Author: Chris Parrillo

Rollan Melton Elementary School

Houses:

Valor Silny Tokanga Tiwala

2025-2026
Calendar & Handbook

Office: 775-746-7440
Fax: 775-746-7443

6575 Archimedes Lane
Reno, NV 89523

Parent Handbook Table of Contents

Mission Statement p. 3
Principal’s Letter p. 4
House System p. 5
Staff List p. 6
Mountain Lion Attitude p. 7
Growth Mindset p. 8
Parking Lot p. 8
School Hours p. 9
Wednesday Early Release p. 10
Release of Students During School p. 10
Snow Day and Delayed Starts p. 11
Visitors p. 12
Volunteering p. 12
Rules and Expectations p. 13
Playground Rules p. 14
Safe and Respectful Learning Environment p. 15
Student Behavior p. 15
Bullying p. 15
Cell Phones p. 16
Responsible Internet Use p. 16
Infinite Campus p. 17
Report Cards p. 17
Pets and Service Animals p. 17
Plagiarism and Cheating p. 18
Homework p. 19
Dress Code p. 20
Gender Identify p. 20
Attendance p. 21-22
Student Records p. 22
Parent Faculty Association (PFA) p. 23-26
Calendar p. 27-37
List of QR Codes for board policy and administration lnks p.3 8

Rollan Melton Elementary School Mission Statement:
The mission of Rollan Melton Elementary School is to serve 21st Century Learners Inclusively through an Equitable and Diverse Community

Dear Rollan Melton Families,
Welcome to the 2025–2026 school year!
I hope you all had a joyful and refreshing summer filled with adventure, laughter, and most importantly—quality time with your amazing children. While I’m sure you’ll miss having them by your side each day (well… maybe just a little), we are beyond excited to welcome them back to Rollan Melton for another incredible year of growth, learning, and fun.
Our dedicated staff has been working hard to prepare for an inspiring school year ahead. We’re ready to jump into a year filled with engaging lessons, lasting friendships, joyful moments, and opportunities to stretch ourselves in all the best ways.
This year, we’re especially excited to introduce something new and meaningful to our school culture—The Melton House System!
Every student (grades K–5) and every staff member will be sorted into one of four houses designed to build strong, positive connections across all grade levels:
Tiwala – Confidence (Filipino)
Valor – Courage (Spanish)
Tokanga – Focus (Tongan)
Silny – Strength (Czech)
Each house has its own crest, hand signal, and unique story. By creating mixed-grade groups, we’re giving our older students the chance to develop leadership and mentoring skills, while younger students benefit from role models and encouragement. Throughout the year, students will participate in school-wide events, challenges, and celebrations with their house teams—it’s going to be the talk of the school!
We're also making a change in how we communicate. While we’ve loved using Facebook in the past, this year we’re shifting to Class Dojo as our primary platform for sharing news, reminders, and updates. Be sure to get connected if you haven’t already. And don’t forget to check out our Weekly Announcements, which will arrive in your inbox every Sunday evening.
As always, thank you for your continued support, trust, and partnership. I’m truly looking forward to working with you and your children this year. If you ever have questions, concerns, or just want to check in, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me at JBatavia@washoeschools.net.
Here’s to a year of pushing limits, finding joy in challenge, and thriving together!
Warm regards,
Mr. Jeff Batavia
Melton Elementary Principal

Rollan Melton Staff 2025-2026

Principal Jeff Batavia Dean Chris Parrillo Administrative Assistant Jan Comphel
Counselor Lauren Sabatino Nurse Alycia Simon Clinical Aide HOshna Chowdhury

