What if ... Why... How... May I... Would you.... and other leading questions will be answered asap.
What happens when my child is ill?
Assignments and necessary materials will be available at the office as soon as possible. For each day's absence, there is one day's period for make up. Please contact the school at 324-4567 as soon as possible to have the work ready to be picked up at the front office.Back to Top
THERE SHOULD BE NO LATE PAPERS under normal circumstances. However, BEGINNING AUGUST 21, LATE PAPERS WILL BE ACCEPTED when the child has been absent, one day extension per day's absence. It takes time to play catch-up. It is the child's responsibility to inquire about missed assignments and submit any and all work on time.Back to Top
Will there be points taken because of the paper being late?
Definitely. Usually, a maximum grade of 75% will be offered. After instruction has been given and work time presented, if the work is not completed during class, it is to go home, be completed, and presented when it is due. No day's assignments should extend more than one HOUR.Back to Top
May I contact you if there is a difficulty?
Most definitely! Feel free to call me at home (842-1761)if there is an immediate problem that needs discussion. Of course, you may call the school (324-4567) during the day, and I will get back to you asap. Another point of contact is the computer e-mail at home: fcoble@cox.net or at school: coblef@mustangps.org.Back to Top
May my child receive a better grade if lower graded papers are reworked?
That is optional. If a child wishes to improve a lower grade, he/she may correct the mistakes and present it to me the FOLLOWING school day. An average of the first and second grades will be recorded. However, if there is no effort to attempt improvement within a day or two, the original grade will stand, even if it is a zero.Back to Top
AR points are expected each quarter. Why?
This is an attempt to assure that each child is READING with comprehension at his/her own level. All who attend a Mustang elementary or middle school are aware of the tasks needed. I read to my class daily after lunch, and most books are AR listed. The student must take his/her own test following my finishing of the book. The choice is up to each individual to take advantage of a good book and extra points.Back to Top
Yes. I try to include items in various subjects that are current, reviews, and will be coming in the weeks ahead. At this time, grades are NOT recorded for the few items. However, if there is no attempt to practice during the period offered, then, grades CAN be taken. Something new for this year is the MATH MINUTE worksheet. It is required. We will check each section daily and make required corrections.Back to Top
What if my child "forgot" the assigned work?
One option is to REDO the work during the day it is due for complete credit. Another option is to take a lower grade by submitting it on the following school day as soon as possible after they enter the classroom.Back to Top
When do you collect the papers?
Papers are collected during each subject's time during the day. I do not take English papers during math, for example. (One would probably not practice the trombone during reading class.......)Back to Top
What about bringing a "special" pet to class?
Because of so many children with allergies and/or phobias, a phone call or e- mail to me PRIOR to bringing the pet would be appreciated. Also, I prefer that the pet/parent stay with the pet and take it home after "show & tell."Back to Top