FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Student Enrollment and Registration

1. How old must a student be to enter school in Alabama?

2. What school should my child attend?

3. How do I enroll my student in Pre-K?

4. What information do I need to provide to register my child?

5. What shots/vaccinations will my student need to start school or remain in school?

6. Where can I take my child to be immunized?

7. When are placement tests administered?

8. What can be done for my child, who is learning English as a second language?

9. What help is available for homeless students?

School Choice

1. What options exist for my child to attend a school other than the zoned school?

2. What is a Magnet School?

3. What is a Signature Academy?

School Information

1. When does my school start/the bell ring? When does the school day end?

2. What is my child’s school dress code?

3. Does the district provide child care?

4. What is the cost for school meals?

5. How do I find out if my student is eligible to participate in sports?

6. How do I find out about field trips?

Academic Progress

1. How do I view my child’s grades and attendance for this school year?

2. When will my student’s progress reports and report cards be distributed?

3. How can my student stay on track to graduate, make up credit deficiencies, etc.?

4. How do I get information about summer school?

Parent/Guardian Concerns

1. How do I address concerns I have with my child's school?

2. What resources exist to counter bullying?

3. My child received a long-term suspension or expulsion. What are the options for schooling?

Transportation

1. How can I find the bus stop closest to my home?

2. How do I report a bus driver for a traffic violation?

Attendance

1 When is a student considered truant?

2. How do I report a child who is not attending school?

Student Records

1. How do I get a copy of my transcript, diploma or student records?

Meetings of the Board of School Commissioners

1. How do I contact my school board commissioner?

2. When and where are board meetings held?

3. How do I speak at a meeting?

Business and Financial

1. How can I find information on bids and contracts?

2. Where can I see a copy of the MCPSS annual budget and other financial reports?

Adult Education

1. What options are available for adults who never earned a high school diploma?

Human Resources

1. Is the district hiring now?

Use of Facilities

1. How can outside groups use MCPSS buildings or facilities?