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Documents, Forms & Links

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    Want an easy way to ensure your child gets the supplies he or she needs? 

    PTA will be doing the school supply kits again for next school year. This makes shopping for school supplies so easy. Click on the link below and order your child's kit for the grade they will be in next year! And your child's school supplies will be waiting on their desk for them at open house! 

  • WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 
    EXTENDED DAY PROGRAM (EDP) 

    WHEN DOES EDP MEET? 

    Monday–Friday from 2:55 PM until 5:30 PM on regularly scheduled full school days. The program does not operate on holidays, half days, or early dismissal days. It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to have the ParentSquare app for notifications regarding early dismissal and to make appropriate pickup arrangements. 

    WHAT WILL MY STUDENT DO WHILE IN EDP? 

    The daily schedule includes snack time, homework/reading time, and game/play time. 

    FEES 

    Morning Care (EMC): Monday–Friday 7:00 AM – 7:25 AM. Cost: $1.00 per student, per day. 
     
    Extended Day Afternoon (EDP): Yearly non-refundable enrollment fee of $45.00 per student and $35.00 for each additional sibling. Daily rate is $10.00 per day for the first student and $8.00 per day for each additional student. Students are only charged for days attended. 

    DROP-IN CARE 

    Available for students not enrolled in EDP. Limited to 5 sessions per school year per student. Cost is $12.00 per day and must be paid at pickup. Parents must notify the child’s teacher and/or school secretary. 

    PICKUP & LATE FEES 

    Students must be signed out daily. Late fee of $2.00 per minute per student after 5:30 PM.  After  

    PAYMENT POLICY 

    Payments are due weekly by Friday. A $20.00 late fee will be added if unpaid for two consecutive Fridays. Students may be denied participation due to outstanding balances. 

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

    Students report to the gym at dismissal (2:55 PM). At least one family member must join the EDP ParentSquare group. Parents will be notified if a student becomes ill or injured. Emergency contacts will be used if needed. 

    GROUNDS FOR TERMINATION 

    Services may be terminated for non-payment, repeated late payment, or disruptive behavior. Two warnings will be given; the third will result in removal from the program.

     

  • Any medication given during the school day must have a medication authorization form on file with the school nurse.  West Elementary’s school nurse is Dori Potter, RN.  The authorization form can be found on the Health Services page of the CCS District website. 

     

     

  • Attendance is such an important part of your child’s success in school. We also know the importance of family time to refresh and recharge as a unit.  We wanted to share school break and holiday dates with you so that you can plan ahead and Make Memories! 

    Cullman City Schools Family Travel Planning Guide for 2026-2027, detailing school breaks and return dates.

  • Students are prohibited from using, operating, or possessing wireless communication devices (devices with capabilities of exchanging voice, messaging, and data) in public K – 12 school buildings of on school grounds during the instructional day.  Devices must be turned off and stored off of the student’s person (in a backpack, for example), unless expressly permitted by an IEP, 504, of health plan. 

  • The “Parent's Right to Know” Act requires schools provide parents (references to “parents” include guardians) of enrolled students with information regarding the curricula. 

    Important information about our curricula, supplementary instructional materials, grading parameters, assessments and assessment schedule, and more can be found on the CCS District website. 

  • CCS Child Nutrition Program Now Uses LINQ Connect

    What is LINQ Connect?

    LINQ Connect is a secure online platform that helps families manage school-related payments and
    information—all in one place.
    With LINQ Connect, you can:
    • View and pay school fees through the Online Store
    • Add funds to your student’s meal account
    • Monitor meal balances and cafeteria purchases
    • Set up automatic recurring payments
    • Transfer funds between your students
    • Set low balance alerts
    • Submit free and reduced-price meal applications online
    • View daily breakfast and lunch menus

    LINQ Connect Online Meal Menu 

    The online menu will open in a new tab.  Please note: You will need to use the drop down menu on the right side to select your school. 

    How to Register for Your LINQ Connect Account

    How to Add a Student to your LINQ Connect Account

    Family FAQs for LINQ Connect


    Click to Access Additional Information Regarding Meal Service Procedures

  • To report a student absence, please use ParentSquare.  Parents/guardians can report an absence by accessing ATTENDANCE in the ParentSquare platform. 

  • Cullman City Schools offers social and emotional assistance to our students and families.  You can find out more about our available resources by contacting Chloe Barnette, our Mental Health Specialist and by visiting the Mental Health section of the CCS District website. 

  • All students in Cullman City Schools must adhere to the policies and procedures outlined in the CCS Student Code of Conduct. 

  • The CCS Technology Department provides students and parents with resources to assist them in the use of educational technology supported by Cullman City Schools.