Kindergarten / Mrs. Baumgardner / Mrs. Peck / Mrs. White	Third Grade / Mrs. Guzman / Mrs. Henry / Ms. Hutchings	Music / 1-5 Mrs. Scarbrough / Kinder / Ms. Lee	ELL / Erin O’Leary / Nick Rhea / Speech / Mrs. Gipson	Psychologist / Asher Moody / OT / Emily Wuest / Art / Averi Bencken
First Grade / Mrs. Guillen / Mrs. Kloehn / Mrs. Martin / Mrs. Rivara / Mr. Valdespin	Fourth Grade / Mrs. DeMartini / Mrs. Longoni / Ms. Speirer	Resource / Mrs. Altshuler / Mrs. Peterson	EC Strategies / Mrs. Von Dem Bussche / Assistant: Amara De Flores / Vanessa Corral Cabada / CLS / Rachel Wentz / Assistant: Jessica Sparrow / Jordan Roberts	LETRS Assistant / Suzy Lancaster / PE / Michelle Depaoli / Herrera
Second Grade / Mrs. Hunter / Mrs. Morreale / Mrs. Reichardt / Mrs. Stoll	Fifth Grade / Ms. Chatowsky / Mrs. Stark / Mrs. Houston	Strategies / Mrs. Cole / Assistant: Jill Ross	Librarian / Brinn / Rasmusson / Computers / Erik Bonesteel	Custodians / Rebecca Bouyea / (SFC) / Ma Ines Rocha / Marina Barrera

Mountain Lion Attitude: Get your claws out!
We are the Melton Mountain Lions:
We can be strong, driven, gentle, and nurturing. We will use our “paws” to celebrate achievement of our school, others and ourselves. We will use our paws for patting and prodding those who need encouragement. We will use our “claws” to dig in and persevere when the learning gets hard and the challenges are difficult…We will persevere through failure and try again until we master our challenges.
When we master a challenge, we will set a new goal.
We will dig our claws in again, and again each time
Growing stronger, and growing our brains…
To reach our full individual potential,
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We will strive to be the best we can be!

We believe in developing Grit and A Growth Mindset at Rollan Melton!

Grit is being able to keep working toward a goal and overcoming obstacles, even when it's hard. Natural ability by itself isn't as powerful as grit. Students can get stronger and better at something the harder they work at it. Adopting a growth mindset helps students develop their passions towards their long-term goals!

Drop-off/Pick-up Zones “Airport Style” Drop-off/Pick-up Zones are located in the front of the school were the blue lines are. Drop-off/Pick-up Zones are designated for continuous flow of traffic. Students may enter or exit vehicles on the driver side of the car. Vehicles MAY NOT pull in perpendicular to the curb, idle, or sit and wait in the striped Drop-off/Pick-up Zones. Instruct your child to stay on the sidewalk until your vehicle comes to a complete STOP. Watch for other vehicles and children when pulling out into the flow of traffic.

Busses
Only

ROBB DRIVE

EXIT
ONLY

ROBB DRIVE

No parking or cutting through

ENTER & EXIT

No parking in any red zone/fire lane at any time.

Park & Walk
If you choose to walk your child to school in the mornings, or pick them up in the front of the school, there are THREE parking choices:
1) park on Archimedes Lane 2) park on Robb Drive which has been approved for before and after school parking, 3) park in any spot that is not marked “STAFF” on the east side of the school.
It is best to choose a pick-up spot that will be used daily. Siblings need to also have a meeting spot outside the building.

No parking in any red zone/fire lane at any time.

Rollan Melton Elementary School Hours
School: (MTRF) 9:30 a.m.—3:30 p.m.
School: (Wednesday) 9:30 a.m.—2:45 p.m.
Office Hours: 8:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m.
Please call our attendance line if your child is going to be absent at:
775-746-7440
For you child’s safety, please be sure he/she arrives no earlier than 9:15 a.m. and leave promptly at 3:30 p.m. unless enrolled in before/after-school care or attending and extracurricular club.

Wednesday Early Release Procedures
Please remind your child to promptly report to their destination whether it be meeting a sibling outside of the building, riding the bus, or reporting to Boys and Girls Club.
Melton staff are in trainings or conferences on Early Release days starting at 2:45 and there is no supervision after 3:00 p.m.
Release of Students during School Hours
Students are not to be released from school at the request of any person other than the parent(s) or guardian(s) with whom they are living as shown on Infinite Campus.
More information can be found here: https://www.wcsdpolicy.net/pdf_files/5146 Reg - Release of Students.pdf
For WCSD information on Transportation of Students, go here: https://www.wcsdpolicy.net/pdf_files/administrative_regulations/7501_Reg-Transport_of_Students-v9.1_Final.pdf

