The school day begins at 9:10 and ends at 3:10. All walkers and students being transported by car will enter and exit through the front of the building. During arrival and dismissal times there is NO PARKING at the front of the school. In the morning, this zone is a “Kiss and Drop” zone and in the afternoon it is a “Kiss and Pick Up” zone. Families are asked to drop off/pick up their students quickly to keep the traffic flowing. We appreciate your understanding and assistance with these procedures.

All students being transported by bus will utilize the entrance at the side of the building for both arrival and dismissal. On-bus rules require all children follow the directions of the bus driver and monitor. Students should remain seated and keep hands and feet out of the aisle. Voices should be kept at a normal speaking volumes and food and drink is prohibited from the bus.

We understand that occasionally changes may need to be made to your student’s dismissal routine. Please contact the office prior to 2:55 so we can get messages to your child’s teacher. If a bus change needs to be made, parents and guardians must provide a WRITTEN REQUEST in order for bus changes to be honored. Phone calls requesting a change in bussing will not be honored without written permission.

If you have any questions concerning the bus schedule and/or times of pick-up and drop-off please call Birnie Bus at 315-336-3950.