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ARMAGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Phone 717-667-2153 FAX 717-667-2126 Linda S. Mohler, Ph.D., Principal E-mail: lsm19@mcsdk12.org
Back-to-school Information Night This year we are trying something a bit different to start our school year. On Monday, September 10, from 6:00-7:00 p.m., we are having a get-together for our teachers and parents to talk and ask questions. Teachers will explain what they will be doing this year and what expectations they have for students. Parents are free to ask pertinent questions. There will also be a time for parents to ask the principal questions that teachers may not be able to answer. I welcome the opportunity to clarify anything that is not explained to your satisfaction in the Parent Handbook. An agenda will be sent home right before the meeting. Attendance at this meeting will determine if there is enough interest to have an Open House in the spring Also, we are planning to have babysitting available for anyone who must bring children to the meeting. They will not be allowed in the classrooms that evening.
Building Access - Reminder As a reminder, most of you know that our secretary’s hours are from 7:45-3:15. That means that there is no one to take your calls after that time. I am not always at Armagh, and teachers are working in their rooms. Also, the doors are locked, so it is not feasible to return to the building once the students have left. I have asked teachers to remind students to make sure they have all the homework they need when they leave the building, because there is no guarantee that they will have access to the building after 3:15. As always, we strive to keep your children safe and sound. Please note that you will not have access to the building unless you have stopped at the office first and stated your purpose to the secretary.
Sneakers with Rollers The district has taken the position that these sneakers will not be permitted to be worn during the school day and at school events held inside our schools. The primary concerns are the safety issues and potential damage to our floors.
Bus Question Some of you may have stopped or continue to stop for Bus 174 that picks up a student at the base of Sigler Hill on South Main Street. J & D Busing has asked me to inform you that you may pass that bus if it has yellow flashers on. Some of us were afraid to pass it on the first day of school because we know we have to stop for school buses.
The following is the message I received from J & D to pass along to you: When a school bus is parked along the curb with the 4-way flashers on loading a wheel chair, traffic may pass the school bus with caution. An example of this is bus 174 that loads at the corner of Sigler Street and South Main Street in Milroy. If the yellow school bus lights are on, traffic must slow down. If the red school bus lights are on, ALL TRAFFIC MUST STOP.
Welcome Back We are all looking forward to a great school year, and we want to work with you to provide a supportive team for your child. If, during this year you have concerns, please do not hesitate to call our office.
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