The hours of the regular school day shall be set by the Board of Education upon the recommendation of the school administration. Adequate supervision of students shall be provided for the hours of the regular day.
The school department shall not be responsible for non-bused students who arrive on school grounds earlier than 15 minutes prior to morning and afternoon sessions. This policy does not apply to students who arrive early due to busing schedules.
On days of severe inclement weather the school doors shall be opened as early as necessary to prevent possible hardship. Students shall be supervised whether in a central area(s) or in classrooms.
Children are to be discouraged from early arrival on school grounds regardless of the weather.
Adopted: January 4, 1978
Revised: January 29, 2002
Revised: July 8, 2002
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