WELCOME TO FAQ FOR TUSCAN ELEMENTARY………we hope you like the new format and find it more user friendly!! Questions or feedback? Please email me at momfinla@yahoo.com.
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Please visit Helpful Links on our homepage or visit the district website by following this link: http://www.somsd.k12.nj.us/somsd/site/default.asp.
You can also reach out to your PTA (Contact Us on our homepage) or the Tuscan Elementary Main Office (973) 378-5221.
Below is a list of topics you can reach by clicking on the link, or simply scroll down to review:
Tuscan Staff and Contact Information
Tuscan Teaching Staff
School Hours, Line-Up/Pick-Up Procedures
Inclement Weather Information
Other FAQ
Board of Education and Superintendent Information
FOR DISTRICT INFO AND ANNOUNCEMENTS, PLEASE FOLLOW LINK: District Info and Announcements
TUSCAN STAFF AND CONTACT INFORMATION
TUSCAN TEACHING STAFF LIST
http://www.somsd.k12.nj.us/somsd/FlexBase/FlexBase.asp?DirectoryID=1
You can generate a list of Tuscan Elementary Staff by accessing the district website through the link above and choosing "Tuscan" in the Building Drop Down Menu, then clicking Submit.
SCHOOL HOURS, LINE-UP/PICK-UP PROCEDURES
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Regular School Hours:
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8:45 am – 3:15 pm
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Half Day School Hours:
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8:45 am – 12:45 pm
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Lunch/Recess Hours by Grade:
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K 12:55 – 1:15 & 1:15 – 1:50 pm
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FIRST 11:00 – 11:20 & 11:20 – 11:55 am
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SECOND 11:25 – 11:45 am & 11:45 am – 12:20 pm
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THIRD 12:30 – 12:50 & 12:50 – 1:25 pm
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FOURTH 11:50 am – 12:10 pm & 12:10 – 12:45 pm
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FIFTH 12:10 – 12:30 & 12:30 – 1:00 pm
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Arrival Procedures
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Please do not arrive before 8:30 am. Students will be met by their teacher at 8:40 am and escorted to class. (Please see Inclement Weather Arrival info below.)
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Procedures for LATE Arrival
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If a student is late, please tell them to go directly to the office to obtain a late pass. If this is a planned event (i.e. doctor’s appt) please leave a message on the main office number as well.
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Line Up/Pick Up Procedures
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Student line-up/pick-up procedures are established at the start of each school year. Students new to Tuscan, should contact the main office regarding their first day.
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INCLEMENT WEATHER INFORMATION
Please note that the PTA will also assist in disseminating Inclement Weather Announcements through email blasts and website updates.
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Inclement Weather Arrival
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The best time to arrive on inclement weather days is 8:40 am when teachers are available to welcome students into their classroom. Please know when appropriate supervision is available, students MAY be permitted to enter the building at 8:35 am. For details, and where your student should go on early entry, please follow this link. 2009 Arrival-Dismissal and Inclement Weather Letter from Principal Majeed |
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School Day Cancelled
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For no school, you will hear a one minute sounding of the Civil Defense Siren at 7:00 am on the day of closing. There is also an automated dialing system that will contact you, usually by 6:00 am.
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Delayed Opening @ 10:40 am
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For a delayed school opening, you will hear three 15-second blasts of the Civil Defense Siren at 7:00 am, 8:00 am and 9:00 am.
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Early Dismissal
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For an early dismissal, either your class parent or the school administration will attempt to contact you. They will NOT allow your child to go home, unless they have either spoken with you or someone on your emergency contact list that can take responsibility for them. If it looks like there may be substantial snow during school hours, please make sure your emergency contact is available.
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OTHER FAQ
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My Child Forgot their Lunch:
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If you are able to drop their lunch by the office before their scheduled lunch time, please do so. In the event you are not able to and your child does not have a school cafeteria account, the lunch aids will give your child a peanut butter sandwich.
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Lunch Account Info:
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To learn how to set up an account for your child, please visit the Lunch and Recess tab on our homepage for up-to-date information.
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Lost and Found:
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All Lost and Found items are in the stairwell outside of the cafeteria, leading to the playground. Items are donated to charities several times a year, so please check as soon as you realize an item has been lost.
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School NURSE and
Student Medication:
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Please DO NOT send your child to school with medication, assuming they will take it themselves. All medication must be taken to the school Nurse in its original container with explicit instructions on how and when to administer. If you child suffers from a chronic condition (asthma, diabetes) please contact the Nurse ASAP to discuss treatment plans for your child.
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School NURSE and
the Student that is Ill:
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In the event that your child is sick during the school day, they may rest in the Nurse’s office until either the guardian or your emergency contact is able to pick them up. Please confirm your emergency contact information is correct.
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Special Services:
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If you have any questions regarding Special Services for your child, please visit the Special Services tab on our homepage for helpful information and guidance.
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Before/After School Care:
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The South Mountain YMCA runs the before school program and can be reached at (973) 762-4145. The Maplewood Dept of Recreation runs the after school program and can be reached at (973) 762-0183. The PTA is not affiliated with either of these programs.
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Students New to Tuscan:
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If you haven’t already, contact the District Office right away to begin your registration process. They can be reached at (973) 762-5900. They will then provide guidance as to what your next step will be such as proof of residence, transferring of school records, etc.
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BOARD OF EDUCATION AND SUPERINTENDENT INFORMATION
http://www.somsd.k12.nj.us/189610121793241930/site/default.asp