School Hours and Attendance

  • Parent Drop-Off Time (Front Doors): 7:30-8:00 a.m.

    Start Time: 8:09 a.m.

    Dismissal: 2:45 p.m.

    Parent Pick Up (Back Doors): 2:45-3:00 p.m.


    Attendance

    Attendance Line

    Email (preferred): mmsattendance@isd194.org
    Phone: 952-232-2218

    When a student is absent for any reason, the parent is expected to notify the school via email (preferred) at mmsattendance@isd194.org or by phone at 952-232-2218. Please provide the following information:

    • Student’s name (with the spelling of the student’s last name if leaving voicemail)
    • Student’s grade
    • Reason for absence
    • Number you can be reached at if there are questions
    • Relationship to the student

    For health questions, please call the health clerk at 952-232-2219.

    For more information, please review:


    Bus Information

    Our bus service is provided by Schmitty & Sons, for more information on their services, or to contact the bus garage, please call 952-985-7513 or visit their .


    Visitor Information

    When visiting McGuire Middle School, please use our Visitor Security System. This system allows students, families, staff, and community members to visit our schools and help ensure a safe and secure environment for all. If you plan to visit during the school day, please bring your state-issued ID, such as your driver’s license to swipe upon entrance.

    There are four steps:

    1. Push the red button.
    2. Swipe your State-issued ID.
    3. Proceed to the School Office and pick-up your printed badge and display during your visit.
    4. Swipe your ID on your way out to check out of the building.

    We truly value the parents, volunteers and community members who spend time in our buildings to help support our students.

    For additional information, please visit the  web page. If you are planning to have lunch with your child and would like to purchase lunch, please send a note with your child or call the kitchen at 952-232-2204 to order your lunch.