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All families—new and returning—must complete required health forms by August 1. Some forms require a physician’s signature, so we recommend starting early. Log in to the Parent Portal to access the Magnus Health Portal.
Back-to-School Hub
Welcome to the 2026–27 Back-to-School Hub — and a special welcome to our new families!
Here, you’ll find everything needed to prepare for the new school year. From health forms and volunteer sign-ups to division-specific information like summer reading and dress codes, we’ve gathered the key details and resources to help you feel organized, informed, and ready for a great start.
Back-to-School Essentials
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Workout schedules, preseason start dates, and other details for Middle and Upper School sports.
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Be part of what makes our community special. Whether you have an hour to spare or more time to give, there are plenty of ways to volunteer and get involved. Sign up today!
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Check out next year's important dates and plan ahead.
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From awesome spirit apparel to Middle School PE uniforms, the BucsShop offers everything you need to rock that Bucs pride. Visit us online or swing by the BucsShop in-person and get your gear on!
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Built just for Country Day, our new AI-powered helper makes it easy to find what you need—anytime, from any device. Hint: look to the bottom right of your screen to start chatting!
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Download the BucsNet app for easy access to calendars, announcements, directories, athletic schedules, and the Parent Portal.
Important Start of School Dates
July 29
Upper School Football Practice Begins
August 3
Upper School Fall Sports Practices Begin (except Girls' Tennis begins on 8/10)
August 10
Middle School Fall Sports Practices Begin
August 12
All faculty and staff report
August 13
Lower School Family Sharing (JK/K), 12–3 pm
August 17
Lower School (grades 1–4), Meet and Greet, 10 am
Lower School Family Sharing (JK/K), 12:30–3:30 pm
Middle School Bissell Beginnings (all 5th-grade students and parents), 8:30 am
Middle School Bissell Beginnings (6th–8th grade new students and parents grades), 1:30 pm
August 18
Lower School Meet and Greet (JK/K), 8–9 am
Upper School 9th Grade and New Student Orientation, 8:30 am
August 19
First Day of School and
Extended Day Begins
August 26
POCIS Back-to-School Family Cookout (all invited), 6:30 pm
August 28
International Parents' Annual Welcome Reception (all are welcome), 8:15 am