Back to School Hub
Welcome to the 2025–2026 school year at The Empower Academy! We couldn’t be more thrilled to have you in our community. This page has everything you need to get started—important dates, forms, supply lists, meal info, and more.
✅ Enrollment & Skyward Verification
Your student is officially enrolled in Skyward.
Please log in to verify your child’s enrollment and transfer information.
- Returning families must complete their annual update in Skyward
- New families should complete registration immediately to ensure a smooth first day
For students with IEPs, allergies, or medication needs: Email Erin Bowman at erin.bowman@springspstn.org
Other Important Forms:
Medical Consent Forms – Please Submit in Skyward Before the First Day of School
📆 Important Dates
Parent Meet & Greet
Friday, July 25 | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Location: 2900 Lona Dr, Smyrna, TN
Drop in to meet staff, connect with families, and enjoy a relaxed kickoff to the school year. The Dragon Wagon will have snacks available for purchase.
Kindergarten Assessments
Saturday, August 2 (Teachers will contact families)
Location: 101 Mary Law Dr, Smyrna, TN
Teachers will contact families to schedule individual assessment times.
Orientation Day
Wednesday, August 6 | 7:15–9:15 AM
Location: Boys & Girls Club – 198 Culbertson St, Smyrna
Drop off supplies, meet our team, and prepare for the school year.
First Full Day of School
Friday, August 8
School Hours: 7:15 AM–2:15 PM
🎒 School Supply Lists
Download your child’s supply list below:
🧍 Uniform Guidelines
Students may wear:
Forest green, white, or black polos
Khaki, black, or dark navy bottoms (jeans allowed)
No cargo pants, leggings, ripped items, or short skirts
Closed-toe shoes preferred
- Uniforms may be purchased from any retailer or from our official vendor
- Spirit shirts are available for designated dress-down days and field trips (preorder here)
🍎 Meals & MealTime
Apply for free/reduced meals or manage meal accounts via MealTime: www.MyMealtime.com/Apps
You’ll need your student’s “Other ID” from Skyward.
📄 Downloads:
📚 Smyrna Library Partnership
We’re excited to partner with the Smyrna Public Library to bring their Mobile Library to our school each month. Students will be able to check out books and apply for their own library cards. A library card application is included in this email—please complete and return it before the first visit.
📸 Photo & Media Consent
Please complete and return it to indicate your preference regarding your child’s image being used in yearbook photos, school newsletters, and Empower Academy social media. We respect and honor your family’s privacy and preferences.
🚘 Traffic Flow & Kindergarten Dismissal
- All cars must enter through the north entrance and exit at the opposite end.
- Two lanes will be in use (see map for full details)
- Kindergarten dismisses at 2:00 PM from the inside lane only
- Arrivals before 2:10 must wait in the outside lane to allow for safe loading of our youngest students
🕒 Aftercare
Aftercare provided by the Boys & Girls Club
Location: 198 Culbertson St
Cost: $30 registration, $35/week
Register via: EZ Child Tracking App
Contact: chelsea.meyer@bgcrc.net