• A Parent’s Guide to the Toomer Parent Guides

    Welcome, Toomer families! We know there’s a lot to keep up with — uniforms, testing, spirit days, events, IB profiles, attendance, learning apps, and at least three things you probably just learned existed. That’s where our Parent Guides come in.

    Think of this as your friendly roadmap to all the “how-to”s of Toomer life — your one-stop shop for answers to questions like “When do I drop off again?”, “What’s MAP testing?”, or “Do we own any khaki pants that still fit?” (ok, we may not know the answer to that one, but you get the idea).

    Below, you’ll find short summaries and links to every Parent Guide we’ve created so far — designed to help you feel informed, connected, and (mostly) on top of things. We know there’s a lot to learn, but you’re not in it alone. These guides are here to make school life just a little less overwhelming (and a lot more connected). Explore what’s relevant to you now, come back later when something new pops up, and don’t hesitate to reach out — we’re all learning as we go.

    The ABCs of Toomer Life

    Building Classroom Community

    How we build classrooms that feel like family — and how you can help from home.

    Curriculum Night

    What’s happening in those classrooms (and how to look like you totally understand).

    Family Engagement

    From volunteering to cheering from the sidelines — find your way to plug in.

    Family Literacy Night

    Because nothing beats a good story — except sharing it with your kid.

    Family Math Night

    Turns out math can be fun (and occasionally involves snacks).

    Family Science Night

    Where explosions are educational and curiosity rules.

    GMAS Testing

    Demystifying Georgia Milestones — and helping your student show what they know.

    Learning Apps

    Meet the digital tools that actually make screen time count.

    Literacy at Toomer

    How reading and writing grow across the grades — and what you can do to support it.

    MAP Testing

    Understanding those test scores and what they mean for your child’s learning.

    New Families

    Everything new families need to know to feel right at home at Toomer.

    PRIDE Celebrations

    Where we celebrate effort, kindness, and that Cougar sparkle.

    Reframing “Is This a Good School?”

    Because a ‘good’ school isn’t about who goes there—it’s about what happens there.

    Registration

    All the info you need to get (or stay) officially enrolled at Toomer.

    Right to Know & AHERA

    Because every great school year starts with a little fine print.

    School Uniforms

    A guide to what’s encouraged, what’s optional, and how to find our uniform closet.

    Student Attendance

    Every day counts — and here’s why showing up makes a big difference.

    Talking to Teachers

    Tips for building strong communication and teamwork with your child’s teacher.