• DROP OFF - Please plan accordingly - ALL students should be in school by 7:30 a.m. doors open to welcome students at 7:15 a.m.
• BREAKFAST TO GO - Breakfast is served at 7:15 a.m. - All students receive a free breakfast.
• PICK UP POLICY - Any changes to your child's regular transportation home must be called in to the office before 1:00 p.m. or have a note sent in that morning. Please be on time to pick your children up at the end of the day - 2 p.m.  Please remember all student pick is on St. Anthony Ave.

We must be able to reach parents/guardians during the day, at home, at work, or through a neighbor or relative. Please be sure that the home and emergency phone numbers listed for your students are kept up to date by updating them in Campus Parent or by contacting the front office. Should your child become sick or injured at school, we will try to contact the parent/guardian first and then work our way through the emergency numbers. The student may not leave the school until a parent/guardian signs the child out in the school office.

We also communicate other important information with families and through automated phone calls, email and text messages. It's important your contact information is up-to-date.

If you have questions, please call the front office.

At Maxfield, we believe in the power of working together to learn from you what works and what does not work with your child. After all, you are your child's first and most important teacher! We have several family events scheduled throughout the year. There is always something fun and exciting happening at Maxfield! 

****Transportation and interpreters are always available upon request***

Family Involvement Opportunities

Activities include:

• Family Advisory Council Meetings
  • Dates to be determined

• Special events and field trips

Get help with troubleshooting, learn about iPad features and apps students will use in class, and find answers to your questions. The iPad and App Support page is the best way to stay up-to-date on everything you need to know about using your iPad at home.

Whenever possible, please have your child take medication before or after school. However, if a student is required to take medication during school hours and the parent cannot be at school to administer the medication, then only the school nurse or designated person may administer the medication in compliance with the original container and the regulations that follow:

1. Written instructions signed by parents and physicians are required and must include:
   1. student's name
   2. name of medication
   3. purpose of medication
   4. time to be administered
   5. dosage
   6. possible side effects
   7. ending date for administering medication
2. The school nurse will:
   1. inform appropriate school personnel of the medication
   2. keep a record of the administering of medication
   3. keep medication in a locked cabinet

The parent of the student assumes responsibility for informing the school nurse of any change in the student's health or change in medication. The school district retains the discretion to reject requests for the administration of medicine. A copy of this regulation will be provided to parents upon their request for the administration of medication in the school. The prescribing of or lack of medication as determined by the physician will in no way affect the enrollment of a student in Independent School District #625 (SPPS). A student observed to be taking unauthorized medication will be reported to the school administration and their parents/guardians.

• Uniform Options

  1. Dark Blue, khaki slacks, walking shorts, "skorts" or jumpers
  2. Navy, Royal Blue, Light Blue, White, oxford shirt, polo shirt, or pullover turtleneck (must have a collar)
  3. Navy Blue sweater, pullover, cardigan, button down sweater, or vest
  4. Black or Brown belt with pants.
  5. Shoes are family choice - no slippers or open toes.

   

  Student, Family and Staff Expectations

  • Families will be called when a student comes out of uniform to verify the reason student is out of uniform and encouraged to bring a uniform to school for the scholar.
  • Uniforms are required for field trips unless formal attire is required. 
  • The principal will allow exceptions to uniform policy on special occasions (students and families will be notified in advance).

All visitors and volunteers must sign in at the office when they arrive and wear a visitor’s badge while on school property. Volunteers must fill out a volunteer application form. Our volunteer coordinator will coordinate and office staff will coordinate the registration of volunteers.  

The counselor helps students deal with various issues affecting their lives and academic progress. Counselors provide classroom lessons on topics such as feelings identification, community building, anti-bullying, conflict management, friendship and career and college exploration. The counselor consults with parents, teachers and outside agencies to help the student and family.

The counselor offers small group and individual counseling. Some of the topics may focus on making good decisions, getting along with peers and school staff, study skills, self control, handling frustration and coping with anxiety. Support groups focus on family changes, incarceration, or the illness or death of a loved one.

The counselor provides responsive services, responding to students' immediate needs through one-on-one counseling or peer mediation.

The counselor is available to help your child have a productive and successful year at Maxfield Elementary.

Contact Ms. Kary at kary.kuenzli@spps.org or call 651-744-7644.

A certified Nurse staffs the Maxfield Elementary School health office. When they are not in the building, teachers and office staff manage health issues. If your child has a chronic health problem (such as a heart condition, asthma or allergies), please contact the nurse early in the year so that this information is recorded on your child's health record and procedures for managing this condition can be used in working with your child. It is also important to notify the school of any contagious conditions your child may contract, such as strep throat, head lice or scabies. In this way, the nurse will be able to take appropriate measures to protect other students. Where public health is concerned, your cooperation is essential.

Emergency Phone Numbers

We must be able to reach parents/guardians during the day, at home, at work, or through a neighbor or relative. Please be sure that the home and emergency phone numbers listed for your student are kept up to date by updating them in Campus Parent or by contacting the front office. Should your child become sick or injured at school, we will try to contact the parent/guardian first and then work our way through the emergency numbers. The student may not leave the school until a parent/guardian signs the child out in the school office.

Medications

Whenever possible, please have your child take medication before or after school. However, if a student is required to take medication during school hours and the parent cannot be at school to administer the medication, then only the school nurse or designated person may administer the medication in compliance with the original container and the regulations that follow:

1. Written instructions signed by parents and physicians are required and must include:
   1. student's name
   2. name of medication
   3. purpose of medication
   4. time to be administered
   5. dosage
   6. possible side effects
   7. ending date for administering medication
2. The school nurse will:
   1. inform appropriate school personnel of the medication
   2. keep a record of the administering of medication
   3. keep medication in a locked cabinet

The parent of the student assumes responsibility for informing the school nurse of any change in the student's health or change in medication. The school district retains the discretion to reject requests for the administration of medicine. A copy of this regulation will be provided to parents upon their request for the administration of medication in the school. The prescribing of or lack of medication as determined by the physician will in no way affect the enrollment of a student in Independent School District #625 (SPPS). A student observed to be taking unauthorized medication will be reported to the school administration and their parents/guardians.