Schools announce Open House and policy updates
Seminole County Schools invite all parents, guardians, and students to attend an Open House event designed to be the perfect opportunity for families to meet teachers, explore classrooms, and prepare for a successful school year that begins with the first day of School on Thursday, July 31st.
Open House Schedule:
Seminole County Elementary School will welcome all students and their families to its Open House and School Supply Scramble on Tuesday, July 29th. For K3 and Pre-K students the times will be from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., and for Kindergarten through fifth grades the times will be from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Seminole County Middle High School will welcome all students and their families to its Open House on Wednesday, July 30.
The sixth grade open house will be held from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Parents and students should meet in the cafeteria at 4:30 p.m. for a brief welcome presentation before visiting classrooms.
The seventh and eight grades open house will be held from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
The ninth through twelfth grades open house will be held from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
All other students should pick up their class schedules in the cafeteria upon arrival before heading to classrooms.
While attending students will have the opportunity to pay a student’s $25 technology fee, and Seniors can pay their $50 Senior dues.
Dress Code Reminder
There are no changes to the dress code for the upcoming school year. Parents and students are encouraged to review the current dress code guidelines to ensure everyone is prepared for day one.
New SCMHS cell phone and electronic devices policy
In accordance with Georgia’s Distraction-Free Education Act (House Bill 340), SCMHS has implemented new guidelines regarding personal electronic devices.
Students in grades six through twelve are not permitted to use personal electronic devices — including phones, tablets, headphones, and smartwatches — from the first bell to the last bell each school day.
Devices must be turned off or silenced and stored securely in lockers, bookbags, or purses.
This policy applies to all parts of the day unless a staff member authorizes use.
Parents needing to reach their child during school hours should contact the front office directly.
Consequences for violations include:
First Offense: Warning and parent contact
Second Offense: After-school detention, possible parent pick-up
Third through Fifth Offense: One to five days in-School Suspension (ISS)
Sixth Offense: Out-of-School Suspension (OSS) and Behavior Intervention Plan
Serious misuse (cyberbullying, threats, etc.) will result in immediate law enforcement referral.
Attendance policy highlights
Regular attendance is essential for student success. Key points include:
One to Two Unexcused Absences: Teacher and principal designee contact parents.
Three Unexcused Absences: First attendance letter sent to parents.
Five Unexcused Absences: Certified letter; home visit by school social worker.
Six to Eight Unexcused Absences: Possible home visit from Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) and legal action.
Ten Unexcused Absences: Students 16 and older risk losing driving privileges.
SCMHS is committed to working with families to improve attendance and ensure every student has the opportunity to succeed.
