FAQs
When is the first day of school?
Click here for schedules and calendars.
What time does school start and end?
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What are the school office hours?
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What vaccinations are required for school enrollment?
Please visit our enrollment page for a link to this information from the Indiana Department of Health.
What are the breakfast/lunch prices?
All students at Marion Community Schools receive free breakfast and lunch throughout the school year.
What is the attendance policy, and what should I do if my student is absent?
Click here to view MCS attendance policy.
What are the dress code rules?
Click here to view/download the most recent dress code specifics.
I have moved. Where can I get my child’s new bus information?
First you will need to contact the school secretary to update your student record. After you have spoken to their home school, you can contact the Transportation Department, 7664-4237, for your child’s new bus information.
Is bus transportation available for my student?
All students living within the district boundaries can request bus transportation. Click here for more information.
How do I contact my child's teacher?
Our teachers can be reached by phone and email. Click here for our phone number or to find a teacher's email address. You can also visit teachers at school, but arrangements must be made ahead of time through the school. Click here for more information on scheduling a visit.
How can I get a message to my child during the school day?
Main office staff can assist you with this. Call 674-6917. However, please note that messages must be sent through the office before 3 p.m.
On what holidays and vacations is school closed?
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How can I report bullying, theft or other threats to students' safety?
The best thing to do is to contact the principal at your child's school. An official, written report is the best way to help us keep our students and staff as safe as possible. Click here for more information about bullying prevention and reporting, along with other safety information.
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