Summer is almost over, and it's time to start getting ready to go back to school.

The 2015-2016 school year for Atlanta Public Schools begins Wednesday, August 5. Here's what you need to know to prepare:

1. School bus: Routing information will be available July 31. Find the school students are eligible to attend, available bus stops and street maps. [Get information]

2. School start/end times: Confirm arrival and dismissal times. [View]

3. School menus: Find out what's being served for breakfast, lunch and after school programs. [Download menus |Apply for meal program]

4. Calendar of events: Find out about upcoming key events in the 2015-16 school year. [Download] 2016-17 calendars are available too.

5. Family information guides: Get the latest information about Atlanta Public Schools, the student code of conduct, important dates, privacy rights information, registration, enrollment and more. [View]

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