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Back to School

Check Back Often for 2024-24 Back To School Information Updates! 
 
The beginning of a new school year is an exciting time. It can also be a stressful time. We've compiled a list of resources and information to help you prepare. More information will be added as we approach the first  day of school, so check back for updates. You can also email [email protected] with questions.  
 

Online Registration & Check In Activities

Please follow the steps below to complete your student’s required online registration / check in. Use the arrows to expand the text. Note: only a legal parent/guardian in the primary household can complete the online check-in process. 
 
Secondary class schedules and Elementary teacher assignments will be posted in Infinite Campus. 
 
 
Activity:  Complete the Adams 12 Online Check In
 
Key Dates: July 10-August 7 (subject to change per Adams 12)
 
Overview:  Stargate utilizes the same Adams 12 Five Star Schools' district check-in process used by all families with students enrolled in any district school. Online check-in allows families to verify and update primary household and demographic information for their students. Families can also update or add emergency contacts and update health information for all students in the primary household.
 
Getting Started:  As your first step, log in to your Infinite Campus parent portal account. If you do not have an Infinite Campus account, you will need to create one. 
 
Updates Required to ensure accurate information for your family:   
 
  1. Parent/Guardian phone numbers-these should be reviewed/corrected to ensure they are current.
  2. Parent/Guardian email addresses- ALL school communications are sent through THESE email addresses. In addition, to vote in Stargate elections, a unique valid email is required for EACH parent/guardian.  These should  be reviewed/corrected to ensure that they are current.
  3. Parent/Guardian physical address(es) - all address changes require completion of the Adams 12 Household Change form along with one proof of residency showing your new address. Examples: current utility bill, mortgage statements, lease agreement, declaration of residence.  More Information can be found on the Adams 12 website.
  4. Emergency Contacts - emergency contacts are people who will be contacted in case of an emergency if the parents/guardians cannot be reached.  The Emergency Contacts are not authorized to pick up students from school during the school day.  
  5. Student Pick up Authorization-if someone other than the parent/guardian will be authorized to pick up your student during the school day, a Student Pick up Authorization Form must be filled out and turned in during Registration. This form must be completed/renewed every school year. Once the form is submitted to the school, it is the parent/guardian’s responsibility to submit a new form if there are any changes. The Student Pick up Authorization form can also be found on the Infinite Campus page. 
Activity:  Pay Student Fees
 
Key Dates:  
 
  • Date coming soon - regular school fees will be available for review / payment  (excluding course fees)
  • Date coming soon- payment due. All  fees except for courses, overnight field trips and AP Exam fees (see #3 below) must be paid prior to the first day of school.
 
Action Required: 
 
  1. Log in to your payforit.net account and pay your 2024-2025 fees, as well as any outstanding fees from prior years. If you do not have a payforit.net account, you will need to create a new account and then add your child to the account before you can pay your student fees and complete your online check in / registration.  You will need your child’s student ID number to add them to your new account. To find the ID,  log into Infinite Campus, click "today" in the left hand navigation and bring up a profile screen with your child's ID.
  2. Check notifications preferences. Please be sure to opt to have payforit email you when new fees are assigned to your account.  If you are having difficulties setting up your account or updating notifications preferences, please contact payforit directly at 800-572-6642.
  3. Fees to Expect Later.  Fees for overnight field trips will be assigned once the dates have been confirmed. AP Exam fees are due by October, 2024. Course fees will be assigned after the add/drop deadline later in August, 2024.  Other fees, including extracurricular fees for winter and spring sports, will be applied when your student registers. 
  4. Review the Community Handbook and Policies regarding fees (pgs. 7 & 15). It is important for fees to be paid in a timely manner in order for your student(s) to participate in any extracurricular activities, including athletics. All fees for graduating seniors must be paid in order for them to participate in commencement exercises or ceremonies.

Campus Activities

It is not necessary to come to Stargate in person for the yearly Check-In/Registration unless you need to:
  • turn in updated immunizations/physical forms
  • seek assistance setting up accounts
 
All other registration / fee payment activities should be completed online through Infinite Campus and payforit.net. If you have questions, please email [email protected].
 
Medicine Drop-Off 
Please drop off any medication August 12-16, 7:30am-3:00pm in the Secondary front office. 
Activity:  Elementary Kick-Off Night  (Grades K-5) 
 
Date / Time: Aug. 12 from 5:00pm-6:00pm 
 
Detail:  Come meet your child's homeroom teacher, see their classroom, drop off school supplies and enjoy popsicles outside. Students are welcome.
 
Activity:  Secondary Curriculum Night  (Grades 6-12)
 
Date / Time: Sept 3 from 5:00pm-6:30pm
 
Detail:  Parents/guardians are invited to travel their students' daily schedule, spending a few minutes in each class to get to know each teacher. Your students' class schedules will be posted in Infinite Campus prior to the event. Please bring a copy (either paper or on a mobile device).  This is NOT an open house. Parents should be in their students' first period class when the event starts at 5:00pm. After a brief introduction from that teacher, an announcement will signal when it's time to move to the next class.  Students are welcome.
 
