Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.

1. When is Back To School Night scheduled this year?
2. What is your policy about celebrating my child's birthday?
3. If I wish to talk with you, how do I do so?
4. What if my child is misinformed about projects, homework, etc.?
5. For absences, how do I get information about the day's classwork and homework?
6. How will I be informed about my child's academic and social progress inclass?

When is Back To School Night scheduled this year?

This year, "Back To School Night" is scheduled for Tuesday, September 16th. 
The time will be determined at a later date.

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What is your policy about celebrating my child's birthday?

There are new Federal regulations about food during school hours.  With the 
immplementation of the new Wellness Program, no cakes, cupcakes, doughnuts, 
sweets are allowed at Cherry Chase.  Non-perishable goodie bags are allowed.  
Please check with the teacher if you wish to bring in a treat to honor your 
child's birthday.  Information will be sent home outlining what is OK and not 
OK.

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If I wish to talk with you, how do I do so?

I strive to continually keep the lines of communication open between the 
teacher and parents. Feel free to contact me via my email address 
(gwen.gibson@sesd.org),telephone, or a note sent to school with your child. I 
will respond to your message ASAP.  I will not be able to meet with parents 
after school on Wednesdays since that day is scheduled for teacher staff 
meetings immediately after school.

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What if my child is misinformed about projects, homework, etc.?

This year I am using my website as  a tool to keep you informed about  all 
3rd grade activities that will occur throughout the school year.  
Feel free to use it, since the info will probably help answer some questions 
you may encounter. My website is www.TeacherWeb.com/CA/CherryChaseSchool/ 
GwendolynGibson.

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For absences, how do I get information about the day's classwork and homework?

Daily homework will always be listed on my website under the icon heading 
for homework. When your child is absent it is very important that you call 
the school office requesting the class and homework assignments. You may 
either pick up the "While You Were Absent" packet in room 30 or in the 
school office.

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How will I be informed about my child's academic and social progress inclass?

I plan to send progress reports and report cards home with your child. In 
addition, a bi-weekly manila envelope with your child's classwork, homework, 
and tests will also be sent home with your child to help you keep abreast of 
how well he/she is performing in class.  Please sign the manila envelope and 
return all the papers in it back  to school with your child the following day.

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