HAWK TALK

Friday, January 10, 2025

CALENDAR AT A GLANCE

January 20 - MLK Holiday, school closed

February 17-18: school closed for students

School Hours and Important Times

Office Hours: 8:15 - 4:15

Instructional Hours: 8:55-4:05

Arrival: Please do not drop off students prior to 8:25 AM. We cannot provide supervision of students prior to 8:25, therefore students may not enter until this time.

Breakfast: 8:25 - 8:55 AM

Students should be in class by 8:50 AM.

Dismissal is at 4:05 PM.

Walkers/Car riders are dismissed first, followed by bus riders.

Bus students are dismissed in the order that buses arrive.

Car line: Students must enter/exit a vehicle at the sidewalk area. Please pull forward as far as possible to keep the car line moving. All students must be picked up by 4:25 PM.

Every Day Counts!

As we begin the second half of the school year, let’s work together to make January through May a time of learning, growth, and success for our students. Daily attendance is key to academic achievement and helps build strong habits for the future.

Here are some tips to support good attendance:

Establish a Routine: Set a consistent bedtime and morning routine to ensure your child gets plenty of rest and is ready to learn each day.
Plan Ahead: Schedule appointments and family trips outside of school hours whenever possible.
Communicate: If your child is feeling unwell or facing challenges, let us know so we can provide support.

Every day your child is in school is an opportunity to learn and grow. Let’s finish the school year strong by making attendance a priority!

Sneaker Ball Tickets on Sale beginning Monday, January 13!

Students must have a signed permission form in hand to purchase a ticket. Cash only.

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Change of School Assignment (COSA) Deadline January 15

The COSA application window is now open and accepting transfer requests. Last spring, the school board revised Policy JBDC, unifying the process and timeline for all transfer-related programs. These include what was known as hardship transfers, open enrollment, transfers for FCS employees’ children, Georgia Special Needs Scholarship Program transfers, and requests to schools offering IB or magnet programs. The deadline is Jan. 15. Learn more.

Attention 8th Grade Students - North Springs Magnet Programs

Laptop Fines

Students who have a lost/damaged laptop or accessory will not be able to get replacement item until the applicable fine is paid. We have been sending notices to parents of students who currently have an unpaid fine.

Students are responsible for the care of their school-issued laptop and accessories. Use of the protective case is required. If the device is damaged, lost or stolen, the fines listed below will be applied to the student’s account.

FINES: