If a student needs to leave school during the day, certain procedures must be followed. Only the parent/guardian who has signed the enrollment card or someone with written authorization from the parent will be allowed to take a child from school during regular school hours. The parent signs the child out at reception and the student will then be called to reception for parent pick-up. Teachers are not permitted to release students unless this procedure has been followed. When possible, the classroom teacher should be sent a note or e-mail in the morning if the student is to leave before the regular time so that plans can be made accordingly. If a parent is out of the city and has left the child(ren) with another adult, a note should be written to the school authorizing the child’s release to this person in case such a release is needed. Early release of students is allowed only for a reason such as a medical appointment. Early release of students for non-emergency or medical reasons is highly discouraged. There is no early release of students after 2:30 p.m. under any circumstance.