Snow Day and Delayed Starts
Start time will be 11:30am
Please do not drop-off students prior to 11:15am
Boys and Girls Club, and other before school clubs/meeting will be cancelled in the event of a delayed start or snow day.
Families will be informed of a delayed start or cancelled school day by a district generated Connect-ed call to the phone number we have on file in Infinite Campus. School status will also be broadcasted on the news, as well as the school district website home page.
School busses will run 2 HOURS LATE as directed by the delay time. As with school cancellations, the announcement will be made on all local radio and TV stations or you may call our WCSD Parent Line at 775-334- 8373.
When a delayed start is announced, ALL schools, K-12 will begin school sessions 2 HOURS LATE.
Staff will also be arriving late. Those who can get to the school safely before your children arrive are there preparing the campus for student arrival; they are not at the school early to supervise students
We understand that there are occasional unforeseen emergency circumstances that may cause a delay in picking up your child from school. Please call the office if something has happened and your child needs to be held in the office past the allotted time.

Parents and Visitors: Single Point Entry
ALL VISITORS ARE REQUIRED TO CHECK IN THROUGH THE SCHOOL OFFICE!!
In order for us to identify those who are in the building or on the playground, visitors MUST sign in and register with WCSD Raptor System. You will need to bring your Drivers License or official state ID card every time you enter the school.
Melton Elementary School and WCSD has implemented a procedure called “Single Secure Point of Entry” to increase the safety and security of our students and staff. Safety of our students is paramount.
At the main entrance, an intercom, video camera and buzzer are installed. The intercom allows visitors to speak with staff in the school office.
All visitors are asked the purpose of their visit. If the visitor has a legitimate reason for coming into our school, the office staff will buzz them in. All visitors that are leaving the vestibule, will be required to sign out of the Raptor System before leaving.
More information can be found here: https://www.wcsdpolicy.net/pdf_files/administrative_regulations/1506-Reg-Visitors-v3.pdf
Volunteers
We encourage volunteers at Washoe County School District and wish to thank you in advance for your support. For the safety of all children, WCSD has a volunteer screening policy, and requires ALL volunteers to fill out new forms every school year. We appreciate your patience and compliance in keeping our schools safe.
All volunteers and parents wishing to participate in field trips throughout the school year must complete a School Volunteer Application form and submit a picture ID. ID’s need to be official (driver’s license, passport, etc.). A picture ID copy is attached to the School Volunteer Application.
Applications are available at your school office or on the WCSD web page at www.washoeschools.net/volunteering Applications are turned in to the school office. Volunteers may begin volunteering once the volunteer application has been approved – this includes parents wanting to attend field trips. All applications are given a “Background Check” and expect three weeks for processing.
More information can be found here: https://www.wcsdpolicy.net/pdf_files/administrative_regulations/1501_Reg-Volunteers-v1.pdf

Melton School Rules and Expectations
		In the Hallways		In the Cafeteria		In the Bathroom		On the Playground		In the Classroom
We are Respectful / to all students, staff, and visitors.		We will hold a “bubble” in our mouths.		We will talk with inside voices.		We will use the toilets, sinks, and paper quickly, quietly, and correctly.		We will be kind to everyone and ask adults for help when we need it.		We will work cooperatively with all members of our class to benefit our learning and the learning of others.
We are Responsible / for ourselves and our actions.		We will go directly to our destination. We will walk on the right side of the hallway.		We will throw away our trash and we will stay in our seats until given permission to be excused.		We will only go to the bathroom when it is necessary and will stay only as long as we need to.		We will line up as soon as the bell or whistle sounds.		We will be active participants in all learning activities.
We are / Safe / everywhere in and around the building.		We will keep our hands at our sides. / If we are carrying something, we will hold it carefully in out hands.		We will raise our hand when we need something, walk to go places, and keep our hands and feet to ourselves.		We will flush toilets and wash our hands thoroughly.		We will follow the playground rules, stay in our designated area, and follow adult directions.		We will use all classroom materials and equipment as the teacher directs us.

Playground Rules
Students are to remain in the fenced-in area of the playground at all times.
No throwing rocks, sand, bark, etc.
No jumping off equipment.
No climbing on the fences.
No playing in or around the drinking fountains.
Use jump ropes for jumping only.
Only use softballs, tennis balls, plastic balls, and plastic bats.
No throwing balls against the building.
Use two-finger touch when playing tag or ANY game.
Include other students in team play.
If balls or equipment lands on the roof, tell the duty teacher or the custodian.
Wait your turn and follow the rules of the game.
No hitting or fighting, pushing or pulling each other on their clothes. No piggy back rides.
No throwing snowball or sliding on ice.
No war games.
Bullying will not be tolerated. No rumors, name calling or teasing about looks or actions of other students.
No deliberately excluding students from games.
Report any bullying action to the duty teacher immediately.

