What time must my child be in school?

School hours are 8:10 AM to 2:40 PM. All students must be lined up in front of the school by 8:00 AM. Students who arrive after the late bell, will be required to serve detention for lateness after school on that same day. Lateness detention is over at 3:00 PM. The parents/guardians of students who continually arrive late to school, may be required to meet with the Principal, Assistant Principal and/or Dean regarding this lateness (see Discipline Code).

What does my child need for school each day?

Every student is expected to come prepared for school each day with a loose-leaf binder (8½ by 10), pencils, pens and textbooks. Students who have gym, must come prepared with a change of clothing and sneakers. Specific requirements for individual classes may be made by Subject teachers.

Is there a Dress Code?

The parents of students who come to school inappropriately dressed will be contacted. Appropriate clothing must be worn to school. A new dress code will take effect in September 2005. Please see the proposed dress code on our site

How are Metro Cards distributed?

Students who are zoned for our school AND who live more than 3 mites from school are entitled to receive a full fair Metro Card; others living between 1.5 mikes and 3 mikes are entitled to a Reduced Fair Metro Card. Metro cards are issued at the beginning of the school year. These cards are like cash and must be safe guarded. A note from a parent will be required before a replacement is issued; there may be a waiting period for a replacement in which the student will be responsible for paying the 111 fair on the bus.

Are students required to have a Photo ID Card?

Yes, all students are required to visibly wear their photo ID card while in school. These cards will also be needed to receive Free or Reduced priced lunch since the cards are scanned for this. Replacement cards are available at a fee (First time $1.00, Second time $2.00, etc.)

How many times a year are Report Cards issued?

Report cards are issued 4 times a year. The specific dates will be announced each year. However, Report Cards are given out in the following Months: November, February, April and June (last day of school). Parent/Teacher Conferences take place in November and February of each school year.

What happens if my child is suspended from school?

Only the Principal can suspend a student from school. The decision to suspend a child is a serious one. The protocol for suspensions are outlined in the NYC Department of Education's Discipline Code. Students who are suspended from school for the first time, serve that suspension in our Alternative Learning Site in school. Any student who is suspended more than once, will be required to serve that suspension at another school to be determined by the Principal. The number of days of suspension for any violation of the Discipline Code is determined by the Principal.

What happens if my child is absent from school?

The Chancellor's Regulation requires all students to maintain a 90% rate of attendance. This is one of the criteria for promotion for each grade. This means that a student cannot be absent from school more than 18 days each school year. Students who are absent from school will be marked as such on the official attendance roster. Any student who is absent, needs to bring a note to school upon return, explaining the Absence.

What happens if I need to pick my child up from school?

While we try to discourage students from missing any school, there are times when it may be necessary to pick your child up early. Parents and Guardians should report to the Main Office. Your child will be asked to come downstairs and you will be required to sign your child out. Should it be necessary for you to send another adult to pick up your child for any reason, please be sure to include that person's name on the Blue Emergency Contact Card. NO STUDENT WILL BE RELEASED TO ANY ADULT UNLESS THEIR NAME APPEARS ON THIS BLUE EMERGENCY HOME CONTACT CARD. THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS TO THIS. Adults picking up children, will be asked for identification.