Apalachee Elementary School

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      School Schedule

      • School - 8:30 am to 2:50 p.m.
        Morning supervision -  7:45 a.m. to 8:25 a.m.
        First Bell - 8:25 a.m.
        Tardy Bell - 8:30 a.m.
        Dismissal Bell - 2:50 p.m.
        Afternoon supervision - 2:50 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.

      Transportation Changes

      • School TransportationTransportation changes must be received in writing by 2:15 p.m. 
        Please email atmsa@leonschools.net and describe in detail: child's name, teacher's name, normal method of transportation, new method of transportation, and the dates effective.  Transportation changes will not be taken after 2:15 p.m.

        Students being checked out of school early must be done before 2:15 p.m. 
        If you must check out your child(ren) before the regularly scheduled dismissal at 2:50 p.m., you will need to to arrive before 2:15 p.m.   To help ensure students' safety, we will not be able to check out students between 2:15 p.m. and dismissal at 2:50 p.m.

         

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        Outstanding Faculty & Staff

        Congratulations to our outstanding faculty & staff for being recognized for their dedication to ATMSA: Mrs. Nicole Green - Teacher of the Year; Ms. Samantha Love - Glenn Howell Distinguished Educator; Mr. Christopher Seabrooks - School-Related Employee of the Year

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        ATMSA Singers at FSU Basketball Game

        Ms. Hutchins' ATMSA Singers performing the National Anthem at FSU Basketball Game

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      • Read at Home Plan

        Read at Home Plan

        In an effort to strenghten the partnership between school and home, we have prepared a Read-at-Home Plan to support early literacy. This plan will provide you with activities and a list of online resources you may use with your child.

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      Around the District

      • He Thought It Was Just an Interview — Then This Happened ▶️ (Video)

        Bill Nimmons didn’t know his interview would turn into a moment he’d never forget. This video captures why a good leader will be missed.

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      • Safe Summer Tips (VIDEO) ▶️

        Whether you’re behind the wheel of an LCS vehicle or your own, Risk Management Director Tod Stupski shares simple, important tips to help keep everyone safe on the road.

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      • BEST & BRIGHTEST 2025 (VIDEO) ▶️

        Now in its 20th year, the Best & Brightest Awards—founded by Ron Sachs—honor students who lead with intellect and heart. As in years past, Leon County Schools is proudly represented in the Class of 2025.

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      • Margaret Farris: Women sitting at Desk

        Meet Margaret Farris: A Lifelong Advocate for Community and Public Education & New Executive Director for Foundation for Leon County Schools

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      • Kindergarten Registration

        Kindergarten Enrollment is Now Open

        Leon County Schools is launching kindergarten enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year, emphasizing a streamlined online process via a dedicated webpage. Families are encouraged to enroll early by May 16th to be eligible for a two-year scholarship drawing.

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      Nondiscrimination Notice

      • “No person shall on the basis of sex, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, age, color, pregnancy, disability, military status or genetic information be denied employment, receipt of services, access to or participation in school activities or programs if qualified to receive such services, or otherwise be discriminated against or placed in a hostile environment in any educational program or activity including those receiving federal financial assistance, except as provided by law.” No person shall deny equal access or a fair opportunity to meet to, or discriminate against, any group officially affiliated with the Boy Scouts of America, or any other youth group listed in Title 36 of the United States Code as a patriotic society.

        An employee, student, parent, or applicant alleging discrimination with respect to employment, or any educational program or activity may contact:

        Tonja Fitzgerald, Divisional Director
        Equity Compliance Officer (Students)
        Leon County School District
        2757 West Pensacola Street
        Tallahassee, Florida 32304
        (850) 487-7309
        fitzgeraldt@leonschools.net

        Wallace Knight, Director
        Equity Compliance Officer (Employees)
        Title IX Compliance Officer
        Leon County School District
        2757 West Pensacola Street
        Tallahassee, Florida 32304
        (850) 487-7210
        knightwa@leonschools.net

        A student or parent alleging discrimination as it relates to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act may contact:

        Jennifer Benton, 504 Specialist
        504 Specialist
        (850) 487-7317
        bentonj@leonschools.net

         

         

      Student Enrollment

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        Contact your zoned schools' Enrollment Liaison

        We are excited to welcome you to Leon County Schools. Our Student Admissions website will allow you to find all the necessary information and requirements to get your student properly enrolled quickly. If you are enrolling a Kindergarten student, please visit our Kindergarten Enrollment Website. If you have a specific question you would like to ask the local school staff, you can find the school’s Admissions Liaison contact info below. 

        Have any questions you would like to ask the local school staff? See the school's Admissions Liaison contact info below.

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      Say No to Bullying

      • Any person who is concerned about a bullying issue may complete the LCS Bullying Report Form and return it to the school, where the Assistant Principal or Guidance Counselor will conduct an investigation. 

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