Early Dismissal
Monday, February 18 is an early dismissal day for all students. Students will be dismissed as follows:

High School 12:25 pm
Middle School 1:05 pm
Elementary 1:35 pm

Kindergarten Registration
The second period for registration of elementary school children who will enter the Penn-Trafford School District for the next school term (2008-2009) will take place at each elementary school during the week of February 25-29. Parents may register their children on any of the above dates between 8:30 am and 3:30 pm.

Kindergarten entry for school year 2008-2009 requires the child to be five years of age on or before September 1, 2008. First grade entry for school year 2008-2009 requires the child to be six years of age on or before September 1, 2008. Children who are enrolled in district kindergarten classes this school term need not register for first grade next year.

You may register your youngster by calling the appropriate elementary school as listed below between the hours of 8:30 am and 3:30 pm

Harrison Park - 724-744-2161
Level Green - 412-372-6603
McCullough - 724-744-7441
Sunrise Estates - 724-864-6700
Trafford - 412-372-6600

PSSA MANDATORY TESTING
-WEEK OF MARCH 31-

Pre-School Registration
Pre-school registrations for the 2008-09 school year are being accepted. In order to be eligible, a child must be 4 years of age on or before September 1, 2008, and live in the Penn-Trafford School District. If interested please contact the Penn-Trafford High School Guidance Office at 724-744-4425.

Earned Income Tax Collector
Central Tax Bureau was appointed as the earned income tax collector for the Penn-Trafford School District. Parents of newly registered students need to complete a form, which can be obtained in any school office, and return it to the Centax Office located in the Penn Township Municipal building.

Title 1/ Fast ForWord Parent Meeting
A meeting to discuss the newly implemented Fast ForWord program will be held in conjunction with out annual Title 1 Parent Meeting. This meeting will be held on Monday, February 18, 2008 at 7:00 pm at Trafford Middle School auditorium.

Athletic Physicals
Parents are advised to pay close attention to any information the district shares regarding athletic physicals for 2008-09 student athletes. New state requirements will necessitate the need to make some adjustments to our traditional timelines and procedures. Check the district's website for future updates.

Daylight Saving Time
The Penn-Trafford School District will begin operating on Daylight Saving Time effective Sunday, March 9, 2008.

Delaying the Start of School
In the winter months, a decision is occasionally made to delay the start of school due to poor road conditions. However, as a parent, you have the right to make your own decision regarding the safety of your child. If you believe that it is unsafe to send your youngster to school, please know that I support your decision to assess your personal circumstance and to act accordingly.

Weather Related Dismissals
During the winter we occasionally encounter unusual snow conditions during the school day and typically provide a modified dismissal.

On these unusual days, and depending on conditions, we may dismiss the high school 20 to 30 minutes early. this enables us to dismiss the middle school approximately 10 to 15 minutes early. Ultimately, this permits the elementary students to be dismissed on time.

When unusual weather occurs during the school day, this modified dismissal pattern helps to insure that a responsible adult will be home to meet out primary youngsters when they arrive.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding during the winter months.

Deborah J. Kolonay