Parents: Have a plan for early dismissals

When there is an early dismissal due to bad weather or other emergencies, Port Jervis High School students are released first, followed by middles school students and then elementary students.

   At every grade level, for safety reasons, all school-age children should know what to do in case of an early dismissal. This is particularly important for families in which both parents work outside of the home. It is recommended that parents make arrangements with a sitter, neighbor, friend or relative to who can be called upon in such situations. It is also important to review your plans with your children on a regular basis.

Update emergency contact numbers

• It's important for the school to be able to reach you. Please remember to notify your child's school whenever there is a change in your daytime or evening phone numbers - or your address.

• Other emergency information. Make sure your contact information and your student's health information is up-to-date with the school office and nurse. Additionally, if your child goes to childcare or is cared for by someone outside of your home after school, please provide the school and Transportation Department with the caregiver's contact information.