It's still hot outside, but as the first day of school approaches, summer passes into the rear view mirror for metro area kids. This is your Back to School in Oklahoma City headquarters, a complete guide for Back to School that includes information on district start dates in the metro area, academic calendars, uniform requirements and dress codes, school supplies, shopping, immunizations and more.
Start Dates
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Have you circled the date on the calendar for the start of the new school year? Oklahoma City Public Schools are different than most area districts (see below), which tend to begin around the 3rd week of August. Click the link below for a full list of metro school districts and their start dates.
Continuous Learning Calendar
Don't forget that Oklahoma City Public Schools have gone to a continuous learning calendar as of the 2012-2013 school year. Often called "year-round schooling," this schedule begins earlier than the other districts and has different lay-out for the breaks. See a detailed continuous learning calendar.School Supply Lists
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So what are you going to need to buy for your little one to start school? Well, every district, every school, every grade are all different. Get an idea of what you will need, as well as links to the specific school supply lists online.
Best Places to Buy School Supplies
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School supplies can cost a lot of money, particularly if you have several children. But there are ways to save if you plan ahead. Click the link below for a breakdown on the best places in the Oklahoma City metro area to buy school supplies. It'll tell you where to find the best deals and what to expect from each place.
Dress Codes and Uniform Requirements
Several schools within the Oklahoma City Public Schools district have very strict requirements on dress code, specific items that must be worn as part of the school uniform. Find out exactly which schools require a uniform and what clothing items you'll need.Back to School Shopping
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Around the end of July in Oklahoma City, the metro-area malls will fill up with back to school shoppers. Get a breakdown of the shopping establishments around town.