Safe and Respectful Learning Environment
Rollan Melton seeks to create a safe and respectful learning environment free from race discrimination, bullying, and cyberbullying in order for students to achieve success. This establishes the procedures necessary to create a safe and respectful learning environment, to promptly investigate accusations of bullying, to implement remedies and interventions for all who are involved, and to provide training to employees and students on the prevention and remediation of such behaviors.
More information can be found here: https://www.wcsdpolicy.net/pdf_files/board_policy/5700_Policy-SRLE-v6_FINAL.pdf
Student Behavior
Rollan Melton Elementary School believes that every student has the right to learn in a respectful, safe, and inclusive learning environment and that every student ahs the right to learn in an environment that is free from distraction and disruptions that impede learning. The home, school, and community must work together to enhance the quality of the educational experience of all students. A positive school climate and culture characterized by mutual respect and the building of relationships will result I academic, social, and emotional growth for all students.
More information can be found here: https://www.wcsdpolicy.net/pdf_files/board_policy/5100_Policy-Student_Behavior-v7_Final.pdf
Student Bullying
Rollan Melton Elementary School does not tolerate bullying. Bullying is defined as by the WCSD Student Behavioral Matrix is: Action that has effect on victim: Harm or threat of harm to a person or their property, generally with an imbalance of power and/or protected class; action is unwelcome; action is severe, persistent or pervasive. When necessary, bullying will be investigated and remedies/consequences implemented per the Progressive Discipline Plan.
More information on bullying: https://www.wcsdpolicy.net/pdf_files/administrative_regulations/5701-Reg-Student_Bullying-v5.pdf
Progressive Discipline Plan: https://www.washoeschools.net/cms/lib/NV01912265/Centricity/Domain/375/Melton%20ES%20Behavior%20Matrix.pdf

Cell Phones and Personal Electronic Devices
We understand why your child may have a cell phone. However; it is important that the phone is turned off during school hours and placed in your child’s backpack. Cell phones are to remain in your child’s backpack throughout the day unless instructed by their teacher to use during a lesson in the classroom. When a phone is misused at school, the first time the student will receive a warning, the second time the phone is held in the office until the end of the day. If there is a third offense, the phone is held in the office until the parent guardian can retrieve it.
More information can be found here: https://www.wcsdpolicy.net/pdf_files/administrative_regulations/5810 Reg - Cell Phones v1.1.pdf
Responsible Use and Internet Safety
All users of District technology and digital media shall act safely, responsibly, and ethically at all times. Rollan Melton Elementary seeks to emphasize the educational and collaborative value of technology, and outline the expectations and responsibilities of anyone using the District’s technology resources. Rollan Melton Elementary emphasizes responsible use of technology for educational and administrative functions. Prohibited uses of technology include, but are not limited to:
any activity that is illegal under local, state, federal, or international law and/or prohibited under District policies and regulations;
using a WCSD technology resource to actively engage in procuring or transmitting material that is in violation of District policies and regulations and/or applicable state and federal laws and regulations, to include those related to bullying, cyber-bullying, harassment, discrimination or hostile work environment;
Student Behavioral Interventions
Inappropriate use, damage, or loss of District technology resources by a student shall be approached through the use of positive behavioral interventions, with the objective to support students’ responsible use of technology. Technology-related offenses shall be subject to the same progressive discipline procedures and positive behavioral interventions as any non-technology-related offense.
Removal of a student’s access to technology resources is not considered a positive behavioral intervention, and shall only be considered in extreme cases. Any removal of a student’s access to technology resources shall be temporary and include a provision for the student to regain technology privileges within a reasonable time period.
In the development of behavioral interventions, schools shall consider appropriate behavioral and educational supports for studens to learn the appropriate use of technology.
Incidents of prohibited behavior, to include cyber-bullying, shall be dealt with in accordance with District policies and regulations, to include the Student Behavior Matrix
More information can be found here: https://www.wcsdpolicy.net/pdf_files/administrative_regulations/7211-Reg-RUA_Internet_Safety-v4.pdf

