Frequently Asked Questions
What time does school start and end?

    The Harborside Middle School day starts at 8:00 am.  If your child gets to the school anytime after that, he/she will be marked as tardy. If your child is tardy, you need to write a note and the secretary in the office will give him/her a note to get into class.  School ends at 2:30 p.m.

What do you do if you child is absent?

      Please call the school to let us know if your child is  or will be absent.  When your son/daughter returns to school, you must send in a note explaining the absence. It is necessary for parents or guardians to notify the school by writing a note if your son/daughter has been absent.

What is the attendance policy?

     See student handbook 

How much does hot lunch cost?

    Hot lunch costs $1.75. 
           Prepayment bonus
      Deposit $70.00 and receive 44 lunches or $77.00 on account - a 10% bonus.
      Deposit $35.00 and receive 1 bonus lunch.

When are P.T.A. meetings?

     PTA meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the Media Center.

How can I volunteer at Harborside?
 

    Volunteers are always welcome at Harborside.  You may contact the PTA for a list of all upcoming events where volunteers are needed.  If you are interested in volunteering in the Media Center, contact Mrs. Doyle directly at 783-3592 or send an email from the Media Center's Web page.