Falcon's Nest
Alcova Elementary School
September 21, 2020
Principal's Message
Dear Alcova Family!
WELCOME BACK!
Today is a great day! We have now brought in all of our in-person students into the doors and classrooms of Alcova. I would like to applaud our students on doing such a wonderful job of following procedures, wearing their masks and being patient with the "new" way of doing school. Kudos also to YOU, parents, for doing an outstanding job ensuring that they were prepared to return. We have such a strong community!
Here are some updates for you:
1. Students must wear masks at school (We have some at school should they come without them but we need for ALL students to remember their mask.)
2. Our digital students are doing a GREAT job learning virtually! We know that it is a transition for all, but we are proud of our students for staying focused during the day. We have such a strong digital community!
3. Students should be online from 8:15 AM until the end of the day which usually ends no later than 2:45 PM. With teachers trying to teach live at a higher level, they will need to have the students on during a normal school day. Please make sure they are on and engaged in a quiet space void of distractions and others.
STUDENT PROGRESS AND PROGRESS REPORTS
This Friday, all teachers will send home progress reports. Please review with your child and connect with your child's teacher with any questions.
ALL CHROMEBOOKS ARE TO RETURN TO SCHOOL FROM IN-PERSON STUDENTS
Parents,
Please begin to return Chromebooks back to school if your child is IN-PERSON. If they are digital, they will keep them. In the meantime, if your child is an in-person student, please return the device with your student to use in class. Please return with the power cord (must) in the bag provided (if you still have the bag).
TRANSPORTATION UPDATES:
Car Riders: Back of School (car rider lane)
- Please have students get out of the car on the right side (curb) when exiting cars
- All adults/parents should remain in cars while children get out of cars
Late to School:
- If it is after 8:15 AM, they will have to be accompanied by an adult at the front door and sign them in.
- If you check them out before 11:15 AM, they will not get attendance credit for the day
Check outs:
- Please bring in an ID and wear a mask to check out students
- 2:15 PM is the last time to check out students
- Any time after 11:15 AM will give the student credit for attendance
Bus Lane:
- Please do not come to the bus lane while buses are present which is typically from 7:30 AM-8:30 AM. You will be asked to stop and park or go around to the car rider lane. There are red signs at the entrance that give more detail to this rule
FREE FOOD! FREE FOOD!
From today-December 31st, ALL breakfast and lunch is absolutely free!
Please continue to fill out all forms for Free/Reduced lunch on the school website
OUTREACH
Parents,
Our school is aware that this may be a challenging time for you and your families. Please don't hesitate to contact us at 678-376-8500 to let us know how we can help. We have people who can assist you, so your communication is key. Thank you!
PARENT PORTAL ACCOUNT
The Parent Portal is a website that allows you to log in and see your child's information, such as attendance, grades, standardized test scores, etc.
If you need to register with the portal, please print and complete this registration form and turn it in to the main office. Along with the completed form, you are required to show a photo I.D. for verification.