Frequently Asked Questions
Daily Procedures
What time does school begin and end?
- 7:45am school begins (Arrival)
- 2:15pm school ends (Dismissal)
What is the earliest my child can arrive at school?
- Early care begins at 6:30am in the upper grades gym (Cost)
- Students permitted in the building at 7:25 am.
What do I do if my child is late to school?
- Students are considered late if they arrive after 7:45am.
- Students arriving after 7:45am must checked-in by a parent at the attendance office.
What do I do if my child is absent?
- Contact the attendance office (Ms. Tabares)-770-472-2850 ext. 140133
- Bring or send documentation regarding absence within three days.
How do I check my child out of school early?
- Report to the attendance office to check out your child.
- No check-outs permitted after 1:45pm.
How do I visit my child during the day?
- Communicate with child’s teacher to ensure schedule.
- Upon arrival check-in at the front desk and receive visitors badge.
- Escorted by school personnel to classroom.
What do I do as a visitor to the campus?
- Check-in at the front office.
- Fill-out Designation Log.
- Conduct business of school visit.
- Sign-out in the front office.
Academics
How can my child receive extra support with learning?
- Attend individual teacher tutorial sessions. (Schedule posted on teacher websites.)
- Attend other remediation sessions offered throughout the year.
How do I get my child tested for the Gifted program?
- Students may be referred by a parent, teacher, or another student to be tested for the Gifted program. (Ms. D. Starr & Mr. Belser)
How do I get my child tested for special need services?
- Make a written request to child’s counselor or teacher.
When will graded work be sent home?
- Graded work is sent home weekly. (WolfPack folders for lower grades.)
How do I receive my Gradebook password and user name?
- Passwords and usernames can be acquired from the counseling department or Parent Liaison.
How do I know if my child has homework, test, etc?
- Visit teacher’s website
- Review classroom newsletter or student agenda book
- Communicate with teacher (Email or face-to-face)
Am I required to attend my child’s progress conference?
- No, but highly encouraged.
When are progress reports sent out?
- Every 4.5 weeks (Progress reports)
- Every 9 weeks (Report cards)
Student Support
How do I communicate with my child’s teacher(s)?
- Email and telephone calls are means of communication.
- Scheduled face-to-face parent conference. (Counselors)
What do I do if I suspect my child is being bullied?
- Contact child’s counselor or administrator.
Can my child make-up missed work due to being absent?
- Yes, your child has three days to complete any missed assignments.
How do I schedule a meeting with my child’s counselor?
- A written request via email or note.
- A school visit to counseling office.
What if I am having an issue with my child’s teacher?
- 1st line of communication is with the teacher.
- 2nd line of communication is with the child’s administrator.
Does my child’s teacher have a website?
- Yes, all teachers are required to have a teacher website.
What extra-curricular activities may my child take part?
- EWA offers a variety of clubs and events for student participation.
- 6th-8th may participate in county athletic programs.
If I have one child staying after school, may their sibling stay after school with them?
- No, all students participating in after school activities are supervised by a sponsor.
- Children not participating in an extra-curricular activity are not permitted to stay after school. (No one to supervise student)
What is the procedure for a child who is on medication?
- An emergency card (green card) is completed and returned to school.
- Medications are administered by the health technician. (Ms. A. Jackson)-770-472-2850 ext.140124
Behavioral Management
What is the school-wide behavioral management policy?
- Varies depending on infraction (See Student Code of Conduct)
- Progressive behavioral management is employed.
How do I know if my child has behavioral infractions?
- Parent receives communication from teacher. (Minor)
- Parent receives verbal and written notification of major infractions.
What does my child do while in the Behavioral Management Center?
- Completes reflection assignments
- Completes classroom assignments
How does my child receive their assignments if serving OSS?
- Contact child’s teacher or counselor.
- 3 days upon return to school to submit to teacher.
Textbooks and Supplies
Do I have to buy supplies for my child?
- Yes, a general supply list is available and specific teacher supplies are given.
May I donate supplies to my child’s classroom?
- Yes, classroom supply donations are greatly appreciated.
Will my child receive classroom textbooks?
- Yes, all students will be assigned specific textbooks by their teacher.
- Classroom sets of textbooks are utilized during class.
- All lost textbooks and library books must be paid for at the expense of the parent.
Will my child receive a locker?
- Upper grades student will be permitted to rent a locker on a 1st come 1st service basis.
- Locker rental is $3.00 and will be received and receipted by homeroom teacher.
Transportation
How do I know what bus my child’s ride?
- Check the CCPS school bus locator.
What if my child misses the bus?
- Parent notified and arrangements made to pick up child.
What do I do if my child is riding a different bus home?
- Write a note with a telephone number for verification.
- Student receives new bus rider form (Up to 5 days)
What if I am unable to pick up my child after school?
- Notify the school as early as possible.
- Make arrangements for child pick.
- Student left may be turned over to DFACS. (Reoccurrences)
Miscellaneous
What are the dates and time of early release days?
- Check CCPS website for dates.
- EWA will dismiss at 1:30pm.
Are parents required to volunteer at the school?
- No, but parent engagement is vital to student success.
I want to volunteer what should I do?
- Complete volunteer form for background clearance.
- Return to Ms. Alston, Parent Liaison.-770-472-2850 ext. 140111
- Background check must be approved prior to volunteering.
How do I become proactive in my child’s education?
- Open communication with teacher
- Know the standards your child must demonstrate mastery.
Where is the student’s lost and found?
- Located in the cafeteria behind the stage.
Am I allowed to bring in food for my child’s birthday? (Ex. cupcakes, cake)
- Yes, however, must be coordinated with the teacher.