Digital Handbook (Preview)
Take a look at our upcoming digital school handbook. This page presents our handbook in a streamlined, easy to access format. We'll be adding more features soon like the ability to download the most recent version as a dated PDF file. Explore our digital school handbook.
Our School's Handbook
Our school handbook details information like attendance, arrival and departure times, behavior expectations, dress code, as well as district policies related to student and parent rights. Handbook details.
Our School's Fees
District-wide fees for transportation, meals, and summer school are consistent across Academy District 20 schools. Student fees for clubs, activities, athletics, and field trips are mandatory for participation but may be reduced or waived for eligible students. Student fee details.
Attendance
Daily attendance and punctuality are crucial for student success. Notify the school by phone or email if your child will be absent. You'll need to sign in at the front office if arriving after 8:45 a.m. Contact your teachers 24 hours in advance for homework during extended absences. Read more about attendance.
Arrival and Dismissal
Review arrival and dismissal procedures before your child’s first day or whenever plans change. Find guidance for Kiss ’n Go, walking, biking, buses, weather-related changes and early checkout so students can arrive and leave school safely. Read more about arrival and dismissal procedures.
Delays and Closures
Learn how we communicate weather-related delays, closures and dismissal changes, and what to expect for transportation and activities. Review the guidance, monitor ParentSquare and local media during severe weather, and keep your child’s transportation plan current in Infinite Campus. Find out more about how we handle delays and closures.
Withdrawing from School
If your family is preparing to withdraw your student from our district, use our online Withdrawal form to start the process. Learn how to withdraw your student.
Visiting Our School
Planning a visit? Find check-in steps, classroom visit and lunch guidelines, tour scheduling, delivery information, pet rules and volunteer requirements. Please arrange classroom visits at least 24 hours ahead. Call us to schedule a school tour. Get the details on visiting our school.
Family Communication
Find the communication tools, records updates and school procedures your family may need throughout the year. Check ParentSquare regularly, keep Infinite Campus contact and emergency information current, and contact the school office when you need help with changes, moving or reaching your student. Find out more about how we communicate.
Meals and Celebrations
Learn about no-cost school meals, breakfast arrival, lunch routines and food guidelines for celebrations at Antelope Trails. Check today’s menu and Student Fees for meal details and payment resources, and review the nut-free requirements before sending food to school. More about meals and celebrations.
Attire
Please review these attire and clothing standards with your student so they can dress comfortably, safely and ready to learn. Check the weather each day and send appropriate outerwear for outdoor recess; see Specials for PE footwear requirements. Read more about our dress code.
Student Devices and Technology
Learn when personal devices may be used at school, how technology supports learning, and what items should stay at home. Please review these expectations with your student before the school day. Get the details on student devices.
Student Behavior and Expectations
Learn how Antelope Trails supports positive behavior, sets clear expectations and responds to concerns while protecting student safety and dignity. Families can review the IB Learner Profile, suspension and re-entry information, Title IX resources, and tips for keeping personal items labeled. Find out more about student behavior and expectations.