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STEP 2 - BACK TO SCHOOL CHECKLIST

The Back to School checklist is a list of LAHS items to available to purchase or sign up for. Completing the Back to School checklist below ensures that parents don't miss out on any important forms or payments for the new school year.
 

  • Please go step-by-step, clicking on each link in this checklist so you don't miss any information, EVEN if you choose not to donate/order.
  • Payments: Online payment is preferred. Organizations use different accounting systems so multiple payments may be necessary. If paying by check, make sure to have the correct PAYEE.
  • SENIORS: Don't miss the Senior specific section at the bottom.

 

Click on the Checklist Item to Purchase, Donation, Sign Up Description

A.  PTSA & MVLA Foundation

Understand ways we support our schools. Donate to the MVLA Foundation. Join or support programs sponsored by the PTSA.

B.  Athletic Boosters

JOIN the LAHS Athletic Boosters by purchasing a membership for you or your family. Memberships enable free entry into all home league games. You can also purchase LAHS Eagles apparel and learn how to get involved on our Athletic Boosters website.

C.  Performing Arts Boosters

Performing Arts Boosters (PAB) provides financial and volunteer support to the performing arts program – theater, choir, marching band and color guard, jazz band, wind ensemble, and orchestra. Memberships include family admission to regular concerts at Eagle Theater. To join our email lists or to donate, or for more information, visit the Performing Arts Boosters website.

D. Communications

View instructions on how to sign up to receive LAHS communications - Principal Newsletter, PTSA emails, and social media links for time sensitive posts.

View ParentSquare Flyer  |  Sign Up for ParentSquare

E.  Sustainability / Green Team

Los Altos High School is honored to have received the Highest Achievement Award through California's Green Ribbon Schools (GRS) program. This distinction celebrates our school's commitment to environmental stewardship, student health and wellness, and sustainability education. Read the attached letter to learn more about how you can support our Green Ribbon and Zero Waste efforts. 

F.  Purchase Yearbook & PE Uniform, Talon Subscription & Donations to other LAHS programs

Purchase: Yearbook ($95 only during back to school registration), Talon subscription, and PE Uniform.

Donate to Programs: Advance Science Investigation (ASI), Broken Box, Choir, Dance, Drama, Music, Robotics, Student Community Leaders (SCL), Visual Arts

G. LAHS Athletics Donations

Donations directly to LAHS Athletic Teams

H.  Purchase ASB Spirit Memberships, Packages, Items

Explore our Back to School Spirit Packages and items to save on events, gear, and exclusive perks.

Purchase between August 1 - September 4, 2026 to lock in special pricing. 

All items purchased online can be picked up at the Finance Office on or after August 3rd.

View Flyer: English Español

SENIORS: Also see the additional Senior events section at the bottom of this page.

I.  Athletic Clearance Process

A physical exam is required for participation in athletics. LAHS is offering Physicals on August 6th from 4-7pm, sign up is required. If your student has had a physical within the last 12 months, you can upload the completed form during registration.

J. School Pictures

Online Registration

School pictures will be taken on your student's BTS Prep or Orientation Day. Please pre-register your student. Ideally, you should complete this form 2 days before your student's orientation. A Camera Ticket will be emailed for the photographer to scan, from phone or printed copy, on Picture Day. SENIORS also do this step for school ID photos.

View Flyer  (English & Español)

K.  Free Bus Pass
Online Application: English | Español

Paper:  English & Español

Request a free bus pass for a student to commute to LAHS.
Use a separate application for each student.

Online bus pass applications are preferred because they are processed MUCH faster and are more accurate. As with the paper forms, all applicable fields should be filled out. We cannot process incomplete data.


Questions? Contact Associate Superintendent Teri Faught, teri.faught@mvla.net

L.  Free/Reduced Price Meals

Online Application

Paper:  English  |  Español

Apply for free/reduced price meals for your student. 

This application is also used for scholarship pricing for school events. Use a separate application for each student.

Online meal applications are preferred because they are processed MUCH faster and are more accurate. As with the paper forms, all applicable fields should be completed.


Questions?  Contact Food Services Coordinator Bryan Barnhardt, bryan.barnhardt@mvla.net

Additional Item for Seniors Only

Class of 2027, you can now book an appointment to have your graduation portrait taken. We suggest getting this done over the summer if possible.

View the flyer for more information: English | Español

  • Class of 2027, you can now book an appointment to have your graduation portrait taken. We suggest getting this done over the summer if possible.

    View the flyer for more information: English | Español