Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.
What time does my child need to be at school?
The school doors open at 7:00 a.m. Breakfast is served from 7:05-7:35. Students need to be at school before 7:40 a.m. Teachers will get students from the gym at 7:40 a.m. School begins promptly at 7:45 a.m. NEW POLICY: A student is tardy if he/she gets to school after 7:45 a.m.Back to Top
The school doors open at 7:00 a.m. Breakfast is served from 7:05-7:35. Students need to be at school before 7:40 a.m. Teachers will get students from the gym at 7:40 a.m. School begins promptly at 7:45 a.m. NEW POLICY: A student is tardy if he/she gets to school after 7:45 a.m.
Do I need to call the school if my child is going to be absent?
This would be appreciated-931-455-9576. You also need to send in a written parent and/or doctor's excuse.Back to Top
This would be appreciated-931-455-9576. You also need to send in a written parent and/or doctor's excuse.
Can I eat lunch with my child?
Yes-on most days the cafeteria welcomes visitors...except holidays due to the small size of the cafeteria. Just send in a note the morning you would like to visit and eat with us. Lunch is from 12:10-12:40 (12:15-12:45 for Mrs. James' class). Remember to sign in at the office and get your visitor's badge.Back to Top
Yes-on most days the cafeteria welcomes visitors...except holidays due to the small size of the cafeteria. Just send in a note the morning you would like to visit and eat with us. Lunch is from 12:10-12:40 (12:15-12:45 for Mrs. James' class). Remember to sign in at the office and get your visitor's badge.
How do I know if my child owes lunch money?
Call the school cafeteria at 931-455-2496 and Mrs. Jill Pichea, cafeteria manager, will update you.Back to Top
Call the school cafeteria at 931-455-2496 and Mrs. Jill Pichea, cafeteria manager, will update you.
What day does my child need to wear tennis shoes for gym class?
Please make sure your child is wearing tennis shoes on Tuesdays (Thursdays for Mrs. James' class for safety reasons. Flip Flops are not allowed!Back to Top
Please make sure your child is wearing tennis shoes on Tuesdays (Thursdays for Mrs. James' class for safety reasons. Flip Flops are not allowed!
What day does my child need to have his/her library book?
We have library on Wednesdays & Thursdays (Mondays and Tuesdays for Mrs. James' class). A child may not checkout a new library book unless he/she returns the old library book.Back to Top
We have library on Wednesdays & Thursdays (Mondays and Tuesdays for Mrs. James' class). A child may not checkout a new library book unless he/she returns the old library book.
When is ice cream day and how much is it?
We have ice cream at lunch every day. Ice cream costs .60 cents.Back to Top
We have ice cream at lunch every day. Ice cream costs .60 cents.
Will my child have a lot of homework?
Most homework is an extension of classwork. Most of the students will finish their homework in class, but if not, they will have to finish at home. Always check and sign your child's planner daily.Back to Top
Most homework is an extension of classwork. Most of the students will finish their homework in class, but if not, they will have to finish at home. Always check and sign your child's planner daily.
Will my child have to do reports and projects?
Yes, there will be some topics, especially in Science, that the students will have to research followed by a project. You, the parent, and the student will have plenty of notice and ample time to work on these projects.Back to Top
Yes, there will be some topics, especially in Science, that the students will have to research followed by a project. You, the parent, and the student will have plenty of notice and ample time to work on these projects.