Frequently Asked Questions

How do I enroll my child at Adams Campus?

We treat all applications on a first-come, first-served basis. When applications exceed spaces available, we will conduct a lottery. In case of a lottery, we will notify all parents about the process in a timely manner. Once we fill all available spaces, we will place your application on a waiting list and notify you accordingly. Please see the Enroll page on our district website for more information.

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Does your school serve lunch?

We operate an excellent nutrition program at each campus. All students receive a monthly lunch ticket to use in exchange for meals.

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What if my child requires medication during the school day?

We will administer medication in accordance with state regulations and with physician and parental approval. Please submit all medications to the office, where we will keep it secure. All medications must be in the original, labeled packaging. 

Non-Prescription Medication 

School employees may not distribute any non-prescription medication. Students may not carry, consume, or distribute any non-prescription medication for pain relief (or for any other reason) to anyone.

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What are the school hours?

School Begins: 8:00 a.m.
Lunch: 12:56 p.m.
School Ends: 3:45 p.m. 

To view the middle school bell schedules, please visit the About Adams Campus page.

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What should I do if my child will be tardy to school?

We will assign detention to all students who arrive at school 10 minutes or more late. At the 20-minute late mark, students must meet with the dean of students before going into their class. Students serve detention from 3:45 p.m. until 4:45 p.m. on Wednesdays and Fridays only. If a student cannot serve detention on the scheduled day, we will schedule it for the following day.

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Do you enforce a dress code at Adams Campus?

Yes, we ask that our students follow our dress code guidelines and reserve the right to enforce the policy as well as any other measures that help ensure the safety of our students and staff. We want to keep the school and students free from threats or harmful influence of any groups or gangs that advocate violence, drugs, alcohol, or tobacco use and any apparel, jewelry, accessories, trademark, or any other attribute that denotes membership in such a group. 

Students wear the following approved school attire: 

Girl's School Uniform

Shirt: 

• 6th–7th grades: White or powder blue polo shirt (must have the school logo) 
• 6th–8th grades: White blouse with Peter Pan collar, long sleeve or short sleeve with the school logo 
• 6th–8th grades: Navy blue vest with the school logo 

Skirt, Skort, or Shorts 

• Navy blue, pleated front, knee length 

Pants 

• Navy blue, uniform style 
• We do not allow students to wear jeans or pants that resemble jeans (with outside pockets and/or rivets). 
• We do not permit corduroy or cargo pants. 

Socks or Tights 

• White, smooth, opaque and/or cable-knit tights 

Boy's School Uniform 

Shirt

• 6th–7th grades: White polo 
• 8th grade: White, button-down, long sleeve or short sleeve, with the school logo 
• 8th grade: White, button-down, long or short sleeved, with the school logo and a navy blue tie 

Pants 

• Navy blue, uniform style 
• We do not allow students to wear jeans or pants that resemble jeans (with outside pockets and/or rivets). 
• We do not permit corduroy or cargo pants. 

Socks 

• White, black, brown, or gray 

See the student handbook for more information.

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What is the cell phone/electronic device policy at Adams?

While we allow students to carry cell phones on our campus, we expect students to turn these, and other electronic devices, off or to put them in silent mode and store them out of sight during school hours. We prohibit the following actions on electronic devices during school hours, including scheduled breaks (lunch, nutrition, Saturday School, and the before- and after-school program): 

• Talking 
• Texting 
• Posting to social media outlets 
• Listening to music 
• Taking pictures 
• Playing games 
• Recording voice or video 

We do, however, recognize there is an educational application and utilization of cell phones/electronic devices and that those devices may complement and enhance instruction. Therefore, we may allow smart phones as strictly directed and supervised by the classroom teacher.

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Will my child have access to the internet while on campus?

Yes, students can access the internet for homework and school-related research under the supervision of qualified school personnel. We expect our students to behave responsibly on school computer networks. 

When on the internet, we require students to adhere to the following rules: 

• Be polite and refrain from harassing behavior/activity. 
• Use appropriate language. We strictly forbid the use of inappropriate language. 
• Restrict use to only legal activities. Any illegal activity will constitute immediate cause for suspension and expulsion. 
• Use the internet in such a way as to not interrupt or disrupt the network for other users. 
• Treat all information and communication retrieved over the net as private property. 
• Students cannot access any sites forbidden by their teacher or the school.

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How can I get more involved?

We strongly encourage your involvement. Please take the time to introduce yourself to your child's teachers and let them know that you're interested in getting involved. Parents can also support their child's education in some basic ways, including the following: 

• Encourage your child to get plenty of sleep. 
• Help your child get up in plenty of time for school. 
• Offer a healthy diet, including a good breakfast. 
• Provide neat, clean, and comfortable clothes.

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