Helpful Hints for Kindergarten

Kindergarten Hours

School doors open at 9:10 A.M. The Kindergarten students are in session from 9:25-3:45. Children should arrive no earlier than 10 minutes prior to the start of the day, as supervision for children is not available.

Absences

When a student is absent from school, the parent must call (952-423-7695) or email (dp.attendance@district196.org) the school and give the date, student's name, teacher and reason for the absence. See the Diamond Path home page for complete details on absence reporting.

Backpack

Please have your child bring a backpack to school each day. This is extremely helpful in making sure important letters, art projects, etc. reach their destination.

Daycare Forms

If your child will be transported to and/or from a location other than his/her home address, a special form must be completed and returned to Diamond Path.

Labeling

It is important to label all of your child's personal items with permanent marker. This includes all clothing: coats, mittens, scarves, backpacks, etc.

Special Arrangements

If there are any changes in your child's daily dismissal routine, please notify your child's teacher by phone call or note on that day. Your child will not be released to anyone else, such as a neighbor, without written notification from you.