School Day Details
The Jefferson Middle School Day, Start to Finish
From arrival to dismissal, everything families need for a typical day at Jefferson Middle School.
Have a question we didn't cover here? Reach out to our school office anytime. For the full details on policies and procedures, see the Jefferson Middle School Student Handbook.
Jefferson Middle School
21 Moffett Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15243
412-344-2120
Office Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. during the school year.
Going Home (Dismissal)
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Dismissal begins at 3:00 p.m.
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Walkers can head straight home on the sidewalks, while Car Riders use the Go Zone.
Bell Schedules
Stay on time and plan your day with the Jefferson Middle School bell schedules.
Getting To & From School Safely
Students
- Walk directly home after dismissal if walking.
- Use sidewalks and crossing guards.
- Avoid parking lots and play areas near the school.
- Follow GO ZONE car pickup procedures if applicable.
Parents & Guardians
- Establish a clear meeting location with your child
- Pick up students promptly.
- Follow GO ZONE procedures:
- Remain in your car
- Use designated pickup areas only
- No parking in GO ZONE or school lots
- No pets on school property at any time.
Crossing Guard Areas
- Crossing guards are stationed throughout our neighborhoods to support safe walking routes.
- Families are encouraged to review routes together and remind students to use designated crossings.
Go Zone Arrival & Pickup Procedures
Visiting Jefferson Middle School
Enter at the main entrance, ring to be buzzed in, and bring a photo ID. Sign in for a visitor pass.
Meals
Students are assigned a lunch based on their schedule.
Attendance
All attendance should be logged in PowerSchool Portal (Dashboard) through Lebo ID.
Reporting an Absence
- Report attendance by logging in to the PowerSchool Portal (Dashboard) using your Lebo ID.
- Please click Forms, complete the attendance form for your student, and submit.
- Send a written note or email to the teacher within three school days.
- Without documentation, absences are marked unlawful. Multiple unlawful absences may require an attendance review.
- If an excuse is not turned in within a few days, the school will alert the student’s parent/guardian via e-mail.
Visit PowerSchool Portal through LeboID to Report an Absence
Pre-Approved Absences
- Limited to 5 days per school year.
- Students will not be granted more than five days of pre-approved absence (an absence requested beforehand) during the school year.
- Whenever possible, please plan extended trips during scheduled school breaks.
Health-Related Absences
- Absences of 5+ consecutive days require clearance through the Health Office before returning.
Resources
Quick links to the forms, logins, and tools families use most.
Forms
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