Infinite Campus / IC
Did you know that you can access Assessment results, grades, missing assignments, attendance, and much more information about your child at your fingertips? This is all available when you have access to Infinite Campus. If you are currently not able to access this valuable resource, please call or email Jan in the office, and she will provide you with a password and assist you logging in for the first time.
Report Cards
Report cards are issued quarterly. They are designed to give you a written report on the educational progress of your child. Additionally, some teachers will send home progress reports weekly or in the middle of each grading period. You may access your child’s grades and assignments on Infinite Campus. Please follow the link for the WCSD website.
PETS and Service Animals
We understand that pets can feel like a member of the family. However, not all children react positively to pets and some have allergies. Please comply with WCSD policy 7520 and keep pets off campus.
A service animal may be necessary for certain students. The parent/guardian of the student shall submit written documentation of intent to bring a service animal to the school principal/site administrator. Such documentation should be received not later than 5 school days prior to the animal coming to school to allow the school adequate time to plan and prepare.
More information can be found here: https://www.wcsdpolicy.net/pdf_files/administrative_regulations/7521-Reg-Service_Animals-v5.pdf

Plagiarism and Cheating Prohibited
School is one of many places where students should learn to lead an ethical life. Because words and ideas are the “product” created in schools, plagiarism and cheating are the greatest academic crimes a student can commit. It is the intention of the staff to respect and value the work of others by (1) creating a climate in which plagiarism and cheating is never acceptable and (2) teaching students how to properly cite sources to avoid plagiarism.
Plagiarism occurs when a student uses another writer’s work without giving credit for the source.
Plagiarism typically occurs in school situations in the following ways:
A student uses the author’s words without using quote marks around the material.
A student uses an electronic source (internet, tv, lyrics) without citing the source.
A student uses the author’s ideas or information without giving credit for the material (known in the academic world as “citing the source”).
A student does both—uses the author’s words and ideas without citing the source
Cheating can take many forms but always involves taking information from another student or individual. Examples of cheating can include but are not limited to:
taking answers on a test, homework, or quiz from another student or other source, with or without his/her knowledge;
collaboration on assignments such as taking or sharing answers without teacher permission;
obtaining test answers and/or questions from other students in advance of an exam;
stealing test materials from a teacher’s belongings;
. falsifying grade reports or changing a grade book;
taking pictures of an exam and forwarding the pictures to anyone;
texting answers or questions to anyone.
More information can be found here: https://www.wcsdpolicy.net/pdf_files/administrative_procedures/6642 Admin Proc - Plagiarism and Cheating V4 5.16.24.pdf

Homework Policy and Expectations
Homework is defined as any schoolwork that requires completion outside of the regular instructional day, and includes assignments of short-term and long-term duration. Conventional purposes for homework are practice, preparation, check for understanding, and development of work habits.
General Homework Time
Guidelines per Grade Level:
Kindergarten 15 minutes per night
Grades 1-3: 30 minutes per night
Grades 4-6: 45 minutes per night
Parents/Guardians, thank you for showing interest in the student's work. Encourage and offer advice, but insist the work be completed through the student's own effort. Students will be provided websites and references to assist them with math homework. Please help your child develop good study habits and encourage themto set a specific study time. Talk with your child’s teacher concerning homework policies and assignments. Please contact your child’s teacher if you feel that homework is taking an unusually long period of time.
More information can be found here: https://www.wcsdpolicy.net/pdf_files/administrative_regulations/6154-Reg-Homework-v5.pdf

