Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.
Yes they do! The students will have math practice/homework Monday-Thursday evenings. This will normally be a review and/or practice of the weekly math skills that we are working on in the classroom. The assigned homework is meant to keep skills fresh and should take no more than 20-30 minutes. We will review the homework every morning just in case a student is stuck on a particular area of the practice. I will not send homework on Friday. There is plenty of class time to get all assigned work done. I do not believe in loading students down with work to do at home. Therefore, if they are focused, productive, and working responsibly during their alloted class time, there will be no other work sent home. However, if the student has missed school or has not used their time in class wisely, they may come home with additional work to make up or finish. If there is a concern, I will contact you personally.Back to Top
Can I come into the classroom?
You bet! I welcome parents any time to come and see what is going on. Beware..........you just may be put to work.Back to Top
Why do you make the kids tuck their shirts in and hassle them about what they wear?
This is a cut-and-dry issue and a decision that teachers do not make. No teacher at Cameo or in the district wants to or chooses to "hassle" child over clothing. The Clovis Municipal Schools district policy states that all shirts that are below the crotch line be tucked in. Because we are all different shapes and sizes, if you have your student hold one leg up, the crease in the upper leg is the crotch line. In addition, pants must fit at the waist. I will have a couple of belts in the classroom and the office keeps zip ties for students whose pants are sagging. I WILL NOT tolerate sagging and/or clothing that is disrespectful, distasteful, or offensive to anyone. In addition, this includes clothing that is appropriate for the weather and time of year. I ask that you support me and the school by making sure your student is dressed properly for school everyday.Back to Top
What is so important about making appointments after school?
We have carefully schedule every possible moment of the day for crucial instruction that will help every student develop and master all skills needed for success. Anytime a student is absent for/or leaves for an appointment during this important learning time, he or she misses vital instruction. It is difficult for students, parents, and the teacher to find the time to re-teach or catch the student up on what they have missed. We have also scheduled time for intervention in particular areas of reading and math for students who are behind or not working at grade level. This time is written into our daily schedule and will be utilized. We are asking for your support in getting your child to school no later than 8:00 a.m. and in making all appointments after school if possible.Back to Top