Stay organized with official school year calendars, early release dates, and bell schedules for all grade levels. View or download your school’s specific calendar and daily start/end times.

• Instructional Calendar
• Student Calendar
• School Bell Times 
• Discovery Night Schedule - Coming Soon
  
  

Need updated immunizations or health screenings? Access a list of free back-to-school clinics throughout Pinellas County. Immunizations are required for new students and those entering certain grades—make sure you're up-to-date before the first day.

See the State of Florida school entry Immunization Requirements. 

The Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County (DOH-Pinellas) is again offering its annual summer Back to School clinic services to students, kindergarten through grade 12, to prepare for the 2025-26 school year. Please note that children going into Pre-K are not eligible. Learn more. 

DOH-Pinellas Health Clinic Flyers:
English
Spanish

More Back to School Clinics and events

• Back to School Summer Events 2025 (pdf)
• Eventos de regreso a clases de verano 2025 (pdf)

Easily complete and submit all required back-to-school forms online. This includes emergency contacts, student code of conduct acknowledgments, and more.

Parents can fill out all their back-to-school forms in one place - online. Use your parent ID and password to log into Focus at focus.pcsb.org and complete your Back-to-School Forms packet. Forms can also be accessed at www.pcsb.org/backtoschoolforms.  

See the Focus Forms Tip Sheet  (pdf)  

You can sign up for a self-service program where you can reset your password yourself. Learn more at www.pcsb.org/passwords.  

Still have questions? Watch our Focus Forms Intro Video.

Focus Updates

Focus has recently been updated to provide more options. Parents can create Parent Portal accounts, reset passwords and link their children to their accounts electronically. Learn more about Focus updates at www.pcsb.org/focusinfo.

Pinellas County Schools provides nutritious breakfast and lunch options to support student learning. Learn about free and reduced meal eligibility, menus, and how to apply for meal benefits.

• Breakfast is free for all students and lunch is free at many of our schools. You can see a list of those schools, also known as Community Eligibility Program Schools, at www.pcsb.org/cep.
• To learn more about PCS meals, see www.pcsb.org/food.
• There are benefits to applying for free and reduced-price meals, even if your school provides free meals. Families who qualify for free or reduced-price meals may be eligible for free full-day VPK.
• Students in all district schools are still able to apply for free and reduced lunch meal benefits online. The online application for free meal benefits is available at www.myschoolapps.com.

Check your student’s bus stop, pick-up/drop-off times, and route number. Transportation information is updated regularly for accuracy and safety.

Transportation information for the 2025-2026 school year will be sent out to
families by email or text in early August.

• If your child rides the bus to school, you will also receive a text and email notification from the district's Transportation Department with your child's bus stop, route number, and pick-up and drop-off times.
• If you have questions about bus transportation, please contact the Transportation Call Center: 727-587-2020.
• More information about PCS Transportation can be found at pcsb.org/transportation.
• You can view your student’s information for the school year at focus.pcsb.org.

Students and families can change or reset their PCS Portal passwords quickly and securely using our self-service tools by visiting pcsb.org/passwords.

Review the updated Pinellas County Schools dress code policy for the 2025-2026 school year. Make sure your student is prepared and dressed for success.

The dress and grooming of Pinellas County Public Schools’ students shall contribute to the health and safety of the individual, promote a positive educational environment, and not disrupt the educational activities and processes of the school. These standards of dress and grooming apply to all students in the public schools of Pinellas County, unless a specific exemption is granted by the principal.

View the District Dress Code Policy

If the school has a mandatory school uniform policy, the student must adhere to those requirements. 

PCS values strong partnerships between schools and families. Explore workshops, volunteer opportunities, and resources to stay involved all year long.

• Volunteer opportunities: Pinellas County Schools is always looking for volunteers and mentors. Learn more at www.pcsb.org/volunteers or www.pcsb.org/mentors or call 727-588-6405.
• Support your child’s academic success: Pinellas County Schools Parent Academy POWER HOUR workshops help parents support students academically, socially and emotionally. Learn more and check out free workshops at www.pcsb.org/parentacademy. If you have questions, call 727-588-6000 ext. 1846.
• Electronic flyers: Pinellas County Schools uses an electronic flyer delivery tool called “Peachjar” that delivers flyers directly to parents’ email inboxes. Learn more at pcsb.org/peachjar.

New to Pinellas County Schools? Start the online registration process today and get step-by-step guidance on required documents, school zoning, and enrollment timelines.

If you are new to Pinellas County or if your child is transitioning into our school district, you must reserve a seat at a zoned school for the 2025-2026 school year. Visit the New Student Registration page to learn about the registration process and required documents. The Student Assignment office is open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 pm. Monday through Friday. 

The Student Assignment office is in the district's Administration Building, 301 Fourth St. SW, Largo. Contact the office at StudentAssignment@pcsb.org or 727-588-6210.

Discover the Pinellas County Schools cell phone policy and explore tools like Clever, Canvas, and Microsoft Teams that help students succeed in and out of the classroom. Explore our Power-Up Learning resources and digital responsibility tips.

Learn more at pcsb.org/PowerUp

Find out about staff members, such as school counselors, social workers, school psychologists, prevention specialists and nurses: Watch this social services video.

Find grade-specific school supply lists to help you shop smart and be prepared on the first day. Many schools also offer downloadable lists on their websites.

View the recommended supply lists, by grade level.

Learn about optional, low-cost student accident insurance plans available to PCS families to help cover unexpected medical expenses.

The Pinellas County School Board, like most Florida school boards, requires students participating in certain school activities to purchase student accident insurance. Get more information on Student Accident Insurance and enrollment information on mandatory and voluntary student accident insurance. Have additional questions? Contact your school.

Make sure your phone number and email address are current in the Focus Parent Portal. This ensures you receive important school updates, emergency notifications, and messages from your child’s school.

 Up-to-date your contact info

Pinellas County Schools offers a wide range of services including mental health support, tutoring, after-school care, and more to help every student thrive.

• Student Services
• Student Support Services
• Educational Alternative Services
• Teaching and Learning Services
• Athletics and Extracurricular Activities