Dress Code
Clothing shall not contain unprotected speech including, but not limited to: obscene, vulgar, or profane language or illustrations; and nothing that promotes illegal activity, including underage drinking, illegal drug use, domestic abuse, gang membership, battery, assault, or other civil or criminal conduct which would violate state or federal law.
Clothing must cover the body from the chest/breasts to below the buttocks including the midriff.
Undergarments shall not be intentionally exposed (e.g., bras, boxer shorts). Nylons/panty hose/tights may be worn as an undergarment under clothing but not alone as pants/bottoms.
Shorts, skirts, skorts, and dresses must be an appropriate length, extending to the stu dent’s mid-thigh.
Pants/bottoms with rips, tears, or mesh are acceptable but shall not reveal or expose a private/intimate part of the body nor cause a safety concern (e.g., a tripping hazard because the hem of the pant leg drags on the floor).
Leggings, to include yoga pants, are acceptable worn as pants.
Head coverings which are neither religious nor medical in nature are not permitted to be worn inside a school building during school hours.
Proper footwear must be worn at all times and shall not pose a potential health or safety problem.
More information can be found here: https://www.wcsdpolicy.net/pdf_files/administrative_regulations/5102_Reg-Dress_Code-v1.1.pdf
Gender Identity
Rollan Melton Elementary is committed to addressing the health and safety needs of all students, including those needs related to a student’s actual or perceived gender identity. A safe and respectful environment is necessary for students to have equal access to all school programs and activities and is integral to student success. Rollan Melton Elementary acknowledges its role in providing student with an understanding, appreciation of, and respect for the differences of others.
More information can be found here: https://www.wcsdpolicy.net/pdf_files/administrative_regulations/5161_Reg-Gender_Identify-v2.pdf

Parent/Guardian Attendance Responsibilities
1. It is the parent/guardian responsibility to assure their student(s) attends school every day.
2. Parent/guardian must call the school each day their student(s) is absent to acknowledge his/her absence on that day to ensure the child's safety.
3. If the student must miss class for any reason, it is the parent/guardian's responsibility to see that a written/verbal excuse, explaining the cause of the absence, is provided to the school prior to, during, or within three days after an absence. Failure to do so within three days of the student's return to school will result in the absence being coded as Unverified (AUK) and will count against the student’s retention or failure and Chronic Absenteeism. Excuses provided after the three days will be coded Parent Note/Call After 3 days (NCU). This code will count against the student’s retention or failure and Chronic Absenteeism.
4. It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to monitor their student’s attendance for accuracy by using the Infinite Campus Parent Portal and to notify the school should inaccuracies be found.
5. Parent/guardian should make every reasonable effort to schedule medical appointments, legal appointments, vacations, and other activities for times outside the student's school day/calendar.
6. If the student has any health problems that have been verified by a Health Care Professional, which may result in lengthy/chronic absences (more than a week), the parent/guardian must provide the absence excused note from the Health Care Professional to the school.
It may be advisable to seek an alternative placement (e.g. Home/Hospital Program) for students who will miss a great deal of school.
• If a student is waiting placement in Home Hospital and work is going back and forth, the student would be coded TEP in the classes work is being returned and a TEP Log must be maintained. This absence will not count against the student’s retention or failure and Chronic Absenteeism.
• If the student is waiting placement in Home Hospital and is not doing work, they would be coded MED. This absence will count against the student’s retention or
• Once the student starts Home Hospital, the student will be coded AEL when services begin. This absence will not count against the student’s retention or failure and Chronic Absenteeism.
If an excuse note from a Health Care Professional cannot be provided, parent must provide a written note for the absence to the school and the attendance will be coded MED. This absence will count against the student’s retention or failure and Chronic Absenteeism.
For more information can be found here: https://www.wcsdpolicy.net/pdf_files/board_policy/5400_Policy-Student_Attendance_v5_Final.pdf

Parent/Guardian Attendance Responsibilities Continued
7. If the student exceeds 10% or more of school days and the parent/guardian believe that they have reasons for an attendance appeal, they should request a Final Appeal of Failure Due to Attendance Requirements through the schools administrator.
8. Parent/guardian must provide advanced written notification to the school of the student's absence for an absence to be considered pre-arranged. A minimum of two days in advance is required for the absence to be pre-arranged and a week in advance, if the absence is for an extended period.
Pre-Arranged absences will be coded DOM after 10 absences. This Absence will count against the student’s retention or failure and Chronic Absenteeism. If make-up work is returned to the teacher within the timeline, number of days absent plus one, starting the day the work was provided by the teacher, the absence code will be changed. This absence will not count against the student’s retention or failure and Chronic Absenteeism.
9. It is the student's responsibility to request make-up assignments, exams and quizzes ON THE DAY he/she misses any part of the class or ON THE DAY he/she returns to class after absence. It is the student's responsibility to abide by the school/teacher's procedures for when and how to request this work. The student has a limited number of days in which to return the made-up work (number of days absent plus one, starting the day the work was provided by the teacher).
10. It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to communicate regularly with his/her student and the student's teacher(s) regarding attendance issues/concerns and to attend conferences relating to attendance when requested by the school.
11. Maintain accurate contact information by updating phone numbers/email/home address or any new information within 2 school days of changes to the school office.

