Ensure You're Receiving All Important School Communications!
We want to make sure you're staying up-to-date with all important news from our school. Please note that PowerSchool pulls contact information differently for various departments. Emails from the main office and school nutrition may use a different contact list than those used by teachers.
If you aren’t receiving emails from all areas (teachers, main office, nutrition, etc.), please follow these steps:
- Check that each household contact has an email entered in Contact 1 and Contact 2 fields.
- Make sure the email addresses listed are current and correct.
- Make sure you have not opted out of communication through your email by hitting the unsubscribe button.
If you’ve already completed this and are still not receiving emails, especially from teachers, please ensure you have set up your PowerSchool Access Account. Each parent or guardian will need their own account.
If you need assistance setting up a PowerSchool Access Account, please contact the front office for support. We’re happy to help ensure you are fully connected. If you have done all of these steps, please contact the front office for support.
Thank you for your attention to this matter!
RELEASE OF STUDENTS DURING THE DAY
For students’ safety, Parents are required to sign a student out at the office when removing them from school.
- Students will remain in the classroom until Parents arrive to maximize instructional time.
- When anyone other than a Parent is picking up a student, they MUST have a note from a Parent. The school may contact the parent to confirm the Parent’s request.
- A Parent may also call the office and authorize the person listed as an emergency contact to pick up their student.
- Schools use Raptor as a security measure when students check in or out of school during the day.
- Picture ID will be required for anyone picking up a student
DELIVERIES
Flowers, plants, balloons, food, or other deliveries to students will not be accepted due to student allergies, storage, disruption to the school day. (i.e., Door Dash, Uber Eats, etc.)
Please note this also includes invitations. If you are choosing to send those to school, you will need to have your child deliver to peers before the day begins or at the end of the day.
LUNCH WITH YOUR CHILD
Notice of Change in Lunchtime Practices
As we continue to grow, we've encountered space limitations during lunch periods, particularly in most of our grade levels. To ensure a smooth and comfortable experience for all students, we are making some adjustments to our lunchtime practices this year.
New Guidelines:
- Lunchroom Access: Unfortunately, due to the large numbers, we are unable to accommodate parents in the lunchroom at this time.
- Alternative Options: We are pleased to offer an outdoor picnic area at the front of the school when the weather permits. Additionally, you are welcome to check your child out for a special lunch or car lunch during their lunch/recess period. We kindly ask that students return promptly to ensure they don’t miss valuable instructional time. Volunteer for a recess game or event with your child.
We greatly appreciate your understanding and flexibility as we navigate these changes with our growing population. Rest assured, we are actively working on providing many opportunities for parent involvement throughout the year, and we look forward to seeing you at various events.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership.
Dress Code Reminder!
It's very important that you and your child review and understand the West Ada Dress Code Policy before the first day of school to avoid any possible disciplinary actions. To review the dress code in its entirety, please click here.
*Please note the detail about no hats at elementary. These may only be worn outside.
ABOUT US
Website: https://www.westada.org/domain/9837
Location: 4600 W Gondola Dr, Meridian, ID, USA
Phone: (208) 350-4490
