At XCS, summer isn't just a break — it’s a bridge to the next school year! We are staying connected with our families all summer long to keep kids learning, bring families together, and make sure every student has exactly what they need to step into the classroom with confidence this fall. Mark your calendars so you won’t miss a minute! 

LEARN: The Summer Reading Bus

WHO: ALL XCS students from PreK to 5th Grade
DATES: June 17, 24 & July 1, 8, 15 from 11:00-12:30 
WHAT: Every Wednesday at McKinley Elementary from mid-June through mid-July, the Summer Reading Bus will become the neighborhood hub for keeping kids engaged! It’s entirely free, and while families can sign up ahead of time, any young learners who live in the district are welcome to just roll up, grab a book to read — and enjoy that week's surprise adventure!  

Note: Drop-ins are great, but drop-offs are … not. Adults should plan to stay on site for the entire program. Thank you for your support and understanding. 

Read more and sign up for the Summer Reading Bus.

CONNECT: The XCS Welcome Center 

WHO: All families who are new to the district, or just need help enrolling — especially our newest Kindergarten families! 
DATES: June 23 (10:00-11:00 a.m.) & July 9 (4:30-5:30 p.m.)
WHAT: Mid-summer is a great time to open our doors with Welcome Center Days. These outdoor drop-in sessions at our Central Office (829 Colorado) offer new families the chance to get hands-on enrollment help while kids meet up with their future classmates and play. To keep things chill, families can cool down with Kona Ice, who will be offering sweet treats starting at $1.50. A portion of those proceeds goes directly back into funding the Summer Reading Bus! Rain or shine. 

Learn more about the XCS Welcome Center on our enrollment page.

GET READY: Gear Up! 

WHO: Any XCS student family in need of support with their school supplies. 
DATE: Wednesday, July 22 at the XCS Central Office (829 Colorado)
WHAT: Finish the summer strong and get ready to tackle the new school year! As we look ahead to August, it is time to Gear Up! Before the new school year begins, this event supports families in need with the exact supplies their student needs to succeed.

To make the experience extra special, students will get to "shop" for their own supplies during their pick-up time. Students will be able to choose their own backpack and pick from available color options for items on their specific school list, ensuring every child starts Day One feeling confident and on a level playing field.

Pre-registration is required for this event! After signing up, families will be assigned a specific time to shop for supplies. Because supplies are customized by grade and school list, we cannot accommodate drop-ins. 

Sign Up for the Gear Up! Event

Please note: While we do our best to provide a wide variety, specific backpack styles and color choices are available on a first-come, first-serve basis while supplies last.