5 Things to Know: Starting the Port Washington School Year

School’s back in session in the district. Here are some things to keep in mind this year.

1. Beginning next week and spanning through much of September, all Port Washington public schools will be holding bus safety drills. Read more on .
2. Check the Port Washington school calendar for new parent meetings, and family inclusive welcome-back events
3. Like other districts across the nation, Port Washington Public Schools are following new nutrition standards in their cafeterias. This means that all meals will meet age-appropriate calorie limits, with more fruits and vegetables, increased vegetable protein offerings, such as beans, and smaller portions of proteins and carbohydrates.
4. Speaking of school meals, breakfast costs $1; lunch, $2.50. For convenience, parents may purchase lunch cards at www.myLunchMoney.com, or pay by check. School menus are available online.
5. There’s a two-day school recess on Sept. 17-18, making for a long weekend that coincides with the Jewish New Year.