Dear nex+Gen Community,

We hope you’re enjoying a restful and fun-filled summer! As we soak up the last weeks of break, it’s also a great time to start planning for a successful return to school. The new school year is just around the corner, and there are a few important steps to take to ensure your student is ready. Please take a few moments to carefully read the information below—it includes key updates, registration details, and resources to help you prepare for the year ahead. We’re looking forward to welcoming everyone back soon! 

Important Dates

• Counselor Returns from Summer Break: Monday, July 28th

• New Student Jump Start: Wednesday, August 6th, 9:00–11:00 AM (Pizza will be served!)

• Parent Involvement Meeting: Wednesday, August 6th, 10:00 AM, Room 102

• First Day of School: Thursday, August 7th

• Chromebook Distribution: Wednesday, August 13th

• School Picture Day: Monday, August 25th (Kenneth Brown Photography)

• Course Drop Deadline: Friday, August 22nd

• Graduation Day: Thursday, May 21st at noon at the Berna Facio Professional Development Center

Registration & Schedules

Complete Your Registration on ParentVue
All students must complete APS electronic registration to access schedules on ParentVue. Without a completed registration, student schedules will not be visible.

🔗 APS Registration Instructions
📧 Questions? Contact Nicole Granone at nicole.granone@aps.edu or 878-6400. Ms. Granone will return from summer break on July 16th. 

Schedule Release Date
Schedules will be available on ParentVue/StudentVue starting July 28th. Log in to your account and select “Schedules” from the menu on the left

Silent Bell Schedule 25/26

Technology

Summer Chromebook Returns
If you borrowed a Chromebook over the summer, please return it, along with the charger, to Ms. Granone on the first day of school, August 7th.

School-Issued Chromebooks
All students will be issued a school Chromebook on August 13th.
🔒 Personal devices and hotspots may NOT be connected to the school Wi-Fi under any circumstances.

Supplies

Nex+Gen does not publish a standard supply list. Most assignments are completed digitally. However, students may find it helpful to bring:

• A backpack for carrying laptops

• Pens, pencils, paper, and notebooks
  All supplies are optional suggestions.

Parking & Arrival Info

Student Parking
Parking is located in the north lot, accessible by turning east off San Mateo just north of San Mateo Lane.
🎟️ Parking permits are $10; painting your spot costs an additional $10.
🔗 Purchase Parking Permit
🗺️ A map of the student parking lot and drop-off loop is included below.

Access Gate
Our shared access gate with Del Norte High School is open from 7:15 AM to 8:45 AM daily. After 8:45 AM, visitors should use the student parking lot.

New Courses for 2025–2026

Cybersecurity (Michael Steele)
Gain real-world skills in network defense, cybercrime investigation, and digital safety. No experience required!

Reel History (Ximena  Soto)
Explore cinema’s evolution from silent film to modern digital storytelling. Includes screenings, discussions, and cultural analysis.

Roots and Shoots (Ryan  Schlee)
An interdisciplinary gardening and community-building course that blends science, social studies, and collaboration.

📧 Interested in enrolling? Email Mr. Lynch at lynch_d@aps.edu

Options Before and After School

“0” Hour Class

• Engineering Design: Mon/Tue/Thu/Fri from 7:35–8:30 AM
  (No “0” hour classes on Wednesdays)

8th Period Class

• Defensive Driving: Mondays and Wednesdays, 3:30–5:00 PM

📧 To sign up, contact Mr. Lynch at lynch_d@aps.edu

Picture Days

• New Student ID Pictures: Wednesday, August 6th, during Jump Start

• All-School Picture Day: Monday, August 25th (Kenneth Brown Photography)

Get Involved

Parent Involvement Meeting
📅 Tuesday, August 6th at 10:00 AM in Room 102
Join us to learn how you can support Nex+Gen through events, classroom projects, and more. Your time—big or small—makes a big difference.

Stay Connected

New Nex+Gen Public Calendar
As part of our transition to the APS domain, we’ve launched a new public calendar to keep you informed.
🔗 Nex+Gen Public Calendar

Staff Contact List
Looking to reach a staff member?
📄 2025–2026 Contact List

Enrollment Opportunities

Help Us Find the Nex+Gen Class of 2029
We still have space available! If you know a student interested in attending Nex+Gen, send them to our Admissions Page.

We're Hiring!

ESL Teacher Vacancy
Nex+Gen is seeking a part-time English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher.
Interested applicants should apply at: www.aps.edu/jobs