When will I find out who my child’s teacher is?
You will receive information about your child’s class placement in August. Teachers often follow-up with a letter introducing themselves to your child before school starts.
How will I find out bus numbers and routes?
A detailed student transportation record is kept in the main office at each school. You will receive an email from Region 10 during the summer asking you to complete your child’s registration information and outline their weekly transportation arrangements before the start of the school year. Please submit this information as soon as possible. This information is critical for the assignment of bus routes. It is important to notify the office of any changes in your child’s schedule during the school year so that our files remain current at all times.
Bus routes and stops are developed to maximize safety and efficiency. To this end, the Board of Education may accommodate one permanent Monday through Friday pick-up and drop-off schedule for each child per school year provided it is along established bus routes. In the event a permanent change to a pick-up and drop-off schedule is needed during a school year, a written request must be submitted to the school principal at least three weeks in advance of such change. School administrators and office personnel will work with families to support last minute emergencies that impact childcare arrangements and transportation. (Region 10 BOE Policy 3541.2)
Region 10 contracts with All Star Transportation for bus service. Bus routes are available on the Region 10 website at the end of August: www.region10ct.org
All Star Transportation can be reached at 860-605-9285
What should my child wear to school?
Your child should wear comfortable clothes. Children are happier and more secure when they can manage their clothing without assistance, i.e., when boots fit properly, when zippers are workable, when buttons are manageable, etc. It is important that your child wears sneakers on the days that they are scheduled for PE. Children go out to recess regularly and appropriate outside clothing is necessary. Labeling outerwear and sweatshirts/sweaters with your child’s name is essential.
What supplies should my child bring to school?
We request that every child bring a regular-size backpack each day to carry notes, paper and books to and from school. Also, have your child’s name written on the bag to identify it easily. Make it a daily routine to check your child’s backpack as there will often be materials or information that will be important for you to see. All other required supplies are provided by Region 10, though teachers may make suggestions of other helpful items that you can provide for your child at the start of the school year.
Where can I find the school calendar?
The Region 10 school calendars for the current year and upcoming year(s) are available on the district website, under the 'District Information' menu, www.region10ct.org
Building calendars can be accessed on the homepages of their websites.
Can my kindergarten student buy lunch?
Yes. We ask that our kindergarten students bring lunch to school during the first week of school. During the second week of school kindergarten students usually start buying lunch. Your school/teacher will let you know when they can begin.
Information about Nutrition Services, including cafeteria menus, is located under the 'Parents' menu of the district website, where you will also find information about the free/reduced meals program, www.region10ct.org/parents
What are the policies related to snacks?
Details about how snacks are managed in your child’s classroom will be sent home by your child’s teacher at the beginning of the school year.
The Region 10 Board of Education has established a wellness policy. We ask that you assist us in promoting healthy lifestyles by sending healthy snacks to school such as fruits, vegetables, whole grain crackers, etc. Children are not allowed to share food at any time.
How are school delays and closings announced?
Early morning inclement weather closings and delays will be sent to the parent/guardian email address and phone number on file. Parent Notification System messages are also sent to registered email addresses and phone numbers for early dismissals.
When will I be able to confer with my child’s teacher about his/her progress in school?
Parents are encouraged to contact the classroom teacher at any time during the school year. Two scheduled parent-teacher conferences are held: one during November, and the second during March. Progress reports are shared with families three times each year – November, March and June.
What if I have other questions?
The district’s parent webpage, www.region10ct.org/parents, is a good place to look for additional information. You can also refer to the HCS or LGS website.
