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- Do I need to sign my son/daughter's agenda book each night?
- Will my child receive homework every night?
- What's the easiest way for me to get in contact with you?
- What are some things that my child can work on in addition to h.w.?
Do I need to sign my son/daughter's agenda book each night?
Although there are some students that are able to complete their homework on
their own without their parent's assistance, I would like for all parents to
sign their name each day in the agenda book so that I know you have seen
their assignments. Also, there are times when Mrs. Gilman and I will write
you little notes in the agenda book that need to be seen on a daily basis.
This process only takes a couple of minutes and is a vital part in making
sure that the student knows they are responsible for completing assignments.
This also helps you stay aware of what things are due and any communication
between us.
Will my child receive homework every night?
No, but it depends on a couple of factors. Usually, there will be no
homework given for the weekend. This does not include homework which may be
late or incomplete from a previous assignment. Also, if there is a long term
assignment that is due, students may have to work on the weekend to complete
it, depending on how they managed their time for it. Assignments that should
have been completed during class time that are not done may also warrant
completion over the weekend. In general, there is a math assignment that is
homework on a daily basis, except for weekends. Science and social studies
homework will vary in its frequency.
What's the easiest way for me to get in contact with you?
First of all, I encourage you to get in contact with me with any questions or
concerns that you have immediately. Please don't think a problem is to small
or not that important. You can email me at rwhalen@ebnet.org, call the
school at 613-6830 ext.5778, stop in before school, or write me a note.
What are some things that my child can work on in addition to h.w.?
In 4th grade, one of the most important areas to work on and master are basic
math facts. Hopefully, students coming into 4th grade have mastered their
addition and subtraction facts. If your child has not, 15 to 20 minutes of
review 3 to 4 times a week will give your child the opportunity to master
them. Flash cards, games, and worksheets are all good ways to help your
child learn and remember them. In 4th grade, we will concentrate on
multiplication and division facts. Again, as much time as can be spent
outside of school on these facts will help the students greatly. 15 to 20
minutes, 3 to 4 times a week would be great. Flash cards, games, math minute
sheets, worksheets, pages in their skills link book, and others are all good
ways to master facts. If you have any questions or need assistance, please
let me know.
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