Frequently Asked Questions
When Does School Start?
The first day of school is Monday, August 25, 2014. School hours are 8:45 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.
Where do I go on the first day of school?
What do I do if I lost my schedule?
Go ahead and report to your designated area the first day of school. We will provide you with a new schedule.
What if a period is missing on my schedule?
Contact one of our counselors at cstarnes@mckinneyisd.net or [email protected].
What if I want to change my schedule?
Schedule change requests will be based upon academic need and classroom space availability. Schedule changes will not be made after the first two weeks of school, Friday, September 5, 2014. Contact one of the counselors for more information.
When is lunch?
The lunch schedule is difficult to understand on the printed schedule, but basically what you need to know is that sixth graders eat at 11:30, seventh graders at 12:26, and eighth graders at 1:23 p.m. We anticipate long lines in the cafeteria, especially at the beginning of the school year. Therefore, we suggest you bring your lunch if possible. You are welcome to deposit money into your lunch account whenever it is convenient. When you make a purchase, you will enter your confidential student ID number. Please make sure you do not share your number with anyone else. Students are not allowed to charge meals in the cafeteria.
What is the bell schedule?
The schedule is included in this packet.
When can I get a locker?
Locker information will be on your schedule. If there is a problem with your locker, Mrs. Coates will be available to help you at Meet the Teacher and during the first few days of school. Please don’t stress if your locker doesn’t work. I promise it will be ok!! J
Where do I go after school?
Bus riders exit through the cafeteria. You need to memorize your bus number. Car riders, walkers and bike riders exit through the front door. Students who walk home after school need to leave immediately at 3:45 p.m.
How do I know which bus to ride?
Please check the website to find out which bus your child is supposed to ride. A representative from Durham will be at Meet the Teacher in order to explain bus routes and give bus assignments. For additional bus information, please call Durham at 972-542-8316 or check the website.
What else do I need to know?
Memorize your student ID before the first day of school. Also, memorize your bus number and bring your schedule the first day of school.
Please watch for upcoming announcements and opportunities for you to participate in activities at Dowell Middle School. Enjoy your summer and I look forward to meeting each of you soon.
The first day of school is Monday, August 25, 2014. School hours are 8:45 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.
Where do I go on the first day of school?
- 6th graders report to the 6th grade hallway and wait to be dismissed to first period.
- 7th graders report to the 7th Grade hallway and wait to be dismissed to first period.
- 8th graders report to the cafeteria and wait to be dismissed to first period.
What do I do if I lost my schedule?
Go ahead and report to your designated area the first day of school. We will provide you with a new schedule.
What if a period is missing on my schedule?
Contact one of our counselors at cstarnes@mckinneyisd.net or [email protected].
What if I want to change my schedule?
Schedule change requests will be based upon academic need and classroom space availability. Schedule changes will not be made after the first two weeks of school, Friday, September 5, 2014. Contact one of the counselors for more information.
When is lunch?
The lunch schedule is difficult to understand on the printed schedule, but basically what you need to know is that sixth graders eat at 11:30, seventh graders at 12:26, and eighth graders at 1:23 p.m. We anticipate long lines in the cafeteria, especially at the beginning of the school year. Therefore, we suggest you bring your lunch if possible. You are welcome to deposit money into your lunch account whenever it is convenient. When you make a purchase, you will enter your confidential student ID number. Please make sure you do not share your number with anyone else. Students are not allowed to charge meals in the cafeteria.
What is the bell schedule?
The schedule is included in this packet.
When can I get a locker?
Locker information will be on your schedule. If there is a problem with your locker, Mrs. Coates will be available to help you at Meet the Teacher and during the first few days of school. Please don’t stress if your locker doesn’t work. I promise it will be ok!! J
Where do I go after school?
Bus riders exit through the cafeteria. You need to memorize your bus number. Car riders, walkers and bike riders exit through the front door. Students who walk home after school need to leave immediately at 3:45 p.m.
How do I know which bus to ride?
Please check the website to find out which bus your child is supposed to ride. A representative from Durham will be at Meet the Teacher in order to explain bus routes and give bus assignments. For additional bus information, please call Durham at 972-542-8316 or check the website.
What else do I need to know?
Memorize your student ID before the first day of school. Also, memorize your bus number and bring your schedule the first day of school.
Please watch for upcoming announcements and opportunities for you to participate in activities at Dowell Middle School. Enjoy your summer and I look forward to meeting each of you soon.
