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Chalk drawings of school-related items, including a schoolhouse, bus, books, and a laptop, are on a blackboard background with the words %22BACK TO SCHOOL%22 and a school logo.
🎒 School Begins In
17
Days
Thursday, August 20, 2026

Back-to-School Checklist

Start Here

Complete these five steps before the first day of school on Thursday, August 20.

What's New for 2026-27?

Big Walnut has a pair of new, vital apps and services available to families this year.  Be sure to check them out and download them.

ParentSquare

Big Walnut Local Schools is now using ParentSquare as our primary school-to-home communication platform.

Families can receive district announcements, classroom messages, attendance notifications, emergency alerts and more, all from one place.

BusRight

Transportation-eligible families can now use BusRight to:

  • Track their student's bus in real time
  • Receive arrival notifications
  • View bus route information
  • Stay informed of transportation updates

Family Communication & Technology Guide

We use a number of communication apps here at Big Walnut.  ParentSquare, PowerSchool, and Schoology each serve a different purpose. Visit our Family Communication & Technology Guide to learn what each platform is used for, where to log in, and how to make the most of each one.

Parent & Guardian Links

School Contact Information

Student Health and Safety

In-Class Party Planning
At our elementary schools, we are fortunate to hold in-class parties/celebrations in October and February.

Birthday Treat & Invite Rules
Our elementary schools will not be having birthday treats in the form of food items in grades PK-3

When to Stay Home
Use this chart when your child is sick to determine if he or she should come into school.

Back-to-School Wellness Reminders
A helpful note from our school nurses when getting ready to head back to school!

Safer Ohio School Tip Line
This tip line allows students and adults to anonymously share information with school officials and law enforcement about threats to student safety — whether that involves a threatened mass incident or harm to a single student.

SchoolCare
Student Health Information

Mental Health/Behavioral Services
Learn about the mental health and behavioral support services, referral processes, and community resources available to support student success.