Yearly QuickStart

Yearly QuickStart 2026-2027

Mandatory Registration: All students in grades 9–12 (including incoming freshmen and transfer students) must complete QuickStart registration each school year. A parent or legal guardian must complete this process.

	Step 1: Gather Information Before starting, ensure you have the following ready: Parent/Guardian must complete the form 2 Proofs of Address (Digital files/scans within the last 2 months). View List of Acceptable Proofs Student's ID# (Don't know it? Use the SID Lookup Tool)

	Step 2: Complete the Digital QuickStart Form Submit the online registration packet for each student enrolled at Jones. What's included in the form: Student/Parent contact info, Family Income Information Form (FIIF / Fee Waiver Application), Open Campus release (Juniors/Seniors), Record Release, and Senior Graduation details. Paperless Process: No printing or physical signature drop-off required. Once submitted, a PDF copy will be emailed to you for your records. Review documents. (Do not email forms directly to staff). [ Complete the 2026–2027 QuickStart Form Here ]

	Step 3: Schedule & Student Fees Review Schedule: Log into the Student Portal (Aspen). Schedule Questions? Counselors will email schedule change request procedures during the week of August 17–21. Pay Fees: Review the 2026–2027 Fee Schedule (PDF) and pay via the Parent Portal (Aspen). Applying for a Fee Waiver (FIIF)? Do NOT pay online now. Wait until waiver determinations are finalized in November. Online Payment: Credit card (only) payments incur a 2.5% processing fee. In-Person: [Cash or Money Order only (No credit/debit cards accepted on-site)]

	Step 4: In-Person QuickStart Most families can complete registration entirely online. In-person attendance is only required for specific tasks outlined below. Event Dates & Times August 12, 2026: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM August 13, 2026: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM Make-Up Hours: August 17–21 between 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM in the Main Office (Limited availability due to staff meetings).
	Who Needs to Attend In-Person? You only need to visit the school in person if your student needs to: Families that need assistance or may not have a computer/iPad at home to complete the ONLINE form Take a Student ID photo (Freshmen & Transfer students) Pick up a Chromebook (Freshmen & Transfer students — please complete the Mobile Device Agreement beforehand) Drop off physical health records, immunization forms, or birth certificates Pay fees in person ⚠️ In-Person Payment Notice: The school office accepts Cash or Money Order ONLY. Credit or debit cards are NOT accepted on-site.

Start of School & Key Dates
Date	Event / Activity	Details
Mon, Aug 24, 2026	First Day of School	Free CTA Rides for students on day one. • Students report to AcLab for modified schedules, lanyards, IDs, lockers, and textbooks.
Sep 1 & Sep 2, 2026	School Pictures	Taken during English class for Grades 9, 10, and 11. (Senior portrait sessions take place during Q1).

Need Assistance?

🔍 Frequently Asked Questions: Read our QuickStart FAQ Page

Technical or Registration Support: Submit a Help Desk Ticket (Fastest response time)