Important FAQs

What do I need to register my child for school?
Proof of Residence (lease agreement, purchase contract, tax bill, utility bill, etc...) Driver's license and checkbooks will not be accepted.
Birth Certificate - Your child must turn 5 years old by September 30, 2007 to be enrolled in kindergarten in the 2007-2008 school year.
Physical Exam and Immunizations - The physical exam must have been performed within 12 months prior to your child's entrance into public school.
Social Security Cards - Required by state and federal law effective January 1, 1998. You are strongly encouraged to provide the school with a copy of the card.

What time does school start?
School begins at 9:10a.m. Breakfast students may enter the building at 8:55a.m. Please do not drop off students before 9:00a.m. Students arriving after 9:10a.m. will need to report to the office to receive a tardy pass.

What time is morning and afternoon kindergarten?
We are proud to announce that all kindergarten classes are full day. Kindergarteners arrive and depart at the same time as all other grade levels.

Is my child tardy if the bus is late?
NO. Students do not need a tardy pass if they arrive by bus.

What time is dismissal?
School ends at 3:40p.m. The "get ready" bell will ring at 3:30p.m. Bus riders and car riders are dismissed by grade level starting around 3:40p.m.

What if I want to pick my child up from school and he/she normally rides a bus?
PLEASE call the office and/or send a note to your child's teacher. The office is not able to call a student for release after 3:30p.m.

Can my child ride a different bus home with a friend?
PLEASE send a note for any change in transportation. We cannot allow students to ride a different bus unless a note is sent to the teacher or a phone call is made to the office prior to dismissal.

How can I update my child's emergency card?
It is very important that we have updated information on file for every student. Please send any changes to your child's teacher or call the office as soon as possible. We will make the necessary change to the emergency card immediately.

Can someone else pick up my child from school?
We will not release your child to anyone not listed on the emergency card. A picture I.D. must be presented when picking up your child. Please be sure the information on the card is current and updated with the office if there are any changes.

How much does lunch and breakfast cost?
Student lunch - $2.00, Student breakfast - $1.20

How do I add money to my child's lunch/breakfast account?
Each student has a debit card account that will follow your child to any Prince William County School until graduation. You may send in cash or a check made payable to PWCSFS (Prince William County Schools Food Services). Please put your child's first and last name in the memo section of the check so that the proper account is credited.

Can I have lunch with my child?
YES. Please visit the office upon arrival, sign in and leave a picture I.D. This is a county procedure and it will be adhered to. The safety of every student is our priority. Don't forget to sign out and take your I.D. with you.

Can I volunteer in the office or in my child's classroom?
Without volunteers, some things would not be possible. We appreciate any time that you can give and welcome you to our school. Please remember to sign the Volunteer Log in the office. As always, thank you for your time and dedication.

Can photos of students be published on the website?
Student Photos—The Big Picture
Pictures are a vital part of telling the PWCS story. According to current policies and regulations, photographs and video images of any student engaged in school activities may be produced and used in any School Division program, publication, or exhibit, if deemed appropriate by the principal or other School Division designee. Photos and images may also be authorized for use by external entities, such as the news media and scholarship providers, so long as this is in the best interests of students, the school, and School Division, and complies with other regulation guidelines. Any parent wishing to avoid use of student photos and images by external organizations may fill-out and submit an opt-out form. This form can be obtained from your child's school.