Yearly QuickStart

All students (grades 9-12) must complete QuickStart each year, including freshmen or transfer students who previously submitted information earlier in the year. Completing the registration enables the school to have accurate records needed throughout the year to support students. The QuickStart form should only be completed by parents of current students or those who have been accepted to Jones.

 

	Step 1: Gather Information Take a moment to collect the following information: Student's CPS email login -or- a GMAIL account (Note: QuickStart will only work with a CPS Student Login OR Gmail.) Two current (within the last 2 months) proofs of address (digital format). See a full list of acceptable proofs. Student's ID#   Need ID#? SID Lookup
	Step 2: QuickStart Forms (ONLINE) Student's CPS email login -or- a GMAIL account (Note: QuickStart will only work with CPS Student Login OR Gmail.) Two current proofs of address must be uploaded. A form must be completed for each student enrolled at Jones. Included within the QuickStart forms:  Student information Parent/Guardian Contact Information Family Income Information Form (FIIF) - Manually complete the forms that are emailed to you. Print them and bring them to the in-person QuickStart. Juniors and Seniors - Open Campus form Seniors only - Graduation information for seniors (cap and gown size and ceremony phonetic spelling).   Instructions Online - Complete and submit the online QuickStart Form Email - Families will receive a PDF attachment (available in English and Spanish) of each form sent to the email you list on the form. Hardcopy Documents - Print, sign, and date each form based on your grade. Follow the Packet Cover Sheet & Instructions for each grade No printer? The school can print the forms out for you upon request Review the forms carefully, especially the FIIF section, if applying for the waiver Submit - Bring the printed and signed forms to the school. Option 1: QuickStart August 6-7 Option 2: Main Office August 11-15 or August 18-22        QuickStart Form   Please note that any forms emailed to Jones staff members will not be accepted, as they may not be processed correctly. (Forms are not considered complete until they are submitted after signing them.)
	Step 3: Schedule & Student Fees Review Schedule (Student Portal) Schedule Issues? The week of August 4, counselors will email all students instructions on how to request a schedule changes. Pay Fees (Parent Portal) [ Recommended payment method ] Do not pay online if you are applying for the waiver (FIIF). A 2.5% fee applies when paying with a credit card. See FAQ for details on how to access the Payment section in Parent Portal or send a money order via US Mail. 2025-2026 Fee Schedule  [ English ] Pay Fees Online
	Step 4: QuickStart (IN-PERSON) Most of QuickStart can be completed online. The suggested dates and times aim to help break up large crowds.    Suggested dates by the last name: August 6, 2025, between 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Last names A-L) August 7, 2025, between 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Last names M-Z)   Can't Make It? Are you unable to go to one or both sessions? Drop off printed/signed QuickStart forms.  Option 1: QuickStart August 6-7 Option 2: Main Office August 11-15 or August 18-22
	Who should attend the QuickStart (IN-PERSON)? Freshmen or transfer students who need to take an ID photo Freshmen or transfer students who need a Chromebook Freshmen or transfer students who need to drop off medical forms Drop off the printed/signed QuickStart Forms  Pay fees (money order or cash only)
	QuickStart Overview Fees can be paid through Parent Portal (ASPEN) -OR- at Quickstart (cash or money order only). *If applying for the fee waiver, please wait to pay fees until the FIIF results are finalized in November Freshmen and Transfer students will receive a Chromebook Freshmen and Transfer students take their STUDENT ID photo   After completing the online portion, families will receive an email with the QuickStart documents. Print the email attached document, follow the instructions on the first page, sign where highlighted, and return it to Jones during the in-person QuickStart (August 6 or 7) or August 11-15 or August 18-22.   Accepted payment for in-person QuickStart Cash Money Order

 

SY2025-2026 Updates

Help Desk Review the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) If you can't find the answer, submit a support ticket (the quickest option).