1. Eagleville Elementary School
Kindergarten & New Student Orientation
School Year

2. School Staff Members Mr. Jason Sorgini – Principal
Mrs. Leslie Handler & Mrs. Alison Navarrete – Kindergarten Teachers
Mrs. Judi Schmitz – School Counselor
Mrs. Annette Cramer – School Nurse
Mrs. Mary Mandia – School Secretary

3. Learning, Caring, Playing, Growing
Our school theme is displayed around our campus including on the exterior wall behind the gym.

4. The School Day 8:55 Students may enter the building.
9:05 Official start time/late bell rings
11:55 AM Kindergarten dismissal
12:45 PM Kindergarten start
3:32 End of student day/dismissal

5. Transportation
Bus assignments are sent from Methacton transportation. The direct extension is
Car drop-off and pick-up of students is to left at the end of the driveway. Parents must stay in their vehicles.
Avoid dropping off students in the right hand parking lot where buses are situated.

6. The Instructional Day
Class/teacher assignment letters are mailed in August.
Academic subjects include reading/ILA, math, science, and social studies.
Specials are PE, Art, Music, and Library.
Response to Instruction and Intervention (RtII) program helps our struggling readers.
All students should have a backpack. Individual teachers may also send home a list requesting additional supplies.
Assemblies & special events are held throughout the year with info sent home in advance.

7. Policies and Procedures
Dress code can be found in the handbook on our website.
No gym uniform: be sure to wear sneakers!
Cell phones/electronic devices are prohibited.
Attendance: Call Child Check to report your child absent from school.
Forms available on the website online: educational trip, early dismissal from school, going home with a friend.
Special Custody arrangements: please share a copy with the main office.
Volunteer clearances are required. Info is available on the website.

8. Policies and Procedures
Early departure: Please call the office or send a note with your child in advance.
After school activities: Please be prompt when picking up your child.
Students may not return to classrooms after school hours.
Alert Now: district wide system of emergency alert info including school closings.
E-Alert: District-wide system of information about upcoming events and info.
Field trips are scheduled by individual grades or classes.
Recess is held every day and students go outside, weather permitting. Please dress your child for the weather.
Raptor: All visitors to school must report to the main office. Your driver license will be scanned and an ID badge issued.

9. Academic Assistance
Mrs. Begley – Reading Specialist; Mrs. Mimi Barbuto – Instructional Intervention Specialist: work with students identified as needing reading assistance through RtII program.
RtII Grades K-4; determined through universal screener tests administered 3 times per year: takes place as part of regular daily instruction in addition to reading/ILA instruction.
Math support from specialist determined by need identified through benchmark tests administered 3 times per year.

10. Extra Curricular Activities
Orchestra Grades 3-4
Chorus Grades 3-4
Band Grade 4
After-School Sports Grade 4
Environmental Club Grade 4
Safety Patrol Grade 4

11. Nutritional Information
Mrs. Terri Price is our Cafeteria Manager.
Breakfast and Lunch are served daily.
Pricing info will be sent home at the beginning of the year.
Lunch Tickets are available for purchase.
Menus are issued at the beginning of each month.
Free and reduced lunch forms are available in the main office for those who qualify.

12. School Counselor and Nurse
Mrs. Judi Schmitz: Counselor
Mrs. Annette Cramer:
Nurse

13. Home and School Association
There are many opportunities to get involved!
Many events are held throughout the year.
Parents provide support for the educational program by serving as lunchroom helpers, homeroom parents, chaperones, and teacher-requested assistants.
Home and School President for is Cheryl Kelly.

14. The School Year
We are excited to begin another wonderful school year at Eagleville.
Please refer to the district/school website and the school handbook for all official policies and procedures.
Welcome to Eagleville!