Parent Information
Arrival/Dismissal Procedures
School Hours
8:30 AM. - 3:40 PM (Monday–Friday)
Early dismissal is discouraged and actively monitored as it diminishes and reduces learning time for students. In the event of an emergency, early dismissal ends at 3:15p. Students will not be called down for early dismissal until their guardian arrives at the Door #1.
Dismissal Time and Exits
Transportation students will begin boarding buses as follows:
- Middle School at 3:30 PM
- Grades 3 - 5 at 3:35 PM
- Grades K - 2 at 3:40 PM
- The remaining students will be dismissed at 3:40 PM.
Dismissal Pickup Doors
- All students walking or being picked up will exit through Door #1.
Bell Schedule
PowerSchool
PowerSchool Parent Portal
The PowerSchool parent portal provides parents with direct access to student data via the Internet. Using a confidential ID number and password provided by their child's school, parents can create their own PowerSchool account using a web browser or the PowerSchool app and view their child’s data, such as progress reports, attendance records, report cards, transcripts and more. During account creation, parents can create their own unique username and password. The credentials listed on the form from the school will link the student to their parent's account.
To log on to ParentPortal:
1. Open the webpage
2. Enter Username and Password, click “Log In”
The first time you login to the PowerSchool app for your phone or tablet, you will be asked to enter the District's unique four digit code: PSNW
If you have not been issued a Username or Password, or are facing challenges with your password, please contact your school for the required login information.
School Dress Code
Our Thirkell Scholars dress in ready-to-learn wear. Here are the categories by grade:
- Kindergarten - 2nd Grade - Yellow or White Polo Shirts and Navy, Black, or Khaki Pants/Skirts/Jumpers
- 3rd - 5th Grade - Light Blue or White Polo Shirts and Navy, Black, or Khaki Pants/Skirts/Jumpers
- 6th Grade - White Polo Shirts and Navy, Black, or Khaki Pants/Skirts/Jumpers
- 7th Grade - Navy Polo Shirts and Navy, Black, or Khaki Pants/Skirts/Jumpers
- 8th - Black Polo Shirts and Navy, Black, or Khaki Pants/Skirts/Jumpers
We are a uniform school!
Our School Colors
Blue & Yellow
Slacks and Pants
* Color: All slacks and pants must be a solid color: Khaki, navy blue, or black. (Leggings and tights are not allowed.)
* Style: Slacks and pants can be pleated or flat front, full length, and appropriately fastened at the waist.
* Material: Cotton, canvas, corduroy, linen, polyester, wool, or fabric blends.
* Belts: If the garment has belt loops, a belt should be worn at all times
Tops
* Shirts and blouses must have buttoned down or straight collars. Turtlenecks and polo styles are permitted. At the school’s discretion, tops must be worn tucked inside pants, slacks, or skirts.
* Color: All students shall wear approved colors required by the school
* Style: Long and short sleeves with a collar required. Turtlenecks and polo styles permitted.
* Logos: Manufacturer trademarks, if any, must be one inch or less. DPSCD school logos are permitted and are not limited in size.
Skirts and Jumpers/Skorts
* Color: Khaki, navy blue and black, in a solid, single color.
* Style: Skirts must be at least knee length.
Jackets, Cardigans, and Sweaters
* Color: Should match an accepted uniform color.
* Style: All must be worn over a collared shirt, turtleneck, or polo style top.
* Hooded Jacket: Hoods are not worn (on the head) during the school day
Footwear
* Style: Athletic shoes, laced shoes and/or other shoe boots, loafers, dress shoes, or other closed toed/closed heel shoes.
* Students are prohibited from wearing -toed boots or shoes to school.
* Mules are inappropriate.