Question 1

Ahhh I feel so overwhelmed, will my student be OK?"

Accepted Answer

Starting school is a big step for every family and luckily all of our students make it through the other side. We created this site to support you as you transition to SWWFS. The school's HSA has a board member whose one of their jobs is to help get you through this difficult period. Please reach out to engagement@swwfs.org if you have any questions or need anything that isn't currently available. You can do this!

Question 2

Why is the school called SWWFS and what is the relationship with the High School?

Question 3

Do students need to wear masks?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the COVID-19 pandemic is still ongoing and most students aren't vaccinated yet. There will be further guidance for in person learning before the beginning of the school year.
 
Further information can be found at https://dcpsreopenstrong.com/

Question 4

What's going on with SWWFS' modernization?

Accepted Answer

Planning/design is starting SY2021-2022 and construction is SY2022-2024. All the latest details can be found at the following site:
 
https://sites.google.com/a/dc.gov/dcps-school-modernizations/home/school-without-walls-francis-stevens

Question 5

How does drop off and pick up work?

Accepted Answer

The details of these are still being worked out for 2021-2022 and will align with DC Health's guidance for DCPS.
 
In pre-pandemic years, caregivers of PK3 & PK4 students may escort their student to their classroom. Elementary school students are dropped off in the cafeteria and their teacher will walk them to their classroom. Middle school students start in the auditorium and are picked up by their teacher.

Question 6

What aftercare options are there?

Accepted Answer

TBD

Question 7

Where can I find the shool calendar?

Accepted Answer

We follow the DCPS calendar and the details can be found here:
 
https://dcps.dc.gov/page/dcps-calendars

Question 8

Are students required to wear uniforms?

Accepted Answer

The policy for 2021-2022 is under review but updates will be available on the school's website. In past years, ECE and elementary students wear black tops and khaki bottoms. Middle school students wear white tops and khaki bottoms.
 
Families have found that the Children's Place, Old Navy, and Lands End have great uniform selections.

Question 9

What school supplies are required for the start of the school year?

Accepted Answer

To avoid the last-minute school supply list scramble, this year SWWFS and HSA partnered with 1st Day School Supplies Inc. to offer a one-stop-shop, online school supply list ordering system.  This online ordering system also includes delivery of supplies to our school or your homes and contains everything requested from our teachers for SY 2021-2022 preparation.

How does this work?
Families purchase their supply kits online in June and July 2021 at www.1stdayschoolsupplies.com. Prices for the items are competitive with (or even better than) local and online retailers. We are also able to include an option for families to sponsor supply kits for students in need - a great way for our community to help others!

Kit Delivery?
Kits are delivered to SWWFS or to your homes at the beginning of August 2021. Kits arrive in individually labeled boxes and contain name stickers for students to tag their supplies. If desired, you can choose to obtain communal supplies (like for ECE) and bulk supplies delivered to your classroom.

Question 10

How do I sign up for school meals? (include available financial supports/go-to person)

Accepted Answer

TBD

Question 11

What is Foodprints/the big garden outside the school?

Accepted Answer

FoodPrints programming supports school communities with academic recovery, community building and healing during spring and summer 2021 and into the 2021-22 school year.

Using our Grow-Cook-Eat-Learn model, FoodPrints engages students in hands-on lessons that are directly tied to our standards-based FoodPrints Curriculum which supports Science, ELA, and SEL instruction.
 
Foodprints is led by Ms. Vincent of Fresh Farms and more information can be found at their website.

Question 12

Is it OK if I park in the No Parking During School Days Zone during drop off and pick up?

Accepted Answer

While technically not allowed, MPD provides some flexibility during the beginning and end of the school day.

Question 13

What do BOY, MOY, and EOY mean?"

Accepted Answer

BOY = Beginning of Year
MOY = Middle of Year
EOY = End of Year

Question 14

Is there a nurse available during all school hours and what happens if my student becomes ill or hurt during school?

Accepted Answer

TBD

Question 15

What if my child needs medication kept at school?

Accepted Answer

TBD

Question 16

When do summer camps start filling up?

Accepted Answer

Many summer camps start filling up as early as January or February. If you're able to, try to schedule your summer earlier than later.
 
DPR provides more affordable camp options than the private ones and registration is typically in mid-march. https://dpr.dc.gov/service/summer-camps

Question 17

Do I need to re-enroll every year?

Accepted Answer

Yes and you can do this at https://enrolldcps.dc.gov/

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Ahhh I feel so overwhelmed, will my student be OK?"

Why is the school called SWWFS and what is the relationship with the High School?

Do students need to wear masks?

What's going on with SWWFS' modernization?

How does drop off and pick up work?

What aftercare options are there?

Where can I find the shool calendar?

Are students required to wear uniforms?

What school supplies are required for the start of the school year?

How do I sign up for school meals? (include available financial supports/go-to person)

What is Foodprints/the big garden outside the school?

Is it OK if I park in the No Parking During School Days Zone during drop off and pick up?

What do BOY, MOY, and EOY mean?"

Is there a nurse available during all school hours and what happens if my student becomes ill or hurt during school?

What if my child needs medication kept at school?

When do summer camps start filling up?

Do I need to re-enroll every year?

John R. Francis Education Campus ECE | Elementary | Middle

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Frequently Asked Questions

Under Construction

Ahhh I feel so overwhelmed, will my student be OK?"

Why is the school called SWWFS and what is the relationship with the High School?

Do students need to wear masks?

What's going on with SWWFS' modernization?

How does drop off and pick up work?

What aftercare options are there?

Where can I find the shool calendar?

Are students required to wear uniforms?

What school supplies are required for the start of the school year?

How do I sign up for school meals? (include available financial supports/go-to person)

What is Foodprints/the big garden outside the school?

Is it OK if I park in the No Parking During School Days Zone during drop off and pick up?

What do BOY, MOY, and EOY mean?"

Is there a nurse available during all school hours and what happens if my student becomes ill or hurt during school?

What if my child needs medication kept at school?

When do summer camps start filling up?

Do I need to re-enroll every year?

John R. Francis Education Campus
ECE | Elementary | Middle

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