Information for Parents

TELEPHONE MESSAGES
Only in extreme emergencies is it possible to deliver telephone messages to individual students. It is very disruptive to the students when classrooms are interrupted during a lesson.

CANCELLATION OF SCHOOL
Cancellation of school takes place only during circumstances such as extreme weather, equipment failure, or public crisis. Because of the hardship which can be caused, school is not usually canceled unless a significant safety risk has been created by unusual circumstances.

VISITORS
Visitors are welcome at Millennium School, but please remember that student safety is our prime concern. The doors are locked at 8:15 a.m. Please ring the bell at the front entrance for assistance. Report to the school office and, if necessary, obtain a visitor pass. Please do not stop into a teacher's classroom without an appointment. If you need to deliver items to students, report to the school office and the office personnel will be more than happy to accommodate you.

EMERGENCY INFORMATION
In the event of an emergency, we will make every effort to contact parents. If we are unable to do so , the school will contact the person listed as an alternate in case of emergency. It is extremely important for your child's safety that we have up-to-date emergency information on file. Without written consent, students will only be released to adults who are listed on your Emergency Information Form. Please feel free to list more than two emergency contacts.

EMERGENCY DRILLS
Each classroom has posted evacuation procedures for students pertaining to fire, lockdown and tornado/disaster drills. Students are expected to follow procedures and obey instructions from their teachers in the event of a drill. Millennium will conduct fire, disaster and lockdown drills, so students become aware and familiar with the routine. In the event of any emergency that causes our building to be off-limits, students will be transported via bus to Prairie View.

EMERGENCY PLANS AND SCHOOL CLOSINGS
Refer to district handbook located in the district calendar.

BIKE RIDERS
Students must follow established safety programs set up by the State and Local Police. If these rules are not adhered to bike privileges will be withheld. Please review these bicycle rules with your children.

• Walk bikes on and off school property.
• Only one child to a bike.
• Follow all State and Local safety rules.
• Each bike should be locked up with its own lock at a designated area.

DELIVERING LUNCHES AND BIRTHDAY TREATS
Although children should come to school with their lunch, on occasion parents deliver lunches. Please do not bring fountain drinks from fast food restaurants due to spills. There are grade level bins available in the foyer. Simply use the marker available to label the grade and room number along with your child's name and leave it in the bin. Please try not to deliver late; we cannot guarantee available staff. Please keep treats simple and follow guidelines outlined by your child's teacher. Healthy treats or non-edible treats are preferable.

PATROL
The fifth graders will be selected to be patrol people. These students are trained and take their responsibility very seriously. They make sure during entrance and dismissal times that the students stay on the sidewalks surrounding the school. They also alert the supervisor to any problems before or after school in which our students may be involved.

LUNCH/RECESS
If your child carries his/her lunch to school, please make every effort to see that he/she remembers this responsibility on a daily basis. All lunch boxes and bags should have your child's name and room number on the outside. All lunch time activities are held in our classrooms or commons area, including our monthly hot lunch dates. Each student is responsible for cleaning up his/her desk or table...and the small area around the desk where he or she might be eating. Every student must work as a team to keep their classroom clean. Washroom use is granted during lunch time with permission from the Aides. Children are not permitted to wander at their own will.

1st Lunch (3rd, 4th & 5th Grade) 11:15 - 11:55
2nd Lunch (Kdg., 1st, & 2nd Grade) 12:00 - 12:40

The students have a 40 minute lunch/recess period each day. Students have approximately 20 - 25 minute to eat lunch and at least 15 minutes of outdoor recess, weather permitting. Always assume we will be going outside and dress your child accordingly. Only students with signed medical excuses are allowed to remain inside during outdoor recess.

HOMEWORK
Students at Millennium School will receive varying amounts of homework depending upon their grade level. It is very important that parents become aware of the homework policy of their child's teacher. Homework is an extension of daily class work and is usually unfinished work. Homework may also be an extension of the learning concepts for the day that may be completed at home to reinforce various new facts. Reports or long range projects may also be assigned and are necessary to help reinforce reading and writing skills. If you have questions regarding your child's homework, please contact your child's teacher. Vacations during school time are considered unexcused absences. SEE VACATIONS under Attendance.

PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES
Parents are asked to call school if they have questions and concerns about their child's progress. Teachers will also call when they feel additional contacts are necessary. A note or call can always arrange for a conference, so please do not hesitate. Please call to schedule an appointment. Parents who arrive unannounced for a conference disrupt the school schedule and might not be accommodated. Yearly parent/teacher conferences take place in November. Please sign up for a time during Open House.

VOLUNTEERS
The safety of your children is of the utmost importance. Volunteers will be asked to sign a waiver and have their license copied. Volunteers may be needed during the school year for various activities. Please contact your child's teacher if you would like to volunteer.

PTO
PTO VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!!!
All parents are encouraged to join Millennium's PTO. The Parent Teacher Organization is a resource to help the students and staff have a positive academic experience. Officers hold their position for two years and offices rotate every other year for election eligibility. Many volunteers are necessary to accomplish the tasks of the PTO. They provide such services as hot lunch, Market Day, assemblies, and Field Day. Please become a member of this highly regarded group.

LOST AND FOUND
A box is located at the front of the school. Unclaimed items are donated to charity at the end of the school year.

CLASSROOM PARTIES
Halloween Parties and Winter Break Parties are planned for all grade levels. Valentine parties are planned for Kindergarten through second grade. Third, forth and fifth grades have an alternate activity, usually ice cream and a movie. Parents interested in helping with parties should sign up on Parent Information Day.