UNIFORMS
What color shoes are required as part of the school uniform?
All-white, all-blue, or all-black shoes are allowed.
By what time should students arrive at school each morning?
Morning drop-off is from 8:10-8:30 a.m. Class begins at 8:30. If they arrive after 8:30 a.m., they must report to the front desk.
Who should parents notify if their child is absent?
The front office, homeroom teacher, and school nurse should be notified.
Who is allowed to pick up a student from school?
Only authorized adults listed on the pick-up form.
Are students allowed to bring food or beverages from home into the school cafeteria?
NO, due ot health and hygiene concerns, and the school´s organization.
True or False: Students may wear any sweatshirt or jacket over their uniform?
False - Students may wear a blue or black coat, raincoat, or Atlas sweaters and sweatshirts when necessary.
At what time does dismissal begin for elementary students?
Class ends at 4:10 p.m.
What should parents do if their child will be out of town for a week?
Inform the school in advance and coordinate with the teacher.
What happens if a parent is more than 15 minutes late at pick-up?
Children will be brought to the bench across from the main entrance after 4:25 p.m.
What are children allowed to bring to school for snack?
Only healthy snacks and water.
What must students wear on PE days?
PE uniform with sneakers.
What should parents do if they are going to be late for pick-up?
Call the school office to inform staff.
True or False: Arriving after 8:30 a.m. counts as a tardy?
True.
True or False: Older siblings are allowed to pick-up
Yes, as long as we have parental permission.
What percentage of attendance is required for students to receive credit for the year?
A minimum of 80 percent.
What happens if a student arrives out of uniform?
Parents are notified, and a uniform change is required.
Which entrance should be used for early dismissals during the school day?
The main office entrance.
Should you send your children to school with medication in their backpacks.
No!
What is required for early pick-up?
A phone call or email. Parents are asked to check in at the main office and wait for their child in the lobby.
What does SSS at our school stand for?
Student Support Services.
What color socks should be worn?
Blue
What do you do if you need someone else to pick-up your child from school?
Inform the school and provide a photo of the person´s ID to the front desk.
What do you need to do if your child is excused from P.E.?
Students require a note from a parent and/or doctor sent to their Homeroom Teacher, the PE Department, and the Nurse.
Are students allowed to leave the school alone?
No, they must be picked up by parents or guardians.
When can invitations to B-day parties be distributed?
At school, only when all students in a class are invited (to be inclusive and respectful of children´s feelings).