Car Line Drop Off/Pick Up

Morning Drop Off

• Students that are car riders may be dropped off beginning at 7:45 a.m.
• All car riders must be dropped off on the west side of the the building, near the playground.
• Enter driveway on east side of school and proceed directly ahead following the road around to the west side of school
• During inclement weather, a sign will be posted indicating inside recess. Students are to enter the school instead of the playground.

Afternoon Pick Up

• Enter driveway on east side of school and immediately turn right traveling along the outer perimeter of the parking lot heading north.
• Cars arriving before 2:45 p.m. will wait at the stop sign on the east side of the school.
• After 2:45, when the stop sign is removed, cars may proceed along the driveway around the back of the school and wait at the second stop sign.
• The first car in line will move the stop sign aside at 3:05 p.m.
• Cars will then proceed along the curb pulling all the way forward in the pick up line.
• If possible, in the afternoon it is recommended that students enter their vehicle on the driver's side.
• When departing, move across to the right lane to leave the parking lot (just past the garden/shelter area).
• Cars should avoid parking at the north end of the east parking lot during dismissal time.
• Entry to the west parking lot is permitted at any time, however, cars may not proceed past the last parking bay (playground area).
• Use caution when entering or leaving the school parking lots as many students cross both driveways after 2:00 p.m.

• Car riders and walkers will be dismissed after buses have been loaded and dismissed.
• Buses typically arrive at 3:08 p.m.

• All doors to the school remained locked during the school day beginning at 8:15.
• All visitors to the school must ring the bell to enter through the locked doors of the school office and sign in. This includes classroom helpers, volunteers in the lunch room and parents picking their children up for appointments.
• Students should be signed in/out in the office for appointments during the school day.

• St. Malachy School uses AccuWeather "real feel" to determine whether students will be inside or outside for recesses. 
• If the "real feel" temperature is 15 degrees or above, students will be outside for recess.
• To be allowed to play in the snow, students are required to wear boots and snow pants.

1. Purpose
This procedure ensures that civil rights complaints related to the School Nutrition Program are received, documented, processed, and reported.

2. Scope
This procedure applies to all school nutrition program staff, including food service workers, administrators, and any personnel involved in handling complaints.

3. Receiving Complaints
a. Any individual who believes they have been discriminated against based on race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in the School Nutrition Program may file a complaint.
b. Complaints may be received in person, by phone, in writing, or electronically.
c. All complaints must be documented, even if made verbally. Staff should assist complainants in completing a written complaint if necessary.
d. The complaint should include:

·       Name, address, and contact information of the complainant

·       The nature of the complaint (specific discriminatory action)

·       Date(s) and location(s) of the alleged incident

·       Names of individuals involved, if known

·       Any supporting evidence or witnesses

e. Complaints must be forwarded to the designated School Food Authority immediately, but no later than five (5) business days from receipt.

4. Processing Complaints
a. The School Food Authority will acknowledge receipt of the complaint in writing within ten (10) business days.
b. A preliminary review will be conducted to determine jurisdiction and validity.
c. A thorough investigation will be conducted, including interviews and document review as necessary.
d. Findings and recommended corrective actions will be documented, and the complainant will be notified of the resolution within ninety (90) days.

5. Confidentiality
All complaints will be handled confidentially to the extent possible while ensuring a thorough investigation.

6. Training and Awareness
All School Nutrition Program staff will receive annual training on civil rights compliance and the complaint process.

7. Recordkeeping
All complaints and related documentation will be retained for at least three (3) years and will be available for review by authorized personnel.

8. Contact Information
For more information or to file a complaint, individuals may contact the School Nutrition Program’s School Food Authority at (309) 944-3230.