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InformationFrequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.
Where are my child's corrected papers? New assignments or ongoing work that is incomplete remains in the three-ring binder. After the assignment has been corrected and discussed in class, students sort them into their subject folders which are kept inside their desks. The binder and the subject folders will help students with their organizational skills and reduces the risk of misplacing papers. I keep all tests, quizzes, projects, and writing assignments in a student portfolio to be shared during parent conferences. What are the consequences for not doing homework? Grade deduction, loss of free time, or both. Students are not graded on the accuracy of their homework; instead, students are marked on whether or not they tackled a problem, showed signs of effort, and made appropriate corrections. How can I help in the classroom? Would ten year olds find your job interesting? Do you like performing in front of a classroom of bright-eyed kids? Contact me if you would like to share your professional experiences or talents with our class. Readers are welcome to visit as well. If you have a favorite children's book that you would like to share with our class, please contact me so that we can make necessary arrangements. If you have any old board games that are collecting dust in closets, our class would love to have them for indoor recess days. We seem to have a room full of allergies this year (myself included). Any spare tissue boxes you would be willing to donate would be appreciated. Why has my child been marked tardy or absent? Students are admitted to their homeroom at 8:35. Students who have not arrived in the room by 8:45 are marked tardy. If a student enters school after 8:45, he or she must sign in at the office to avoid being marked absent. How many days does my child have to complete homework after being absent? Students have the same number of days to complete the assignments as they were absent from school, (i.e., two days absent = two days to make up the work). My child is being dismissed differently today. What should I do? If there is a change in your child's routine dismissal, a signed note with contact information must be brought to school on or before that day. Telephoning or e-mailing Mrs. Linda Drew in the office is also acceptable; please CC me if you send an e-mail. What kind of dress is appropriate? Please consult the student handbook for acceptable attire. Students wearing clothing that is too revealing or with offensive language or images may be sent home to change into something appropriate for elementary school. Students should also dress appropriately for the weather and wear comfortable clothing and sneakers on days that we have Physical Education. Students are encouraged to bring a healthy beverage with their snack. Outside of snack, bottled water is the only beverage allowed in the classroom. What items are not allowed in your classroom? All electronic devices, trading cards, make-up, hair brushes, any noise- making products, and any other device that may disrupt the learning environment are not permitted. Expensive and valuable items should be left at home where they are safe. When are parent conferences held? Early release days have been scheduled for the purpose of parent conferencing around the time report cards are issued. I will send home a letter requesting a date and time to meet with you. If you would like to meet with me prior to this, please contact me. I would be happy to schedule a meeting with you to discuss your child's growth and progress in grade 5. Will my child be ready to face the challenges of middle school? Absolutely. Speak with any former fifth grade students or their parents and they will attest to the fact that they are more than prepared for sixth grade. |
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