grades K-6 and 9 is Aug. 12 and the first full day for all K-12 students is Aug. 13.

Between now and the first day, parents and students may have questions as they prepare for the school year. Here's a list of resources to help ease into the new school year.

• Read more about COVID mitigation efforts
• Be sure to register your children on ParentVUE starting July 7
• Fill out the Kansas State Department of Education Household Economic Survey to continue to receive free or reduced school registration fees, transportation fees and other fees and school costs.
• Pay student fees
• Download the Olathe Public Schools mobile app in the Apple App Store or Google Play store
• Check out the elementary school supply list (Some schools have their own lists. Check your school website for more information.)
• 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 the before- and after-school care program offered by Johnson County Parks and Recreation