Grades K-8 will have EARLY DISMISSAL (12:30PM) NO LUNCHES SERVED September 3, 4, 5

REGULAR SCHEDULE beginning September 8th Grades K-4  8:30-3:00 Grades 5-8  8:30-3:00 Pre-School AM Session  8:30-11:00 Pre-School PM Session 12:30-3:00 Pervasive Developmental Disorders Class  8:30-3:00

                   

  

Dear Parents and Friends of Mt. Ephraim Schools,

       We will be corresponding with you at least once per month, using the format of this bulletin.  All of the important events and activities that are planned for the schools will be listed for you so that you can plan ahead and keep your calendar up to date.  These bulletins will always be printed on colored paper for easy identification.

      Attached to this bulletin you will find a copy of the September menus with information and forms to complete regarding the lunch and breakfast program.  There is also a form for student information, a copy of the school calendar, an emergency closing form, and a form to complete regarding free and reduced price lunch and breakfast.  A synopsis and exclusionary form for the family life/AIDS curriculum, and student discipline code is also attached.           

 School hours are:   
Grades K-4                                               8:30 AM to 3:00 PM

                                    Grades 5-8                                                8:30 AM to 3:00 PM                 

Pre-School AM Session                             8:30 AM to 11:00 AM

Pre-School PM Session                             12:30 PM to 3:00 PM

                                    Pervasive Developmental Disorders Class   8:30 AM to 3:00 PM    

Mary Bray School Grade K - 11:15 AM to 12:00 PM Grades 1 to 4 - 11:40 AM to 12:25 PM	R. W. Kershaw School Grades 5-8 11:40 AM to 12:25 PM
In an effort to provide a safe and secure environment, all students are required to remain in school for lunch, unless a parent or guardian signs them out in the school office.

Emergency closing number is 591 This number will be broadcast over KYW (1060) radio and the major  television stations (3, 6, and 10) One hour delay – School begins at 9:30 Two hour delay – School begins at 10:30

        

Mary Bray School’s telephone numbers are 931-7807 and 931-7855.	Kershaw School phone numbers are 931-1634 and 931-1785.
Voice Mail is available before and after school hours for your messages.  You may reach a teacher’s voice mail by selecting the appropriate options as indicated by the phone messaging system.
The school website is: www.mtephraimschools.org  Check often for updates to the monthly newsletter, school news, homework, etc. Mary Bray and R. W. Kershaw School Homework can be accessed from the website weekly.

When calling in a late/absent student, you should phone the school which your child attends.  Please place this call prior to 8:30 AM.   If your child is being dismissed early, a note must be sent with your child to the main office.  E-mail early dismissal notes can be sent to Mrs. Guldin ( lguldin@mtephraimschools.org ) for the Kershaw School, and Mrs. Clark ( cclark@mtephraimschools.org  ) for the Mary Bray School.  You can access a teacher's email through the district's website.   

Students are not permitted to receive or make phone calls unless there is an extreme emergency.  Please make sure that your children know where to go after school, have their lunch and homework, and are properly attired for the forecasted weather.

Parents who transport their children to the Mary Bray School are asked to drop off students on the Mary Bray side of Kings Highway in the "Drop-Off Zone."  The No Parking During School Hours Zone in front of Mary Bray School will be strictly enforced by the Mt. Ephraim Police Department.    Student safety is our major concern. Both Mary Bray and R. W. Kershaw School have a “buzzer” system to gain entry.  School hallways, entrances and property are monitored by a camera and recording system. All persons entering the school buildings are requested to report to the school office immediately.

 
 
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Lockers:   
Lockers are the property of the school and may be used only for the temporary storage of the students’ personal items and school material.  They are subject to periodic administrative inspections with or without prior notice.

Medications:
If your child needs to take any medication in school, by doctors orders, you should call the school nurse for information and direction.

Vacations: 
The school discourages student absenteeism due to family vacations.  Time lost from classroom teacher’s instruction cannot be regained.  Parents are advised that student vacations severely interrupt the learning process.  Tests and missed instruction may not be replicated due to time constraints.

Communications Devices:                                                                                           
Students are not permitted to use beepers, phones or any other form of communication device during school hours..

Preschool Children:
Our child study team will provide evaluations of preschool children (ages 3-5) suspected of having a developmental problem.  If you have a child under 3 years of age who is suspected of having a delay in growth or overall    development, our child study team can refer you to an Early Intervention Program.