• Frequently Asked Questions
    1. How can I get my child's school work if he or she has been sick or suspended?
    2. How can I get my child a dismissal from school for a doctor's appointment?
    3. How can I improve communication with the teachers and administrators?
    4. May I visit my child's classes?
    5. How can I set up a meeting with my child's teacher(s)?
    6. What tests does my child have to pass in order to graduate from high school?
    7. What courses does my child have to take each year of high school?
    8. How can I join the PTSA, and when are the meetings?
    9. My child is struggling in his/her classes. How can he/she receive extra help?
    10. What is the process for requesting a copy of a transcript?
    Q: How can I get my child's school work if he or she has been sick or suspended?
    A: You may call our school office at 371-4313 and ask to speak to your child's counselor. The counselor will send notices to all of your child's teachers requesting the assignments for the number of days that your child has been or will be absent. You may come to the office to pick up these assignments. Most of our teachers have a web page. Please refer to our directory and look up your child's teacher. Current assignments should be available for you to print from the teacher's web page.
     
     
    Q: How can I get my child a dismissal from school for a doctor's appointment?
    A: You must fax a written request with your signature to the Attendance Office at 371-4745 or sign your child out in person. You may not have your child dismissed by making a phone call. This is for your child's protection. If you wish to call the Attendance Office to ask a question, you may reach them at 371-4316.

    Q: How can I improve communication with the teachers and administrators?
    A: Take the time to update your contact information with the office. We often call or send mail home. If we do not have a valid mailing address or phone number, you will not be able to receive the information.

    Q: May I visit my child's classes?
    A: You certainly may! Please come to the school's main office, sign in and receive a special visitor's pass. Advance notice would be appreciated, but is not necessary.

    Q: How can I set up a meeting with my child's teacher(s)?
    A: Please call our school office at 371-4313 and ask to speak with your child's counselor. The counselor will arrange the meeting at a time that is best for you and the teachers.

    Q: What tests does my child have to pass in order to graduate from high school?
    A: Please refer to the academics page on this site, which lists the test requirements.

    Q: What courses does my child have to take each year of high school?
    A: Please refer to the academics page on this site, which lists the course requirements for each grade.

    Q: How can I join the PTSA, and when are the meetings?
    A: Please refer to the PTSA page on this site, which lists the dates and times for meetings and the amount of anual dues.

    Q: My child is struggling in his/her classes. How can he/she receive extra help?
    A: We have a free before- and after-school tutorial program. Please refer to the academics page on this site which gives the information and schedule for the program.

    Q: What is the process for requesting a copy of a transcript?
    A: Transcripts are usually directly requested by other institutions. If you must get a copy directly, you must request it in person. The charge is $5 per copy.
     

     
    Frequently Asked Questions about Happy Valley School District