Student Records and Information
Student records are the property of WCSD but shall be available in an orderly and timely manner to parents/guardians, eligible students, and other designated individuals. Parents/Guardians and eligible students have the right to inspect, review, and confirm the accuracy of the student’s education record and under certain conditions, require permission for WCSD to release those records. Records can be requested at https://washoeschoolsnv.scriborder.com/
More information can be found here: https://www.wcsdpolicy.net/pdf_files/board_policy/5000_Policy-Student_Records-v3_Final.pdf

Parent Faculty Association (PFA)
The main goal of PFA is to help support staff financially and provide social and educational experiences for students. The goal shall be achieved by pursuing the following objectives:
Raise funds for projects and activities to benefit the students and staff. (Thanks to PFA, we have a PE teacher, new computers, Art Classes, and so much more!)
Encourage parent participation. (We love seeing our families at school!)
Plan events, activities, programs and projects to benefit the students and staff.
Assist and support the school by working in a cooperative role.
Provide parents information pertaining to educational and social issues.

2025-2026 PFA EVENTS
PFA Meetings (in Library or on Zoom)
Wednesday, August 27th , 2025 at 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025 at 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, February 4th, 2026 at 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, May 6th, 2026 at 3:00 p.m.
2025-2026 Officers
Nicole Beatie, President Alisha Wulf, 1st Vice President Alicia Fischer, 2nd Vice President
Katie Coleman, Treasurer Amanda Braden, Secretary Jeff Batavia, Principal
Kelsey Rivara, Teacher Representative

PFA Events

Pastries with the PFA!
Friday, August 22nd, 2025
8:15 a.m.
Melton Mingle
To be announced….
PFA Meeting 1
August 27th, 2025 3:00-4:00
Cookie Dough Fundraiser Kick Off
Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025
Cookie Dough Orders Due
Wednesday, September 17th, 2025
Cookie Dough Delivery
Tuesday, October 22nd, 2025
Harvest Festival
Friday October 4th, 2025
5:00 p.m.- 7:30 p.m.
PFA Meeting 2
December 2nd, 2025 3:00-4:00
Holiday Breakfast
Saturday, December 6th, 2025
9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
PFA Meeting 3
February 4th, 2025 3:00-4:00
Valentines Bingo Night
Thursday, February 12th, 2026
6:00-7:30 p.m.
PFA Meeting 4
May, 5th, 2025 3:00-4:00
Teacher Appreciation Week
May 4-8, 2026
Melton Clean-Up
Exact Date TBD: Possibly Spring 2026
Movie Night
Exact Date TBD: Possibly May 2026
Fun Run Fundraiser
Thursday, May 14, 2026

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17	18	19	20 / Early Release 2:45	21	22	23
24	25	26	27 / Early Release 2:45	28	29	30

Open House
3-4pm

Teacher Professional Development

First Day of School Grades 1-5
Gra

Early Release

iReady Diagnostic Aug. 13—Sept. 5tb

Kindergarten Kick-Off 10:00 am

Kindergarten Assessment Week

First Day of Kindergarten

Spirit Day: Wear House Colors!

MAP Reading Grades 1-3 Aug. 18-Sept.10

Pastries with the PFA - 8:15am

Back to school night 5:30 pm

PFA Meeting 3:00

Wellness Exemption Day!

Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
	1	2	3	4	5	6
7	8	9	10 / Early Release 2:45	11	12	13
14	15	16	17	18	19	20
21	22	23	24 / Late cookie Dough / Orders Due	25	26	27
28	29	30

Labor Day!
No School

Cookie Dough Fundraiser Kick Off!

MAP Assessment—Reading, Grades 1-3

Early Release 2:45

Don’t forget to help sell my favorite food!

Spirit Day: Wear red, white, and blue

Fall Pictures

Early Release 2:45

Last Day for MAP Testing

Cookie Dough
Orders Due

Early Release 2:45

Wellness Exemption Day!

