Frequently Asked Questions

Washington Junior High

Frequently Asked Questions 2025-2026

 

 When does school begin and end?

Classes start at 8:00 am.  Students are not allowed in the main building until 7:45 am. Those arriving before 7:45, should report to the junior high gym. The gym will be open at 7:20. 

Breakfast starts at 7:35 

Students are dismissed at 3:10

What about supplies for the first day?

For the first day, a notebook and something to write with will be fine. Your teachers will let you know specific items you will need for their class.  

PE clothes will not be needed on your first day.  Your PE teacher will explain the procedures for PE this year.

Lunch

Student lunches are currently free for all students. We do offer ala carte items that require payment from your account or cash at the time of purchase. Items may include: bottled juices, chips, and ice cream.

What about medications at school?

All medications must be stored in the nurse’s office.  Parents must bring the medications, in their original containers, to the office and fill out the required paperwork.  Absolutely no medications should be in the student’s possession. 

What if my student is absent?

Please call the office if your student is absent (254-2682).  If you cannot call, please send a note when he/she returns.  Students needing a pre-arranged long-term absence need to contact the main office for protocols and paperwork that will need to be completed.  

What about picking up students for appointments?

We require parents/guardians to sign students out when leaving school during the day.  Send a note or call us regarding what time the student needs to be picked up. It is important for attendance to bring back medical excuses from the doctor or dentist.  There are visitor parking spots available in the parking lot across from the main entrance. Please attempt to schedule appointments after school. 

How can I find out what bus I ride?

If you need to find out what bus you ride, or where your stop is located, contact the Superintendent’s Office at 254-5536.

Where can I pick up my student after school?

It is really up to you where you would like to meet your student.  Gate 8 on 6th Street is our main entrance.  However, 6th Street is blocked off between Hefron and Walnut from 7:30am-3:30pm.  We simply suggest organizing a pre-arranged meeting place so your student knows which direction to go after school.  

How do I get assignments when I am absent?

The best way for students to get assignments when absent is to work directly with their teacher.  Staff will provide this information to the students throughout the first few days of school.  Our staff utilize the google classroom platform so most assignments and content will be available through that classes google classroom page.  

Where is my bus after school?  

Buses will be located on Walnut Street at the side of the junior high (Gate 7) and in front of the junior high main entrance (Gate 8). 

How much time do I have between classes?  

You have 5 minutes between classes.               

When is lunch?  Currently, 8th graders go to lunch after 3rd period (10:40). 

7th graders go to their homeroom.  At 11:16, 7th graders go to lunch and 8th graders go to homeroom

Chromebooks

WJHS utilzies classroom sets of chromebooks.  Each student will have a chromebook available to them in each class upon teachers discretion.  Chrombooks are not taken home unless permission is provided by school administration. 

Phones 

Phones are to be kept in student lockers during the day.  They are not allowed to be carried on your person. Student handbook contains the full policy.

Food/Drink 

Water bottles will be allowed this year. They are to be kept in your locker.  We prefer clear bottles.  Only water.  Please no soft drinks, energy drinks, etc. Absolutely no outside food or drinks are to be brought into school.  The exception would be bringing your lunch.   

Dress Code

We at Washington Junior High School believe that students should be able to dress in a manner which allows for expression, comfort and is also appropriate for school.

Skirts, shorts, culottes, or skorts must NOT be shorter than fingertip when standing.

Any hole or skin showing should NOT be shorter than the fingertip above the knee.

Skirts, dresses, and all outer garments will also conform to this same rule. Tops with low, revealing necklines, are not to be worn. Halter tops, bare midriff (a garment which cannot be tucked in if requested), tank tops and sleeveless shirts are not permissible. Shirts or tops which advertise or promote drugs, alcohol, or tobacco in any way and clothing with profanity or suggestive phrases are also not allowed. Students will also be required to wear pants on the hips at all times during the course of the school day (sagging is not allowed). Hats or hoods are not to be worn in the building. Any extreme dress or hair style may be determined unacceptable by the administration on an individual basis. Backpacks, book bags, and any type of luggage are not allowed in classrooms. 

Consequences for failing to comply may include:

1. Adjustment of student’s dress code.

2. Changing to acceptable clothing.

3. Students are sent home until dress is acceptable.

4. After-school detention.

5. Suspension or Extended Day.

6. Parent Conference. We ask for parents’ assistance, as well as junior high students, in this matter, so that a more restrictive dress code will not be needed. The school reserves the right to modify the dress code should problems occur. The dress code applies to school, school functions, and field trips unless prior approval is granted.