New and returning students must complete the information verification process in Aeries each year. Parents/guardians should have access to the new school year in Aeries starting in August. This must be done before students receive their class schedules. 

 

Our Materials Pick Up Day is on TUESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2025. 

 

Students should come during their assigned time to the cafeteria to get their class schedules, Squire T-shirt, and more. 

 

 

 

 

If you are unable to attend on August 12, 2025, materials may be picked up from the RLPA Front Office beginning  August 13 during office hours, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

Dear RLPA Families,

As principal of Rio Linda Preparatory Academy, I’m incredibly excited to welcome you to the 2025-2026 school year. Whether your student is beginning or continuing their journey at Rio Linda Prep, we are thrilled you have chosen to be a part of our special academic community. We’re looking forward to working with you to ensure all students feel welcomed, connected, and part of our RLPA family. Our highly qualified team of teachers and support staff is committed to providing our students with exceptional opportunities and experiences both inside and outside the classroom. Our academic and enrichment programs continue to be a source of pride—from Honors courses in each core content area, to Squire WIN Academy Saturday School, to our varied elective courses.  

 

Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2025 is the first day of school. Our start time is 8:00 a.m. Students will start school at the same time every day and will be released two hours early on Wednesdays (Early Release Wednesdays) for staff Professional Learning Time (PLT).    

Attendance is extremely important. Instruction begins promptly, so please make sure your child arrives on time and ready to learn. If you have questions, call (916) 566-2720. Please leave your name, number and message. Our office is now open from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. You can also find information about our school on our website at https://rlpa.trusd.net/.

School Hours

Registration

Materials Pick Up Day

Tuesday, August 12th is our materials pick up day in the cafeteria. Staff will ensure that students are enrolled and have submitted all necessary documents. Students will receive a Squire T-shirt, information about activities/events and the after school program, and their class schedules. PE clothes and locks will be available for purchase (cash only). 

7th grade students - 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. 8th grade students - 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. 

Families who can’t make it to the pick up times on Tuesday can join us on Wednesday, August 13th from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the main office. 

Immunizations

All students are required to have current immunizations. Regulations that started July 1, 2019 require both a Tdap booster and a second varicella (chickenpox) vaccine for those entering seventh grade. For more 

information, visit https://www.trusd.net/StudentsFamilies/Student-Services/Health-Services/Immunizations/index.html or www.shotsforschool.org. 

Back To School Night

Parents, please attend our Back to School Night on Tuesday, September 2nd from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Our Title I presentation will be in the school cafeteria from 5:30 to 6:00. Classrooms will be open between 6:00 and 7:00.

Supervision Before & After School

Your child’s safety is our top priority. We provide supervision for students during the times specified below and cannot assume responsibility for your child on campus outside of these times. The school gates will open at 7:30 a.m. each morning. All students should exit campus promptly after dismissal unless they are in an after-school activity or program. If students have an activity that starts later in the afternoon or evening, they will need to leave campus then return no more than 15 minutes prior to the activity start time.

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday

Wednesday

Traffic Around The School

Please be aware that RLPA is located near two other schools, and traffic around the school is increased during their drop off and pick up times. Please watch for students crossing the street. Do not park or wait in bus loading areas or where the  curbs are painted red. 

 

Student Planners

Each student will receive a school planner at the materials pick up. Students use the planners in class and at home to help them stay organized and manage their time. The RLPA Student Handbook can also be found inside the student planner. Please read through the student handbook with your child and reach out to the main office if you have questions about any of our policies.

ID Cards and Bus Schedules

Details about ID cards, bus schedules, and school pictures for the yearbook will be shared with families at the start of school. 

Weekly Newsletters

Keep up to date on school news! The newsletter is sent out through ParentSquare in your Aeries Portal every week. 

Be sure to keep your phone number and email address updated in Aeries to receive important school information. 

Important Upcoming Dates

Respectfully,

Nick Seiler

Principal