FAQ

What do I do if my child is late?

After 8:00, report to the office via the Evans Street door, sign in and Marcia will give a key to parents to let themselves in.

Should I call in to the school if my child will be absent?

Yes. Marcia documents illnesses for the Health Dept. and informs the teachers of the absence.

Where do I find information regarding closings?

BGA follows the District 87 closing schedule. If they close for weather, we close. That doesn’t, however, mean we might not choose to close in they don’t. In that case, if there is any question, families should listen to WEEK TV (Channel 25 or 10 on cable) and WJBC radio (1230 AM).
It is the responsibility of the parent to listen to these networks to gain accurate information about school closings. If the school needs to close for reasons other than weather (water pipe break, no heat or electricity, etc.), then teachers will call all of their families.

What type of security is available for the safety of the children?

Each floor where classrooms are located are enclosed by security doors on either end. Only staff members have keys to access these doors.
Parents who arrive after 8am must sign in to receive a key for the purpose of taking their child to their classroom. In case of a fire alarm, the doors automatically unlock providing quick exits.

How soon can my child come back to school after a fever?

They must be fever free without the assistance of medication (Tylenol) for 24 hours before they can return.

What are the school office hours?

The office is open from 7:50-4:30. Messages left on the answering machine will be returned the next school day.

Can treats be brought to the school for special occasions?

Yes, preferably on a limited basis (birthdays, special celebrations, etc.) Please confirm with your child’s teacher whether there are any food allergies in the class to be aware of.

Do you have a school nurse?

No, but our administrative assistant has been trained by the health department to monitor school illnesses.

What fundraisers do you have during the school year?

There are several that will be outlined in the application packet. Or click here to see a list of our traditional fundraising opportunities.

Are there any after-school activities?

We have an after-school program that provides recreational activities but no organized or specific groups.

Do you offer selectives to the Early Learner students?

Not in the same format as the elementary/middle school selectives.
However, Early Learner students have “work time” built into their schedules at which time teachers provide materials for students to explore their choice of activities.

Do you have a school store?

The middle school students run a school store. They do the accounting for the project as part of their math curriculum. The proceeds are used for them to go on an educational and recreational over-night trip in the spring. The school store is open every Friday during set hours, and you can send money with your child if you wish them to have the chance to purchase items. Most inventory at the school store is $4 or less.

What is Community time?

A regular meeting of the whole school every Wednesday morning to celebrate as a community birthdays, compliments, activities and projects going on with different classes. We also sing songs.

Can my child start on their 3rd birthday or do they have to wait until the next fall?

Generally, a child can start as soon as they turn 3 years of age.
However, after the first part of April, it might be recommended to wait until summer camp or the fall since they will not have much time to get acclimated before the school year ends.

How does the class structure of Blooming Grove equate to the public schools for my child transferring in?

Blooming Grove’s structure for classes is based on the abilities and development of each individual child. The teachers will work with you, the parents, to determine the best class placement when enrolling your child.

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