Visitors to the school

We welcome and encourage parents’ and guardians’ interest in our school programs and student activities. To maintain a secure environment, all school doors remain locked during the day, and visitors must ring the bell to gain entry. For the safety of our students and staff, no unauthorized individuals are permitted to enter the school. Our school adheres to the NYC Department of Education’s Safer Access Initiative to ensure a safe and protected environment for everyone.

Visitor Requirements:

1. Valid Photo Identification: All visitors must present a valid, government-issued photo ID upon arrival.
2. Visitor Check-In: Visitors must check in at the main office and sign the visitor log.
3. Visitor Pass: After checking in, visitors will receive a pass that must be worn and visible at all times while on school premises.
4. Appointment Policy: Visits to classrooms or meetings with teachers must be scheduled in advance to minimize disruption to instruction.

Any school employee who sees, or is informed of, an unauthorized person in or near the school must report that fact to the building principal. Visitors attending an assembly program are not required to sign the visitor’s register.

Thank you for your cooperation in helping us maintain a secure and welcoming environment for our students and staff.

ALL VISITORS will report to the school office when entering the building, sign the visitor’s register and receive authorization (a pass) to visit elsewhere in the building.

Uniform Policy

Our school uniform is an important part of fostering a sense of community and school pride. Students are expected to adhere to the uniform policy from Monday through Thursday. Uniforms can be purchased at Cookies or through our online store.

Uniform Requirements:

• Pre-K: Light blue shirt and navy pants/skirt
• Kindergarten: Grey shirt and navy pants/skirt
• Grades 1–5: White shirt and navy pants/skirt

Dress Down Day:

Fridays are Dress Down Days, giving students the opportunity to wear casual attire. While uniforms are not required on Fridays, students should still dress appropriately for a school environment.

We appreciate your support in maintaining a consistent and respectful dress code.

Outdoor Policy

We use www.weather.com to determine the current temperature. As a guideline, if the temperature is at or below zero degrees, or a wind chill below -5 degrees, the children will stay inside. Determination of the outdoor activities will be decided by the building principal. Students will need appropriate winter clothing. Coats, hats, mittens, snow pants, and boots are necessary during the winter months because all students have recess outside on a daily basis.

Withdrawals from School

If you are moving out of town, the school office must be notified at least a day in advance so that the proper transfer records can be prepared and the child’s supplies collected. Students will be dropped from their schedules when our Registrar has received a Request for Records from another school OR when a student has been absent for fifteen (15) consecutive school days.

Releasing Students to Non-Parent/Guardian and/or Transporting Students to New Locations

No student shall be released to any non-parent/guardian or transported to a location other than the location originally designated by the parent/guardian without written permission or personal telephone contact with the parent/guardian.

Personal Belongings

The school can assume no responsibility for personal belongings brought to school by the children. Personal electronic devices (video games, iPads, etc.) are discouraged during the school day. Please do not send toys or electronic devices with your child.

Student Cell Phones

Student cell phones may not be used during the school day. The office has access to a telephone in an emergency. All personal plans should be taken care of before the student comes to school. Schools are not responsible for lost or stolen electronic equipment. Other items not allowed in school: Trading Cards, Fidget Spinners, Skateboards.

Change of Address

Please notify the school of any change of address or telephone number. Make sure that the school is aware, at all times, of your correct phone number plus that of a neighbor, friend or relative to contact in the event of an emergency that might occur.