Welcome To Hodge Elementary

INFOSNAP… is Denton ISD’s online student registration system that allows parents/guardians to complete the student registration process from anywhere they can connect to the Internet by computer or mobile device. This system is designed to help replace hard copy registration and permission forms, while reducing the long lines normally associated with student registration. The Infosnap portal can be accessed through Denton ISD’s website under the Parent Tab. Once on the parent tab, click on registration tab and complete the appropriate registration tab for your child.

New Denton ISD students will access the New Student portal on or after July 6 th to add their child into the district’s system. Please watch Denton ISD’s website for updates.  NEW STUDENTS are defined as students that are not currently enrolled in a Denton ISD pre-school program (Ann Windle, Gonzalez, Borman, Cross Oaks, Savannah & Stephens) or in an Denton ISD elementary school. These families must go online and complete the New Student Online Registration application, system opens on July 6th. Families will be notified in August to bring *required documents (valid birth certificate and/or passport, social security card, updated immunizations, proof of residency, valid parent/guardian ID and printed infosnap verification of enrollment form) to campus to complete registration process. *Students will not be assigned a classroom teacher until all required documents are received. The Infosnap portal can be accessed through Denton ISD’s website under the Parent Tab. Once on the parent tab, click on registration tab and complete the appropriate registration tab for your child.

Returning students will receive an on or around July 27 th with information on how to complete their child’s enrollment verification. Returning families can access the Returning Student portal once they receive their with their snapcode. Please watch Denton ISD’s website for updates.  RETURNING STUDENTS are defined as students that are currently enrolled (completed the school year enrolled in a Denton ISD campus). Campuses include the following Denton ISD pre- school programs: Ann Windle, Gonzalez, Borman, Cross Oaks, Savannah & Stephens and/or in an Denton ISD elementary school. These families will complete the Returning Registration with the snapcode provided in their July . The Infosnap portal can be accessed through Denton ISD’s website under the Parent Tab. Once on the parent tab, click on registration tab and complete the appropriate registration tab for your child.

 July 6 – Infosnap portal opens for NEW Students to register  July 27 – Infosnap portal opens for Returning Students to register (snapcode required, see July )  August 4, 6 & 7  Campus hours 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Verification Forms, proof of residency and required updated documents may be dropped off at the campus during these times. Computer labs open with limited office personnel available to assist parents during this time.  August 5  Campus hours 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Verification Forms, proof of residency and updated required documents may be dropped off at the campus during these times. Computer labs open with additional staff available to assist families with computer access and translation. To insure your registration is completed in a timely manner, it is recommended families requiring assistance come in on this day.  August 12 – Kindergarten Camp 9-11:00 a.m.  Students and teachers will rotate through the Kindergarten classrooms to prepare for the first day of school. Registration must be complete for students to attend this event. Snacks provided for students.  August 20 – Meet the Teacher 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.  August 24 – First Day of School – 7:50 a.m. start time/2:50 p.m. dismissal

7:35 a.m. – First Bell Students may walk to class 7:50 a.m. – Second Bell Official start of the school day 8:00 a.m. or later arrival Parent/Guardian must sign student in at the front office 1:30 p.m. Transportation changes not made after this time 2:30 p.m. Students will not be called out of class after this time 2:50 p.m. – Dismissal Bell Official end of the school day

STUDENTS MUST ATTEND SCHOOL EVERY DAY  Any child at the age of 6 by September 1 (2015) must attend school until his/her 18th birthday.  Any child who is younger than 6, once enrolled, is subject to Compulsory Attendance Laws.

When is a student in violation of the compulsory attendance law?  A student who has three unexcused/unverified absences in a 4-week time period or 10 unexcused absences in a 6-month time period is determined to be in violation of the Compulsory Attendance Law.

What is an unexcused absence?  An unexcused absence is an absence that does not fall within the state or district guidelines (see excused absences) despite documentation meeting district time lines. What is an unverified absence?  Documentation not received within 72 hour time frame. Or may have been turned in within the 72 hour time frame but the reason is not acceptable.

What is an excused absence? The following are approved district absences (if documented):  Medical illness  Board-approved extracurricular activities  Medical appointments, screenings, etc.  Juvenile or other court proceedings  Absences required by state or local welfare authorities  Approved college visitations for Juniors and Seniors only  Death and/or serious illness of an immediate family member  Religious holy days  Family emergencies (approved by administrators)  Weather and road conditions that make traveling dangerous  Quarantine  Deployment of immediate family members

If a student is habitually late or frequently leaves early, the school can take court action to ensure your child receives the maximum amount of instructional time daily. The TEC: Sec states, “(a) An individual commits an offense if the individual fails to attend school on 10 or more days or parts of days within a six-month period in the same school year or on three or more days or parts of days within a four-week period.”  In grades Pre K – 5, “parts of days” may be defined as 15 minutes or more of instructional time throughout the day. If a student consistently misses any part of the school day including, but not limited to, coming in late or leaving early, a district attendance letter may be sent to parents warning them of possible court action if the LOSIT continues.

When your child is absent, we ask that you please turn in all notes to the front office. Please do not turn in notes to the classroom teacher. By following this simple rule, you could save yourself from unnecessary problems. If you have questions about attendance, please give us a call: Attendance Liaison

A records request form must be completed before records can be released. See website for appropriate form. This includes:  Verification of Enrollment  Attendance Records  Immunization Records  Birth Certificate  Report Card  Cumulative File  Standardized Test Scores

Armandina Austin Counselor (940) Rhonda Dowling Campus Secretary/Registrar (940) (Direct) Sandra Underwood Nurse (940) (Direct) Kim Woodson Receptionist/Registrar/Attendance Clerk (940) (Main) (940) (Direct)