Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions 
of students and parents.
  1. How do we celebrate birthdays?`
  2. We didn't understand something.
  3. We couldn't finish our homework.
  4. What is a Burger King Night and BK DDD??
  5. On a DDD can I wear shorts, sandals, nail polish, etc?
  6. If my child misses school, does he/she make up all the work they missed?
  7. Can I come into school and help?



How do we celebrate birthdays?`

Birthdays are special in 2nd grade!  Your child may dress down on 
the day 
they are celebrating.  If that is already a DDD, a gym day or on 
a weekend, 
just dress down the next day.You are invited to send in cupcakes, 
juice, or 
whatever ideas you have!
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We didn't understand something.

Please email me at home,  MrsCif@aol.com
I will be more than happy to explain anything.  If it can't wait 
for an 
answer, call me at home, 697-0990. My cell number is on the front 
page 
banner if it's an emergency.
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We couldn't finish our homework.

I know our lives are all very busy, but it is very important to 
teach our 
children how to prioritize. New or uncovered material is NEVER 
sent home for 
the parents to teach. Therefore, if your child does not 
understand it, then 
please ask what they were doing when the information was given. 
If it is a 
matter of time, please know that homework should never take more 
than 30 
minutes.
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What is a Burger King Night and BK DDD??

Burger King in Buena supports Notre Dame by offering a special 
night each 
month where 15% of the sales are donated to the 8th grade class 
as a 
fundraiser. Each student or their family member must sign in to 
qualify for 
the DDD (usually the following Monday). Remember for all DDD the 
dress code 
must be followed.
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On a DDD can I wear shorts, sandals, nail polish, etc?

Even during DDD our dress code rules! Therefore, if it is a hot 
day and you 
want to wear shorts, wear the uniform shorts with a special top. 
All other 
questions refer to our dress code on the back of the school 
calendar.
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If my child misses school, does he/she make up all the work they missed?

Yes & NO:)  When a child is out from school due to strep throat, 
chicken 
pox, 
stomach virus, etc they do not have to return missed homework. If 
work is 
sent home it will be for review only. We don't need those germs 
sent back 
into school! Tests can be made up when the student returns, 
either orally or 
written.
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Can I come into school and help?

A big YES!  
Anytime you would like to come into our classroom to read a book 
or do a 
craft, please let me know ahead of time! We love to have visitors!
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