- AVON GROVE CHARTER SCHOOL
- Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to Our Most Frequently Asked Questions
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What letter day is it?
We keep an updated list of letter days right here on our website. You can reach it from our home page, on the left, under Quick Links. When school is canceled (snow day,) we do not skip the letter day; it moves to the next school day. For example if Tuesday is "C" day and school is canceled, Wednesday will be "C" day, Thursday will be "D" day, and so on.
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What are your school hours?
State Road Campus (4th-12th grade) is 7:35 AM - 2:15 PM
Early Learning Center at Kemblesville (K-3rd grade) is 8:30 AM - 2:45 PM
The ELC office is open 8:00 AM - 4:00 PMThe school day times are different for our two campuses to allow our feeder districts time for buses.
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What time is Car Line open?
State Road Campus (4th-12th grade)
Morning: 7:20 AM to 7:33 AM
Afternoon: 2:15 PM to 2:30 PMEarly Learning Center at Kemblesville (K-3rd grade)
Morning: 8:05 AM to 8:20 AM
Afternoon: 2:45 PM to 3:15 PM -
How do I email the main office?
For K-3rd grade, email elcmainoffice@agcharter.org
For 4th-12th grade, email staterdmainoffice@agcharter.org -
When do I need my driver's license for the Raptor security system?
For the safety of our students and staff, we require your driver's license if you will be entering the building past the front desk or if you are picking up your child. If you are simply dropping off an item at the front desk, you do not need your driver's license.
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If I pick up my child early or drop off my child late, at what time does it count as a full day?
State Road Campus (4th-12th grade) - 11:00 AM
Early Learning Center at Kemblesville (K-3rd grade) - 11:30 AM
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What are the scheduled Early Dismissal (half day) car line times and when will my child's bus arrive at home?
State Road Campus (4th-12th grade) - 11:15 AM
Early Learning Center at Kemblesville (K-3rd grade) - 11:30 AM
Buses should arrive approximately three hours early.
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Is lunch provided on scheduled Early Dismissal (half day) days?
No; unfortunately, there is not enough time. We recommend that students bring a bagged lunch or hearty snack.
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If the school district that buses my child is closed due to inclement weather, is my child obligated to come to school, since there isn’t any transportation provided?
Of course we would rather your child attend school, but if you are unable to provide transportation, it will not be counted as an absence. In this case only, it is not necessary to send a note to school because our Attendance office is aware of which districts are closed.
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To whom do I make payable for field trips, fundraisers, etc.?
Unless it's otherwise specified on the form, please make your check out to Avon Grove Charter School. Place your check and any paperwork (permission slips, deposit slips, etc.) in an envelope clearly marked with:
• What it's for
• Your child's name
• Your child's homeroom teacher
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Can all of my children attend Avon Grove Charter School and what grade levels are at AGCS?
Absoulutely! Many of our families have multiple children here. We offer a complete, Kindergarten through 12th grade education.
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Does the the school offer tours or an Open House?
Yes! We encourage and welcome you to come see what makes us a great choice for your child's education. Please contact the Main Office for more information.
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How do I apply to the Avon Grove Charter School for my child?
We now offer an online application process to our prospective families. Please visit our Enrollments webpage for details and links.
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When will I know if my child is selected to attend AGCS?
Avon Grove Charter School holds a lottery in the spring for the following school year. If your child's name is drawn, you will be notified immediately by email. Please visit our Lottery Process webpage for all of the details.
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What is a Charter School and how is it different from a traditional public school?
Charter schools are privately managed public schools that are authorized by Pennsylvania Act 22 and by Federal Law. Charter Schools are independent of the district and are governed by their own Board of Trustees, who are held directly accountable for the goals outlined in its charter. They are authorized by a public district (for us, Avon Grove School District,) and must report to the authorizing district once each year.
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State Road Campus, 4th-12th Grade
110 East State Road
West Grove, PA 19390
Phone: 484-667-5000
Fax: 610-869-5892Early Learning Center at Kemblesville
K-3rd Grade1769 New London Road
Landenberg, PA 19350
Phone: 610-255-5325
Fax: 610-255-5380