Welcome Washington Parents

Traditional/Hybrid Path Welcome Letter

Cohort 1 Calendar

Cohort 2 Calendar

Online Path Welcome Letter

MORNING ARRIVAL  8:45-8:58 a.m. (Tardy bell rings at 8:58)

Beginning at 8:45 a.m., students being dropped off may enter through the main entry and go directly to their classrooms.  Staff will be available to assist.  NO STUDENT MAY EXIT A VEHICLE PRIOR TO 8:45 a.m.

• Parents may ONLY use the main parking lot in front of the school; including the spaces through the gated area near the gym.  No parent drop-offs are allowed in the bus loop area.
• Due to limited parking, please consider using the drop off/pick up lane. When using the drop-off lane, parents should pull up to the front of the lane, let their students out quickly, then move along so that the next cars can drop-off.  There is NO parking in the drop-off lane and drivers should NOT exit the vehicle!
• If you choose to walk your child to the front entry door, you must park in a parking space.  Use caution and watch for vehicles.  Abide by all regular parking rules, including leaving Handicap spaces for drivers with the proper designation.  Do not block driveways or crosswalks.
• Parents MAY NOT accompany students into the building under any circumstances.
• Pack your patience and caution!  These procedures are for the safety of all students.

AFTERNOON DISMISSAL  12:03 on 1/2 days, 1:10 on 4-Hour Day Schedule
 

• Bussers will be dismissed from their classrooms first, beginning with Kindergarten students being escorted by staff members.
• Pick-Up for Grades K-3: Parents MUST PARK IN A PARKING SPACE and walk to the grassy area near the playpad and gates.  Teachers will bring students out to a designated classroom area on the playpad to release children to parents.
• Pick-Up for Grades 4-5: Parents may use the pick-up/drop-off lane, however you MUST REMAIN in your vehicle.
• Families with both K-3 and 4-5 students will park and pick up all of their children from the playpad area near the gates.
• Please stay socially distanced when picking up your child.

Procedures will be re-evaluated should the state enter Phase 5 or Phase 6.

Students are asked to bring their device with them to school each day and charged 80% or more.

Important Device Information

Información IMPORTANTE del dispositivo

Installing School Apps onto iPads

Connecting iPad to Wi-Fi

Connecting Chromebook to Wi-Fi

Email: Technology@romeok12.org

I don’t have internet access, what should I do?
To see if you qualify for reduced cost internet access, please visit: Michigan Home Internet Options

Technology Handbook:

RCS Technology Handbook - "Connected for Success"
RCS Manual de tecnología - "Conectados Para el Éxito"
FORM 7 Parent Approval to Remove the Device from School

PowerSchool Portal:

PowerSchool Parent Portal Instructions
The Parent Portal gives parents the ability to view their children's grades, attendance, and other school information securely via the Internet.

Web:

If you do NOT give permission for your child’s work or photo to be published on the school website, please print and sign Denial of Permission to Publish to RCS Website and return it to the school.

Common Sense Media helps families make smart media choices.

FACE MASKS REQUIRED

In accordance with the district's COVID-19 Preparedness Plan, students and staff will wear masks throughout the school day, on buses, in classrooms and common areas.  Daily mask breaks will be scheduled for students in Y5-5th grade.

Face Mask Waiver Request:

If your child has a medical condition that does not allow them to tolerate wearing a face mask, you must have your child's primary care physician complete the COVID-19 Face Covering Medical Waiver Form that has been provided by the Macomb County Health Department.

Unless otherwise indicated by your doctor, a face shield will be required with an approved waiver form in all areas where a mask is required.  The district will provide all students on an approved waiver with a face shield.

If your waiver is not submitted prior to the start of school, your child will be required to follow the face mask protocols until the waiver is approved.  Our school will make sure the appropriate staff are informed of students who are on an approved waiver.

Washington adheres to State of Michigan school policy regarding the dispensation of medication. Any medication, whether sold over the counter or dispensed by a pharmacist, must be brought to the office by the parent/guardian. Students may NOT bring medication(s) to school.

A Request for Administration of Medication to Student form MUST be completed and signed by the attending physician and parent/guardian. This form is required for over-the-counter and prescription medicines.  Forms are available here and in the school office.

If your child has asthma, severe allergies or diabetes, a management plan form MUST be filled out and given to the school office. All medication must be in the original container, clearly labeled with the student’s name, dosage, and doctor’s name/phone number.

Emergency Care Plan
Plan de Atención de Emergencia
Emergency Medication Plan - Food Allergy
Emergency Medication Plan - Insect Sting Allergy
Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Instruction Sheet
Request for Administration of Medication to Student
Request for Self-Possession Self-Administration of Medication
Allergy Questionnaire
Asthma Management Plan
Health Care Plan for Student with Diabetes
Student with Seizure Disorder Parent / Physician Questionnaire

Washington Elementary PTO Facebook Page

The SACC program is offered at Washington Elementary from 6:30 - 9:00 a.m. and 1:10 - 5:30 p.m. on the child's Cohort days only.  Last names A-L; SACC available Monday & Thursday.  Last names M-Z; SACC available Tuesday & Friday. *Free lunches offered to all students* There is no SACC available on Wednesdays - All Remote Days.

All interested parents, or questions about SACC should be directed to the Early Childhood Services Department at 586-752-0314.  Washington is unable to accept SACC registration forms.

Students may not be dropped off at school prior to 8:45 a.m. Should your schedule need a drop off time prior to 8:45 a.m., please contact the Early Childhood Department regarding SACC.

WASHINGTON SACC: 586-651-8350

School Supply List

This is a list of suggested school supplies.  Students will have their own supplies kept in their desk or in their own containers to avoid unnecessary touching of others' materials.  Please do not feel that you need to have everything ready to get the year started. We also have basic supplies available in the building. Teachers will provide additional details in their Meet the Teacher videos.

2020-2021 Student-Parent Handbook