Activity:  Elementary Back To School Night (Grades K-5)
 
Date / Time: Sept 10 from 6:00pm-7:00pm
 
Detail: Come meet your child's teachers.  
August 12 - Flight School orientation 
  • 6th grade ALL students, 8-10 
  • 7th & 8th NEW to Stargate, 8-10
  • 5th Grade NEW to Stargate only, 9:00-11:00
  • 9th grade ALL students, 12-3
  • 10th-12th NEW to Stargate only, 12-3
 
August 13 - First Day of School
  • Kindergarten - Dismissal at 11:30
  • Grades 1-5 - Dismissal at 11:45 
  • Kindergarten to be dismissed at 11:30, Aug 13-16
  • Grades 6-11, full day, regular start/dismissal times, see calendars page for information
  • Grade 12 - Senior Sunrise, 6:00am.  Dismissal at 9:00am
 
Activity:  Eagle Fest 2024- a day filled with family-friendly fun for ALL ages! 
 
Date / Time:  Saturday, August 24, 12-4 at Stargate  
 
Detail:  Outdoor yard games, a carnival midway; dunk tank; volleyball; tug of war; face art; music and much more! This will be a fun day filled with family-friendly games and activities.  ALL ages are invited. There will be food and drinks available for purchase:  Food vendors and the Stargate Student Council concession.       
 
Volunteer for the day of this fun event!  Sign up coming soon .  

Class Schedules & Teacher Assignments

Secondary class schedules and Elementary teacher assignments will be posted in Infinite Campus the week of August 5. 
Having Trouble Finding Your Student Schedule or Teacher Assignment?
 
Check out the Getting to Reports in Infinite Campus help guide or follow the steps below.
 
  1. Log in to Infinite Campus 
  2. Go to the Menu (three lines) at the top left corner 
  3. Click on More 
  4. Under Quick Links, click on Adams 12 Tools 
  5. Click on Adams 12 Student schedules - parents should be able to toggle between students.  
Access more Infinite Campus tips.
Activity:  Request a Schedule Change 
 
Key Dates:  
  • August 5 - schedules released via Infinite Campus to families who had completed the online check-in process
  • August TBD- deadline to submit schedule change requests 
Criteria for Requesting a Change:  Counselors work hard to give students the classes they request. Schedule changes will only be considered if: 
  • Course level is incorrect
  • Medical concern
  • Wrong placement
  • Off hour needed (high school only)
Submitting a Change Request:  If - based on the criteria outlined - you believe there is an error in your schedule or would like to request a change,  your student should:
  1. Sign in to their Stargate email account (make sure they're logged out of other accounts)
  2. Open the MS or HS schedule change request form (this can only be done with a Stargate email)
  3. Complete the form
  4. Submit their request for change 
Additional Guidance: All schedule requests must be communicated through the schedule change form. This is true for all students even if they have contacted their school counselor directly. Requesting a schedule change does not guarantee a change can be made. Students must continue to attend the classes on their current schedule until notified of any changes. Students and one of their parents/guardians will receive an email sharing the outcome of their request.

Helpful Information and Links

School Supplies

Ready to start shopping? Elementary (grades K-5) supplies lists are posted here. In addition, Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) guidelines are available for 5th graders, as well as for Secondary students. Secondary students' supply lists will vary based on their class schedule and some are available here. Typically, teachers for grades 6-12 will let students know during the first week of classes if they have any special requirements beyond those noted in the BYOD guidelines. 
 
 
 
 

Lockers, Athletics & Extracurriculars

Secondary students (grades 6-12) may choose to request a locker, see link for fee information and availability. They may also choose to participate in a sport. Information about sports registration, fees, required physicals, etc. is available via our Athletics page, link provided. Information about clubs and other extra-curricular activities is typically available after school starts. 
 

School Photos, Senior Resources & HS Planning Checklists

School ID photos / yearbook photos for Secondary students are typically taken on/near the first day of school. A link will be posted to order photos, typically in early August. For Stargate seniors, we've compiled a special list of resources and, for our other HS students, year-by-year planning checklists.  School IDs are leveraged for building access in Secondary.  
 
 
Secondary Pictures

Transportation, Parking & Navigating the Loop

Updated information on parking and the traffic loops (including the new Elementary loop) will be updated before school starts in August.  
 
Stargate does not provide transportation to or from the school. We strongly recommend carpooling with other families. Traffic and parking information is available via the links provided. To assist you in carpool planning, we participate in: 
 
Way to Go School Pool - a regional partnership between the Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) and a group of Transportation Management Associations (TMAs).  To access our Stargate-only pool, you'll need a secure link set up JUST for Stargate families, please email [email protected] and a staff member will provide it. Check out this tutorial to learn more and help you get started!
 

Parent Resources

You'll find links to the resources our parents & students need most frequently - from lunch ordering to how to report an absence - on our Parent Resources page. A few of the links from that page are also provided here.