Secondary FAQ

Starting of the School Year

When is the first day of school?

Monday, August 29, 2011

How will I know what supplies my elementary children will need?

The supply lists for each grade are listed under the Parent tab.

When are the Open Houses, Parent Orientations and Back-to-School Nights?

Open House:

Grades PreK-6, August 25, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

New Parent Orientation (for parents only)

Grades PreK-6, August 22, 7:00 p.m.

Back-to-School Nights

Grades 1-6, September 1, 7:00 p.m. (for parents only)
Grades 7-12, August 25, 7:00 p.m.

The School Day

When does the school day begin and end?

Begins - 8:12 a.m.
Ends - Pre-K & Kindergarten: 11:30 a.m./Grades 1-12: 2:54 p.m.

When is chapel?

Every Thursday

What is sold in the cafeteria?

Cold drinks, a la carte items, hot platters
Menus are posted in the high school, sent home in the elementary school, and are available on our web site at www.bbsk12.org under For Parents.

What is the dress code?

Elementary...see "Dress Code" website link under "Elementary"
M.S/H.S...see "Dress Code" website link under "Secondary"

What is the discipline code?

Elementary...see handbook, section 4.02
M.S./H.S...see handbook, section 5.01, 5.02

When is the earliest children can be dropped off in the morning and when are they to be picked up after school?

Morning: 7:45 a.m. (7:30 a.m. in the elementary for a fee)
Afternoon: Kindergarten...11:30 a.m.; Grades 1-12...2:54 p.m.

If I drive my children to school, where do I drop them off and where do I pick them up?

Elementary in the lower parking lot
M.S./H.S. in the upper parking lot

Is there a penalty if I am late picking up my children?

Elementary: see handbook, section 3.194

Transportation

Whom do I call about busing problems?

Your local school district

How do I schedule transportation for my child?

Notify us

Does the school allow student drivers?

Yes. Please see M.S./H.S. handbook, section 3.182

Absence and Homework Policies

Do I need to notify the school if my child is absent?

Elementary: Yes. Please call 737-3550, ext. 155 prior to 7:30 a.m.
M.S./H.S: Yes. Please call 737-3550, option 5

When is an absence excused?

Elementary: see handbook, section 3.041
M.S./H.S: see handbook, section 3.041

How do I get my absent child's homework?

Elementary: see handbook, section 2.07
M.S./H.S: see handbook, section 2.10

When my child returns to school, what am I required to do?

Elementary: see handbook, section 3.042
M.S./H.S: see handbook, section 3.042

Communications

How will I know if the school is closed due to inclement weather?

Television: WHP21, WGAL 8, OR WHTM 27
Radio: WHP 580 AM
BBS Web site at www.bbks12.org
You will receive an automated telephone message

Whom do I call ...?

1. When my child is absent from school?

Elementary call extension 155 before 7:30 a.m.
M.S./H.S. call extension 737-3550 option 5

2. For information about public school busing?

Mrs. Lisa Haverl, extension 121

3. With questions about tuition payments, late fees, activity fees, etc.?

Mrs. Tammy Strube, Financial Office, extension 122

4. For my absent child's homework assignments?

After one day, the elementary office, ext. 155; M.S./H.S. office, ext. 130

5. With elementary discipline questions?

Your child's teacher

6. With middle/high school discipline questions?

The teacher who administered the discipline

7. With questions about my child's school work?

Your child's teacher

How does the school communicate with parents?

In July, a yearly calendar is mailed
An elementary newsletter is sent home weekly
Monthly, the BBS Link is sent home in grades PK-8 and mailed to high school families
Elementary folders containing your children's work are sent home weekly
The Board minutes and financial reports are available for review in the office
Grades, attendance, and discipline records are on Edline. The office will notify you how to acess this web based site.

What are the school's extension numbers?

155 - Elementary Office
130 - M.S./H.S. Office and Athletic Department
122 - Financial Office
121 - Admissions

Are there volunteer opportunities?

During Elementary Back-to-School Night, you can fill out the Parent Volunteer Form

Extracurricular

Sports

When do the sports seasons begin?

Fall: August 16
Winter: November 22
Spring: March 7

When must my child have a physical?

H.S. before every season.
M.S. once a year before the first season

Does the school have a "cut" policy?

See M.S./H.S. handbook, section 4.04

How will I get sports schedules?

Each athlete is given a schedule for his or her sport season. Schedules are on our web site at www.bbsk12.org under Athletics. Directions to all away games are also on the website.

What are the eligibility requirements?

See M.S./H.S. handbook, section 4.02

Music

Does the school offer music lessons?

Yes. Free group instrumental lessons are given in the elementary school. Private lessons are also given. The fee is paid directly to the instructor. Please call the office for details.

Does the school have bands and choirs?

Bands in elementary and middle school/high school
Choirs in elementary, middle school, and high school

What performing opportunities are available?

Winter and spring concerts, Fine Arts Festivals, Chapel and other outreaches

Drama

Does the middle school and high school have a play?

The high school play is in the spring, which is open to middle school students.