The first day of school is just around the corner, and we are getting ready to welcome our Pintos back for another great school year! As families prepare for the 2026–2027 school year, we want to make sure you have the information you need to start the year prepared and confident.
From online registration and school schedules to transportation, communication tools, and important dates, here are a few things every California R-1 family should know before August 24!
📲 Stay Connected with the California R-1 App
The California R-1 app is our district’s primary communication tool for classroom updates, school activities, announcements, and important district information.
Parents and guardians can log in using the email address or phone number connected to their Infinite Campus Parent Portal account. Students should use the Google sign-in option with their school email.
Be sure to download the app and turn on push notifications so you don't miss important updates throughout the school year.
Text alerts will be reserved for urgent information such as school closures, severe weather, and emergencies. For everyday communication and classroom updates, families should use the app.
You can also stay connected through our district and school social media accounts.
💻 Don't Forget Your Online Registration!
One of the biggest changes for the 2026–2027 school year is Annual Online Registration through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal.
Families will no longer need to complete the traditional paper registration packet. Instead, returning families should log in to Infinite Campus and review:
Household information
Parent/guardian information
Emergency contacts
Student information
Phone numbers and addresses
Health information
After reviewing and updating your information, digitally sign and click Submit.
Important reminder for returning students:
If your child attended summer school, they are considered a returning student. You should complete the Annual Online Registration through the Parent Portal rather than starting a new student registration.
Please complete your online registration before attending your building's Registration/Open House event whenever possible.
Families who need assistance accessing the Parent Portal can email Parent.Portal@CaliforniaK12.org.
Need a computer or internet connection? No problem! Families will be able to complete the online portion during Registration/Open House. Completing it ahead of time, however, will give our staff more time to help with any questions or issues.
🏫 Registration & Open House Information
California Elementary School
Open House: Wednesday, August 19 | 5:00–7:00 p.m.
Open House is optional and gives students and families an opportunity to meet teachers, visit classrooms, and get comfortable before the first day of school.
📸 Fall Pictures will also be taken during Open House.
Elementary School Supply Program: For $20 per student, families can receive essential classroom supplies for the school year. Families would only need to purchase a backpack and water bottle.
California Middle School
Middle School registration is required for all students and families.
August 11: 5th & 8th Grade | 12:00–6:00 p.m.
August 12:
6th & 7th Grade | 12:00–6:00 p.m.
August 13:
Makeup Registration | 8:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
During registration, families will complete necessary activities, receive student schedules and locker assignments, receive Chromebooks, and have an opportunity to tour the building.
A $25 Chromebook user fee and Chromebook paperwork are required for incoming 5th graders and new students.
Middle School Open House: Wednesday, August 19 | 5:00–7:00 p.m.
Open House is optional. Please note that schedules and locker assignments will not be available during Open House.
California High School
High School Registration will take place:
Monday, August 17 | 3:30–7:30 p.m.
Last names A–K
Tuesday, August 18 | 3:30–7:30 p.m.
Last names L–Z
High school students do not need to purchase specialized supplies before school begins. Students should bring a notebook and pen or pencil during the first few days. Teachers will communicate any additional course-specific supplies during the first week.
Student EOC and MAP assessment score reports will also be available for parents to pick up during Registration/Open House.
⏰ Know Your School's Schedule
Elementary
Building Opens: 7:00 a.m.
Breakfast:
7:00–7:45 a.m.
School Starts:
7:50 a.m.
Dismissal:
2:55 p.m.
Middle School
Building Opens: 7:00 a.m.
Breakfast:
7:15 a.m.
School Starts:
5th & 7th Grade — 7:50 a.m.
6th & 8th Grade — 7:53 a.m.
Dismissal:
5th & 7th Grade — 3:00 p.m.
6th & 8th Grade — 3:03 p.m.
High School
Building Opens: 6:30 a.m.
First Bell:
7:45 a.m.
Dismissal/Last Bell:
2:51 p.m.
🚌 Transportation Reminders
Transportation information varies by building and student.
For transportation questions, families can contact the Bus Barn at 573-464-4383.
Middle school students who live more than one mile from their assigned school are eligible for bus transportation. Students who are eligible but need to ride a different bus should have a parent or guardian contact the Transportation Department in advance.
Elementary families should review their child's dismissal plan before the first day and make sure the school has the correct information for bus, daycare, car rider, or walker transportation.
Elementary dismissal changes cannot be accommodated after 2:00 p.m.
🐴 One More Thing Before August 24...
Before the first bell rings, make sure you've completed your online registration, downloaded the California R-1 app, reviewed your student's transportation plan, and marked those important dates on your calendar.
We know back-to-school preparation comes with a lot of questions, and our staff is here to help! Take a few minutes to review the complete 2026–2027 Back-to-School Guide on the district website for building-specific information, schedules, transportation details, supply information, registration instructions, and more.
We can't wait to welcome our Pintos back on August 24!
Let's make it a great year, Pinto Nation!