Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.
Do I do all of the activities on the Reinforcement sheet every night?
No! Just pick one or two activities each night. You should work NO MORE THAN 20 minutes a night. You do not have to return any of the work you do.Back to Top
Do we have to study the bonus words each week on the spelling list?
No! They are for extra credit only. They can only increase your child's grade.Back to Top
Is every child in the class doing the same assignments at the same time?
No. In our class we work at our own level. I have some children working above grade level, some on grade level, and some below grade level. I individualize instruction so that every child is working in their own zone of proximal development. Please don't worry if your child is not reading the same book as the child next to them or studying the same spelling list. Each child is working at his/her own level.Back to Top
What hard backed book are you referring to on the homework sheet?
I am referring to our reading book. Each week your child will bring it home on Thursday, read our 2 weekly stories to you, and return it to school on Friday. This way your child gets extra practice reading the stories before taking the AR tests on Friday.Back to Top
Do you take grades on all of the AR tests?
No. I only take a grade on AR tests that are in our reading book. These are comprehension grades in reading. The tests will be read to everyone so that it is a true measure of comprehension and not reading.Back to Top
Do I have to return the study packets to school?
No. These are for study purposes only. Please do not return them to me.Back to Top
How many books does my child have to read a month for Book-It?
Our class goal is 10 books per month per child. We read many more than that here at school. Read the take-home books or any books we make in class. Read your library books. Fill out 1 sheet per month and return it to school. I do not need to know the titles/authors of the books.Back to Top
What is the best way to get in touch with you?
I check my school email several times a day. If your message concerns a transportation issue for your child, please call our school office.Back to Top