Q: How would I know if there is a school closing, early dismissal, or delay?
A: Morey Elementary uses an automated calling system (Connect-Ed) to alert families of school events including closings, delays, and dismissals.
You can tune into any of the following radio stations or TV stations for up to date information:
RADIO TV
WSBG 93.5 FM WNEP-TV Channel 16
WVPO 840 AM WYOU-TV Channel 22
99.9 FM The Hawk Blue Ridge Cable Channel 13
Q: Can the school contact me if there is a delay or early dismissal?
A: We're sorry, due to student numbers, busy phone lines, and time constraints we are not able to do this person - to - person. However, the Connect-Ed system is able to call up to two numbers, so please make sure your information is kept up to date.
Q: What happens when there is a delay?
A:
1 HOUR DELAY: Elementary students will start at 10:10 AM. (School doors will open at 9:55 AM and arrivals after 10:10 AM will be considered late.) Buses will pick up students 1 hour later than the usual pick-up time. Breakfast and lunch WILL be served.
2 HOUR DELAY: Elementary students will start at 11:10 AM. (School doors open at 10:55 AM and arrivals after 11:10 AM will be considered late.) Morning buses will pick up students 2 hours later than the usual pick-up time. Breakfast will be served. Lunch WILL be served but may be later than normal. Please be sure that children have something to eat before coming to school.
3 HOUR DELAY: Elementary students will start at 12:10 PM. (School doors will open at 11:55 AM and arrivals after 12:10 PM will be considered late. Breakfast will NOT be served. There are no options for lunch purchasers. Cheese pizza will be the only item available to students buying lunch.
In all delay situations dismissal is at 3:45 PM.
Q: At what age can my child begin Kindergarten?
A: The entrance age for kindergarten students of the Stroudsburg Area School District shall be five (5) years or by September 1st. This age requirement also applies to out of state, public and private school transfer students.
Q: What do I need to register my child?
A: Please contact Morey School at 570-476-7928 and ask for new enrollment information. In order to complete the process, you will need the following information:
Personal Information
- Original Birth Certificate or Passport
- Up-to date Immunization Records
- Two official Proofs of Residency, e.g.: current utility bills, lease or deed, payment of earned income tax from Berkheimer Associates, selective service card, voter registration card, registration of motor vehicle card, driver's license, and automobile insurance card.
- Your most recent report card or grades to date / transcripts
- Educational Testing results / scores (i.e.) CAT, PSSW, IOWA, etc)
- IEP's CER's, Psychological/Psychiatric reports
District Forms (Pick up at school office)
- Student Registration Form - A fully completed registration form with parent/guardian signature.
- PIN# (Property Identification Number) which can be found on your tax bill or by calling your local tax collector or the county Tax Assessor's Office at (570) 420-3412.
- Signed Weapons Document to be signed in the presence of a school representative.
- ESL Survey
- Fully Completed Release of Records form (including address of former school)
- Fully Completed Emergency Card - both sides. (must have two local emergency contact phone numbers).
- Signed Parental Consent for Use of Student Photograph, Videotape, or Other Image Document.
- Transportation Registration (this will be completed by the office on the elementary and intermediate level)
- Student History, Free / Reduced Lunch, Custody Papers, Alternate Bus stop Form, or any specially designed school or guidance forms.
When a special education student transfers to the Stroudsburg Area School District from another Pennsylvania school district, our district will maintain the IEP from the previous Pennsylvania school district pending preparation and implementation of a new IEP.
Q: How can I pay for my child's lunch(es)?
A: Please send in cash, or check payable to SASD CAFÉ in a sealed envelope with your child's name and ID number, teacher's name, and "lunch $" written on the front.
Q: What is the routine for dropping off or picking up my child at dismissal time?
A:
Morning Drop-off: Cars will be directed to the Stroudsburg High School entrance facing Morey. The parent access road will be open between 8:35 and 8:45 and will reopen at 8:55 or when buses have unloaded and departed. Please note only buses will have access to the Morey Main Street Entrance between 8:15 - 9:10 and 3:00 - 4:00.
You will drive around the building. Vehicles must be in park (emergency brake engaged if your vehicle is a standard). Please wait for a staff member to open the car door for your child to exit. Students will be admitted at the entrance on the east side of the building beginning at 8:35. After 9:10 students are late. If there is an excessive car line students will not be considered late. When students arrive after 9:10 you must sign them in at the office.
Since you will be in a line to drop off your child, it will not be feasible to walk your child into the building each morning.
Afternoon Pick-up: Children who will be picked up by car/truck at the end of the day must have a note informing the teacher and office regarding who will pick up your child. Cars should use the access road from Stroudsburg High School facing Morey. The gate will open from 3:35 until approximately 3:45 or until the buses start to load. Cars will be directed to the east side of the building for parent pick up (side facing Pocono Creek). The gate will reopen when the buses depart. Vehicle must be in park (emergency brake engaged if your vehicle is a standard). A staff member will open your car door, place child in seat, and secure safety belt. Please be sure to follow the State Law for child safety seats and restraints.
Walkers - AM: Students will cross at Main Street light with the assistance of school security. Students should walk up and down the stairs on the west side of the building and enter near the multipurpose room. Doors for students coming for breakfast will open at 8:35 and non-breakfast students at 9:00. Front doors will be secured and no students are to enter through the front doors unless they are coming in late.
Walkers - PM: Students will exit at doors on the west side of the building. A staff member will release students to you beginning at 3:43. Please follow the directions of school security regarding pick-up (stay inside the railing, walk across Main Street for your student (please do not wave students across the street), no bicycles, skateboards, etc. in pick up area).
We ask parents to be patient and considerate as you wait in line to drop-off or pick-up your child. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. The safety of the children is the primary consideration at all times.
***PLEASE - NO CELL PHONE USE ONCE YOU ARE
PAST THE ACCESS ROAD GATE!***
Q: What if I need to pick up my child before dismissal time?
A:
Early Dismissal: If you need to pick up your child prior to the 3:45 dismissal, please arrive at the office before 3:15. After 3:15 you must use the High School Access Road. NO CHILD WILL BE DISMISSED FROM THE OFFICE AFTER 3:15.
Q: What if I need to speak with my child's teacher?
A: You can call Morey and leave a message for your child's teacher. In most cases they are able to return phone calls by the end of the day. You can also send a note directly to your child's teacher so they can call you during their free period.