Questions parents frequently ask throughout the year........
What happens if my child cries?
Many children cry during the initial introductory period of Kindergarten. It is a new environment, and sometimes will overwhelm a child. As the fun begins, they usually calm themselves and join in the play. Teacher-comfort and a tissue, some reassuring words, and a smile takes care of the rest.Back to Top
There are several play times built into the Kindergarten day, both indoors and outside. There are many toys to choose from in the various classroom play areas, and the children learn to share, take turns, socialize, and discover the fun and excitement of learning and playing in school.Back to Top
What if my child does not understand or struggles with something new ?
The Math and Reading programs presented in Kindergarten are very carefully paced, and are developmentally appropriate for this age level. The children learn through various activities, games, and songs. Children work in large groups, small groups, and one-on-one with the teacher, so that your child will work at his or her own pace through encouragement and in a positive environment to learn to read, write, and understand how numbers work.Back to Top
When a child is absent, all work is saved for that child to complete whenever he or she is feeling better. A call must be placed to the school absentee line when your child will miss school. A note must be sent to the office when the child returns.Back to Top
A menu is sent home each month stating what the daily selections will be. A lunch can be purchased on a daily basis, or a five-day lunch ticket can also be purchased, good for any days needed. The lunch tickets are kept in school until the 5 days are used. If your child brings lunch, milk can also be purchased in the cafeteria. (See menu for all prices)Back to Top
Will my child receive a report card?
In Kindergarten, there are three report cards. The first is in February. There is also a parent conference time in December so that you can meet with the teacher and discuss your child's progress up to that point.Back to Top
I would like to help my child. What can I do at home?
Sit with your child while he/she completes the homework assignments. Let your child do that assignment independently. Offer encouragement, but do not do it for them. They need to try in order to learn. Read to your child, preferably on a daily basis. Talk about the story and the illustrations. Ask a question or two after each story is finished. Ask your child to recall the story. Play word games, guessing games, I Spy games, rhyming games, counting games. Allow your child to help in the kitchen, set the table, count the napkins and forks to be placed at the table. When you cook or bake, let your child help to measure the ingredients. When you take a walk, count the trees, the houses, the blue cars, the red cars. Play "What's bigger?" (an elephant or a mouse? a tent or a house? a cat or a horse?) "What's heavier? (a feather or a bird? a mitten or a coat? a napkin or a dish?) Play board games with your child. Turn off the TV.Back to Top
There are many ways you can help at the Primary School. Join the PTA and help with the many productive activities which aid the school financially. In the classroom, there are holiday parties where we need volunteers to send in food items, crafts, and games, as well as helpers the day of each party. We need volunteers for the Greenhouse activities. The Primary School cafeteria needs volunteers to help at lunch time one, two, or three days a week. Before the Art Show in the spring, the art teacher needs volunteers to help hang art around the school building. Volunteers are always welcome!! Just let us know you are willing!!Back to Top