David Ellis Academy West offers a variety of programs that engage students in learning and promote academic excellence. We set high academic expectations for all of our students and provide a nurturing environment along with numerous levels of support to ensure that our young scholars are successful.
David Ellis Academy West teachers are dedicated to getting the job done. Our teachers are working nonstop to provide opportunities to make your child successful.
Please be reminded school begins promptly at 8:05 a.m. Students are expected to report to school on time and dressed in complete uniform. Students participating in Kid Zone (latchkey) may enter through the Beech Daly entrance as early as 7:00 a.m.
School attendance has a direct impact on academic achievement. In order to make the most of educational opportunities, students must have consistent, punctual daily attendance. Students must be in the classroom when attendance is taken to be counted present. Please ensure your child attends school on a daily basis and arrives on time. Excessive absences, tardies and early dismissals are recorded and will be reported to the Wayne County Prosecutor's office.
• After the student has five (5) unexcused absences, tardies or early dismissals the school will call the parent/guardian and/or send a reminder letter about the student’s attendance.
• After seven (7) unexcused absences, tardies or eary dismissals the school will send a final warning letter, reminding the parent of the need to improve the student’s attendance and compulsory attendance law. The school will work closely with both student and parent to improve the student’s attendance. A copy of this letter will be sent to the Wayne County Prosecutor's office.
New School Hours
Entrance bell
8:05 a.m.
Tardy bell
8:10 a.m.
Entrance bell
8:05 a.m.
Tardy bell
8:10 a.m.
During inclement weather conditions, students may enter the building at 7:55 a.m.
All students who arrive to school late must be signed in by their parent/legal guardian.
All exterior doors will close promptly at 8:10 a.m. Tardy students arriving after 8:10 a.m. will enter through the Pembroke doors only. A parent/legal guardian will be required to sign in all tardy students arriving after 8:10.
For the safety and security of our students and staff, all parents/visitors must use the main entrance (Pembroke lobby) and report to the upper school office.