Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.

1. Do planners need to be signed every night?
2. What is the best way to help my child study their math facts?
3. Should my child practice cursive? What if they ask me to teach them?
4. How can I get in touch with Mrs. Fitzsimmons?

Do planners need to be signed every night?

Yes! Even if there is no homework, planners must be signed every night 
including Fridays.

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What is the best way to help my child study their math facts?

I believe that flashcards are the best method to use for studying math 
facts. The students should automatically know the answers, not need a few 
seconds to count.

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Should my child practice cursive? What if they ask me to teach them?

The children do not write in cursive until the middle of the year. We begin 
in September and learn each letter one at a time. The students learn to 
follow the formation of Zaner-Bloser handwriting. If the students learn 
another way first, it will be difficult for them to reteach themselves. 
Students should practice writing in print and forming the letters correctly. 
They should pay attention to proper spacing between words and closer spacing 
between letters.

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How can I get in touch with Mrs. Fitzsimmons?

The best way to reach me is to write a note in your child's planner. I check 
them everyday and can respond immediately to a question or concern you may 
have. You can also call the school at 227-1770 and leave me a message. I do 
check my e-mail however not everyday.

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