Early Release 2:45

Early Release 2:45

PFA Cookies and Milk Welcome Event—3:45pm

October 2022

Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
			1	2	3	4
5	6	7	8	9	10	11
12	13	14	15	16	17	18
19	20	21	22	23	24	25
26	27	28	29	30	31

Spirit Day: Wear Pink

Harvest Festival 5 –7:30pm

Early Release 2:45

Teacher Work Day—No School

Cookie Dough Delivery

End of Grading Period

Early Release 2:45

Report Cards Go Home

Make-up Pictures

Conference Week Begins
1:20 Release

Early Release 2:45

Conference Week— 1:20pm Release

Costume Day
Wellness Exemption Day!

Nevada Day No School

Book Fair Week

November 2022

Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
						1
2	3	4	5	6	7	8
9	10	11	12	13	14	15
16	17	18	19	20	21	22
23	24	25	26	27	28	29

Early Release 2:45

Spirit Day: Wear a kindness shirt

Daylight Savings

Early Release 2:45

Veterans Day
No School

Early Release 2:45

Early Release 2:45

Wellness
Exemption Day!

December 2022

Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
30	1	2	3	4	5	6
7	8	9	10	11	12	13
14	15	16	17	18	19	20
21	22	23	24	25	26	27
28	29	30	31

PFA Meeting 3pm

Early Release 2:45

Holiday Breakfast
9-10:30 am

iReady Diagnostic begins December 1-19th

Early Release 2:45

Spirit Day: Wear candy cane stipes or plaid!

Spirit Day: wear holiday or winter sweater

Spirit Day: Winter festive gloves, hats, socks

Wellness Exemption Day! Pajama Day!
End of Grading Period

No Students
Teacher PD

Early Release 2:45

January 2023

Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
				1	2	3
4	5	6	7	8	9	10
11	12	13	14	15	16	17
18	19	20	21	22	23	24
25	26	27	28	29	30	31

New Year’s Day

Teacher Work Day—No School

School Resumes

Early Release 2:45

MAP Reading Grades 1-3, Jan12-Feb 4th

Report Cards Go Home

Spirit Day: Crazy Hair Day!

Early Release 2:45

Martin Luther King Day—No School

Early Release 2:45

Wellness Exemption Day!

Early Release 2:45

February 2023

Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
1	2	3	4	5	6	7
8	9	10	11	12	13	14
15	16	17	18	19	20	21
22	23	24	25	26	27	28

Spirit Day:
Sports Day

Online
Registration
Begins

PFA Meeting 3:00

Online Registration
Due

Early Release 2:45

Valentines Day Bingo 6-7:30 pm

Wellness Exemption Day!

Early Release 2:45

President’s Day
No School

Early Release 2:45

March 2023

Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
1	2	3	4	5	6	7
8	9	10	11	12	13	14
15	16	17	18	19	20	21
22	23	24	25	26	27	28
29	30	31

Spirit Day: wear a shirt you can read

Spirit Day: Tacky tourist day

Sprit Day: Bring a riddle or a quote

Spirit Day: wear your favorite color

Spirit Day: dress like a book character

Early Release 2:45

End of Grading
Period

Early Release 2:45

Report Cards Go Home

Wellness Exemption Day!

Early Release 2:45

April 2023

Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
			1	2	3	4
5	6	7	8	9	10	11
12	13	14	15	16	17	18
19	20	21	22	23	24	25
26	27	28	29	30

Easter Sunday

School Resumes

Early Release 2:45

Kinder Spring Pics
Early Release 2:45

Spirit Day: Dress Earthy!

Earth Day

Early Release 2:45

Wellness Exemption Day!

MAP Reading Grades 1-3, April 27– May 20

May 2023

Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
					1	2
3	4	5	6	7	8	9
10	11	12	13	14	15	16
17	18	19	20	21	22	23
24	25	26	27	28	29	30

Early Release 2:45

PFA Meeting 3pm

Teacher Appreciation Week

Early Release 2:45

Mother’s Day

Early Release 2:45

Fun Run Fundraiser

iReady Diagnostic begins May 11-29th

Early Release 2:45

Memorial Day
No School

Spirit Day: Clash day dress mismatched
Wellness Exemption Day

Early Release 2:45

June 2023

Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
1	1	2	3	4	5	6
7	8	9	10	11	12	13
14	15	16	17	18	19	20
21	22	23	24	25	26	27
28	29	30

Wellness Exemption
Day!

Last Day of School!
End of Grading Period
Report Cards Home

Snow / Smoke Contingency Days

Juneteenth
Observed

Father’s Day

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