New Family Welcome Information
Welcome to our ACS community!
We have a few videos and tasks for you that will provide valuable information to you as a new family to ACS. Please also click on each division orientation site below to learn more:
Key things to know (11 mins)
PTA welcome (2 mins)
Subscribing to school calendars (How to)
Training for Veracross parent portal (4 mins)
Using social media at ACS (8 mins)
Training for SeeSaw (Elementary only)
You will continue to hear from us throughout the year with as-needed updates from the superintendent and weekly newsletters from our principals.
Mandatory Forms to Return to Campus
ACS Return to School Form: All families must complete this form.
Travel Declaration: All families must complete the following form.
Elementary School Form for Students (to be completed by the parent/guardian)
Middle School/High School Form for Students (to be completed by MS/HS students using their ACS email credentials)
You student should have received their new ACS email (e.g., studentname@acs.sch.ae)
PCR Results: Negative PCR test results are required within 96 hours of the first day of school for all Elementary School students aged 4+ who travelled outside the UAE, all Middle School students, and all High School students. You will receive information on how to submit results from your division.
Vaccination Record Upload: All students ages 16+ must upload their vaccination records.
Virtual Orientations for 2021-2022 School Year
Please be sure to visit your divisional family orientation site below for more information and resources:
ACS Communication Protocol - If you have a school-related issue:
First, the student/parent(s) should speak to the teacher/counselor about any questions or concerns.
If the issue remains unresolved, schedule an appointment with the Principal/Assistant Principal. Most issues will be resolved at this level, unless it includes elements of wider school policy.
If you have further questions or concerns, please schedule an appointment with Superintendent, Monique Flickinger, or Assistant Superintendent, Victor Guthrie.
Important Information
General Information
Get Involved
Be sure to also visit our main website for more important information on our school and the Veracross Parent Portal for details on your child's schedule, grades, progress reports, teachers' name, and upcoming assignments.
CORE VALUES
Curiosity
Courage
Compassion
Integrity
VISION
We are a compassionate, student-centered community of learners that engages, prepares, and inspires.
MISSION
Our community empowers all students to define and shape their futures for learning, service, and global citizenship.
