Frequently Asked Questions (2012-2013)

1. What is the bell schedule? FIRST PERIOD begins @ 8:05.

2. When can students go to their lockers? PMS does NOT use hallway lockers.

3. What about backpacks? Any type of backpack may be carried throughout the school day.

4. What about textbooks? Sufficient books are available to allow for school and home copies, except

for the new math adoption. Teachers will keep a class set of textbooks in the room for class use,

but students are expected to take student-issued copies home. Some textbooks are also

available on-line, but students should not leave their textbooks at school on a regular basis, except

for math.

5. What can I wear to school? You can find these answers in the DRESS CODE.

6. What do I bring the first day of school? A binder, paper, pen and a smile!

7. How do I request homework if my child is absent? Please call 594-2000 and let the receptionist,

know that you would like to request make-up work for your child.

8. How do I find out if my child has any homework? Please ask your student to write homework

assignments on his/her Agenda Page. You may check this daily. Teachers may be contacted via

email through the Staff link.

9. What do I do if my child has a doctor's appointment that will cause him to be tardy or miss class?

Please bring a note from the doctor when your student returns to school. If a student leaves during

the school day, a parent must sign them out. When the student returns to school, don't forget the

doctor's note. Absences due to doctor's visits are not counted against the student.

10. How can I contact the teachers? You may call the school and request to leave a message for the

teacher(s) to contact you during their conference period. You may also email teachers. All staff

emails and phone numbers are listed on the staff page. Please allow teachers at least 24 hours to

respond to either phone or email.

11. How do I call the cafeteria if I have questions about lunch money? Please call 594-2000 and ask

for the Cafeteria Manager.

12. What is the phone number for Peterman Transportation, if I have a bus related question? 251-3511

13. Can I have lunch with my student? Parents/guardians may have lunch with their student after

signing in with the office. Food can only be shared with your child.

14. Can I bring flowers, gifts, or balloons to my student for their birthday or special occasion? Please

DO NOT BRING THESE ITEMS. Students can't carry them around during the day and if delivered

the student may only receive them AFTER school. The student will not get to enjoy them - Perhaps

a note delivered to them would suffice.

15. Can students bring blankets and stuffed animals to school? No, these items are not allowed.

16. How can I volunteer to help at PMS? Please call 594-2000 and ask that a message be left for the

PTO President – we appreciate ALL volunteers! All volunteers must register on the district website and be cleared before working with kids.

17. What time should I pick up my student from football games, volleyball games, dances, etc? All "B"

team football games end around 6:30pm or so, while the "A" games end around 8:30pm. All "B"

team volleyball games end around 6:30pm or so while the "A" games end around 7:45pm. All

dances end at 9:00 pm. Please try to be here before the event ends. Keep in touch with coaches,

band, choir, and orchestra teachers for ending times of other events.

18. When do progress reports and reports go home? Progress reports are sent home every 3 wks and

report cards @ 9 wks - dates are posted on the school calendar. If you do not receive a report at

the appropriate time, please contact the school.

19. How much are PE uniforms, band instruments, etc..? PE uniforms are a gray shirt and blue or

black shorts, the school does not rent or purchase instruments; however, talk to the band director

on your instrument options.