District News

New Link to View Lunch Menus

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 11:06:00 GMT

Here is the new link to view this year's lunch menus! https://myschoolmenus.com/organizations/3324

Returning Student Annual Forms Update

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 17:12:00 GMT

We are asking parents to verify/update their student information through the PowerSchool Parent Portal. Please complete the Returning Student Annual Update forms no later than September 15,2025. These forms are located in the Parent Portal under Forms in the left navigation window, and then under the General Forms tab. The forms included in the update are:

Health Information
Student Address
Student Contacts & Custody
Permissions/Agreements
Transportation Request Form
Tribal Affiliation Data Collection - *NEW

ADDRESS CHANGES WITHIN DISTRICT

If your address has changed within Anchor Bay School District, please be sure to update the Student Address form and provide us with two (2) proofs of residency and your photo I.D. for the new address. Proofs of Residency can be uploaded through the form or they can be turned into your student’s school on or after August 13^th.

MOVED OUT OF THE DISTRICT

If you have moved out of the Anchor Bay School District and want your student to continue enrollment through Anchor Bay Schools, please update the Student Address form and provide us with two (2) proofs of residency and your photo I.D. for the new address. Proofs of Residency can be uploaded through the form or they can be turned into your student’s school on or after August 13th. You will also need to complete the 2025-2026 Out of District Schools of Choice Application which is located under Forms in the left navigation window and then under the Enrollment tab in the Parent Portal. The Schools of Choice application window ends on August 15, 2025 at 3:30 p.m.

NOTE: If you have completed the Schools of Choice Application and been approved in a previous year, you do not need to complete the form again unless your student has left the district and now wants to return.

Exciting Updates Coming for the 2025-26 School Year!

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 16:22:00 GMT

We’re thrilled to start sharing some of the exciting changes in store for the upcoming school year! Stay tuned as we highlight key updates and improvements designed to enhance learning, engagement, and our school community. Our goal is to keep our families and community informed every step of the way.

Anchor Bay School District will begin the 2025-2026 school year before Labor Day, with the first day of school on August 27, 2025. We understand this is a significant change for some families, so we encourage everyone to mark their calendars and plan summer vacations accordingly. 2025-26 Calendar (For those who plan ahead, here is the 2026-27 Calendar too!)
Preschool Information
Elementary Updates including New Screenings for Kindergarten Students
Middle School Reconfiguration
Trimester and Secondary Eligibility Policy Update
- More information on Trimesters
SC4 Enhanced Dual Enrollment at ABHS
Away for the Day Device Policy
- Additional Information on the Device Policy
Middle School South Tar Orientation Dates
Middle School Building Times

Stay Tuned for Updates!

Spring Newsletter 2025

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 14:55:00 GMT

2025 Education Excellence Award

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 12:25:00 GMT

The Anchor Bay Science Special has been recognized with a 2025 Education Excellence Award, a prestigious honor given to only 10 programs statewide by the SET SEG Foundation in partnership with the Michigan Association of School Boards. This award highlights innovative programs that make a significant impact on student learning.

Kindergarten Options at Anchor Bay for 2025-26

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 14:58:00 GMT

Traditional Full-Day Kindergarten

Children must be 5 years old by September 1st of the school year in which they plan on attending Kindergarten.
Curriculum is based on the Michigan Standards for Kindergarten.

Young Fives

Young Fives is a full day program designed for children turning 5 years old between June 1st and December 1st.
Gives children an extra year before attending Kindergarten.
The Young Fives curriculum is based on the Michigan Standards for Kindergarten modified to meet the foundational academic, social/ emotional, and developmental needs for younger children.
Schools of Choice is available for both programs.