Welcome Back Page School Year 2026-2027
🎉 Welcome to the 2026–2027 CACS Family Welcome Packet!
We’re thrilled to welcome you and your student(s) to a new school year filled with creativity, community, and growth. This page includes everything you need to get started and stay informed. Please follow the steps below to make sure you're all set for the first day of school.
🕒 We recommend setting aside 15–30 minutes to complete and read through all the materials below.
👋 New or returning to CACS? Start Here!
Did you miss New Family Orientation—or want to revisit something we shared?
We’ve got you covered! You can watch the orientation and review the slides anytime.
🎥 Watch the New Family Orientation Recording Passcode: a$VeBE#7
📑 View the New Family Orientation Slides
These resources provide an overview of CACS, what families can expect, and helpful information for getting started this school year. This is helpful for new and returning families.
✅ Step 1: Read the CACS Welcome Letter
Get an overview of what to expect this year and how our community comes together.
📆 Step 2: Subscribe to the CACS School Calendar
Never miss an event!
- Click here to subscribe to the 2026–2027 Calendar
- You can also download a printable version in the “Important Docs” section below.
💌 Step 3: Print and Return These Two Required Forms & One Survey
Please print, fill out, and return these to your child’s teacher during the first week of school:
- Walking Field Trip Permission Slip
- Household Income Data Collection Form (English)
- Household Income Date Collection Form (Spanish)
- Household Income Data Collection Form (Vietnamese)
- CACS Family Connections & Skills Survey
📂 Step 4: Review Important Documents
These resources help you understand our policies, expectations, and support systems:
🌇 Step 5: Learn About After School
- Afterschool Info Sheet (English)
- Afterschool Info Sheet (Spanish)
- Afterschool Info Sheet (Vietnamese)
🤝 Step 6: Get Involved and Volunteer
Find ways to support your child’s classroom and the broader CACS community:
- 🙋 Volunteer Opportunities At-A-Glance
- 💌 Family Association Welcome Letter
- 🧾 Everyday Fundraising Sheet
- 🤝 CACS Family Volunteer Skills Inventory 26.27
🎨 Step 7: Save the Dates for These Family Events
Mark your calendar for these community-building moments:
🧭 Step 8: Know Who to Ask
Not sure who to reach out to? Use this helpful guide to connect with the right team member:
🎁 CACS "All Set!" Family Raffle
Complete all required back-to-school forms by August 24 for a chance to win CACS swag and other fun prizes!
How to Enter:
- Complete all required forms.
- Click the "I'm All Set!" button below.
- Submit your raffle entry by August 24.
🎉 One entry per family. Winners will be announced after the deadline.