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Ruth Upson Elementary Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Is the supply list online the complete list or will it vary by teacher?

    The 2024-2025 supply list online is complete, though teachers may ask for additional items. The 2024-2025 supply will be posted before the beginning of next school year. 

  2. Do you know when we will receive letters about teacher placement or orientation? 

    Postcards will be sent home the week prior to school starting. Orientation for the 24-25 school year will be on August 8th. 1-2pm for pre-k through 2nd, and 2-3pm for 3rd through 5th grade. 

  3. What are the school colors?

    Purple and gold.

  4. What is the school mascot?

    Our mascot is the Eagle.

  5. When is the first day of school?

    August 10th is the first day of school for the 2020-2021 school year and classes always begin promptly at 8:30. 

  6. I want to help Ruth Upson Elementary. What are my options?

    • We need classroom and school volunteers to assist with daily activities, cafeteria monitoring, and other classroom services.

    • We need parents to serve on our SAC committee which is a unique opportunity to advise school leaders and assist with the school improvement plan.

    • We need PTA board members to direct parent involvement efforts and student activities to ensure students have unique and extraordinary experiences at school.

    • We need PTA volunteers to help ensure activities and events run smoothly, or to even help in the main office.

    • We need in-kind (financial) donations or items to support school programs and our families.

    • We collect Box tops, Soup labels, Pop tabs, Labels for Educations, and MyCoke rewards.

  7. How can I help my child be successful?

    • Meet your child's teacher.

    • Attend parent-teacher conferences and keep in touch with your child's teacher.

    • Find out how your child is doing, Check the FOCUS portal weekly.

    • Make sure that your child gets homework done and ask for help if they are struggling.

    • Help your child prepare for tests.

    • Volunteer at your child's school and/or join your school's parent-teacher group.

    • Let the school know your concerns.

    • Demonstrate a positive attitude about education to your children.

    • Monitor your child's television, video game, and Internet use.

    • Encourage your child to read.

    • Talk with your child.

    • Encourage your child to be responsible and work independently.

    • Have your student work on i-Ready or Achieve 3000 at home.