These are Mrs. Edwards' "TOP TEN" - the 10 most frequently asked questions, that is!!,
At the beginning of the school year, I will test all students to find their independent reading range (the low to high end at which students should be able to read and comprehend comfortably). A reading goal (a set number of points to be reached) is assigned to the student based on the individual reading range. Students then select books within his or her independent reading range, read those books, and take computerized tests. Points are awarded when the student's score is higher than 60 (although the "ideal" score is 90 - 100). Students have the entire 9 weeks to achieve their goal (total number of assigned points) with an accuracy score of no lower than 80 (Again, 90 is best).Back to Top
Do my books have to come from the Harkers Island Elementary School library?
While HIMES houses a wonderful selection of books, students may elect to check out popular titles from the public library or purchase books from a bookstore. You may check the level at www.ARbookfind.com, but you should also check to see that the school has purchaed the test for that book.Back to Top
What if I want to read a book below or above my level?
Always talk with me BEFORE YOU BEGIN READING if you want to read a book outside your reading level. Chances are I'll let you read it, but don't come to me AFTER the fact.Back to Top
I've finished my book. What do I do next?
You should have logged the book DAILY in your class reading log. After checking with me (with your completed log) you may test. You MAY NOT test in any classroom other than mine.Back to Top
I was unable to complete my homework last night. What does that mean?
If you had a family emergency or were sick, bring in a note from your parent/guardian stating the reason why you don't have the homework. If you forgot, you have one "grace" zero (I drop your lowest grade). If you complete ALL your homework during the 9 weeks, I reward you by dropping your lowest CLASSWORK (which includes guizzes) grade.Back to Top
Students who neglect completing homework will be expected to stay after school to complete the work. The grade for work completed after school begins at 80% with additional points deducted for errors. Projects and classwork assignments may be completed and turned in late with points deducted. Check with me first.Back to Top
Absences are necessary sometimes. When you are absent, check with a reliable classmate about what you missed. You should complete any and all make-up work promptly. My rule is you have one day to make up work if you were absent one day, two days if you were absent two day, etc. Any reading that was done in your absence should be made up immediately, particulary if we are still working on that piece.Back to Top
Homework/AR folders 20% Classwork/Quizzes 30% Tests 50% The AR program awards points for a grade of 60. This IS NOT considered passing by my standards. 70 - 100 is passing. I grade on the 7 point scale, ie 100 - 93 = A, 92 - 85 = B, 84 - 78 = C, 77 - 70 = D, 70 and below is an F.Back to Top