School Information and Procedures
Change of Address
If your address, telephone number or employment should change, please notify the school office as soon as possible.
Emergencies and Drills
Sherman Early Childhood Center conducts monthly emergency drills. We will also have tornado drills in the fall and in the spring. In the event of an emergency warning (meaning the danger has actually begun, the tornado sighted, etc.) students will be taken to shelter in specified areas of the building. Please do not call the school or try to come after your children if/when you hear the alarm.
Parents – instruct your child in safety and emergency procedures. Remind and review these procedures periodically. Encourage your child to follow these rules, as they are made for his/her safety and protection
Emergency Contacts
It is very important that we have current emergency contact information for each student. This can be a relative or friend who could be contacted in case your child has an emergency at school and we are unable to contact a parent or guardian. If a student’s emergency contact information changes during the school year, parents need to contact the school office with the new contact information
Kindergarten Entrance Requirements
Kindergarten students must be five years of age on or before June 15th. It is required that all students present a birth certificate, baptismal or hospital certificate and immunizations records before entering school. Students will not be allowed to begin school until immunizations are completed and a record is provided. Copies will be maintained in the student’s school file.
Purpose of Kindergarten
Reading readiness activities, math concepts, and writing are integral parts of the kindergarten program. The program also includes activities in the natural and social sciences. Physical fitness and appreciation for music, art and literature round out the kindergarten program.
The child should learn to work independently and in a group. He/she should learn to listen, follow directions, and relate stories and experiences. The ability and maturity of the children govern the amount of formal instruction that can be given
Student Progress
Two Parent/Teacher conferences are scheduled during the year. (See the school calendar.) Written progress reports will be sent home with your child at the end of each semester. We strongly encourage home initiated personal and/or phone conferences with the teacher whenever needed or desired
Riding the Bus
Bus service is provided for kindergarten students. Students arrive at the nearest elementary school at the designated time and wait at the bus stop area. Buses then shuttle students to Sherman Early Childhood Center and will return them to the elementary school after dismissal. A written excuse or telephone call from a parent or guardian before 2:30 P.M. is required if a student is not to ride the bus home. If there is not a note or telephone call, the child will be put on the bus! Do not just send a verbal message with the child.
Only students assigned to buses may ride them. Special arrangements for anyone else to ride, such as an unforeseen emergency, must be arranged with the transportation supervisor, and the school must be notified of approval. The transportation department provides schedules and behavior expectations for children transported regularly. Expectations for bus behavior are shared with all classes prior to the first field trip of the year.
Any questions regarding buses or concerns with behavior should be directed to the transportation department at (970) 867-2263
Holiday Celebrations
BIRTHDAY RECOGNITION
Students are asked to get permission from the classroom teacher prior to bringing birthday treats to school to share with their class. Participation in all celebrations is voluntary! Parents need to inform the teacher if their child should not participate in classroom celebrations. Alternate activities will be provided. In an effort to emphasize a healthy lifestyle for all our students at Sherman we are encouraging all parents to consider alternatives to the traditional birthday treats as a celebration at school. Your child’s teacher will provide more information about options for celebrating your child’s special day at school at kindergarten orientation
Dress Code
Students are encouraged to dress appropriately and safely for the season and school setting/situation. Each child should be neat, clean and comfortable. Shorts and sleeveless tops may be worn in hot weather. “See through” clothes, bare midriff, and shirts with big armholes are not considered acceptable, nor are T-shirts with tobacco, alcohol, or drug advertisements or suggestive writing. Children will not be allowed to wear hats indoors with the exception of special celebration days identified by school personnel. Shoes such as flip flops, crocs, sandals with heels or slick soled shoes can create a safety issue for children in the school building and on the playground. Do help your child by choosing shoes that promote positive movement and function at school. Sneakers are recommended.
In the winter we will play outside unless it is very cold (below 20 degrees) or it is raining. We would like to encourage you to send your child to school in a warm coat with a hat, gloves, and boots if possible. If your child wears snow boots, please send a pair of shoes for them to change into for inside activities
Hair that is dyed a natural color will be acceptable. Hair dyed green, blue, etc. will not be acceptable. Also, “designs” cut into hair may be considered as disruptive to the learning environment of other students.
Children will not be allowed to wear face paint, make-up or tattoos on face or neck to school unless there is a scheduled classroom or school activity or celebration.
Web Site
The Morgan County School District Re-3 website can be found at fortmorgank12.com. You may find helpful information out about what’s for lunch to what sporting events are going on. The website for Sherman can be accessed from the School District website. Also, like us on Facebook Sherman Early Childhood Center.