A new student-led recycling program has been successfully implemented at Karigon Elementary School in an effort to promote green practices around campus. Recently, the school community came together to participate in a high-attendance wellness fair emphasizing physical activity and positive mental health routines for young scholars. Parents continue to praise the administration for its open communication channels and ability to develop a highly supportive peer learning culture.

Q1. Is there an organized before-school child care program on the Karigon Elementary School campus?

Ans. The local YMCA runs a structured morning child care program right inside the school gym facility.

Q2. What are the prohibited items in the safety dress code at Karigon Elementary School?

Ans. Flip-flops, wheel shoes and clothing with inappropriate slogans are not allowed on campus property.

Q3. What does Karigon Elementary School do to verify that adults picking up students early are who they say they are?

Ans. Staff must have a government issued photo id card with the same name as on the emergency form.

Q4. Do the teachers at Karigon Elementary School send home weekly specialized literacy folders to parents?

Ans. Communication binders are used by educators to send home graded schoolwork and school announcements every Friday.

Q5. Does Karigon Elementary School have a student safety patrol that patrols hallways?

Ans. Fifth grade scholars can apply to be on the safety team to help younger scholars during dismissal.