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

1. What should I do if my child is absent?
2. Can I send treats for my child's birthday?
3. Is it okay for my child to bring a snack?
4. What types of homework should I expect for my child?
5. When should I expect to see my child's work?
6. How will I know my child's grades?
7. How can I contact my child's teacher?

What should I do if my child is absent?

Please call the office and ask for your child's work.  I will have it in the
office at 3:00.  This will help keep your child from falling behind.  Please
realize that sometimes it is not possible to do some of the things at home
that are done in class.  Please make every effort to have your child at school
each day unless he/she is truly sick. Research shows that children who attend
school regularly perform better than those with many absences.

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Can I send treats for my child's birthday?

If your child would like to bring in treats, we would love it! Please send
those treats first thing in the morning.  We will make a time during the day
to celebrate.  School board policy requests that we serve healthy,
nutritional treats.  Please take this into consideration when planning your
treat.  DUE TO ALLERGY CONCERNS, WE ABSOLUTELY CAN NOT ALLOW PEANUT OR OTHER
NUT PRODUCTS IN OUR CLASSROOM!

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Is it okay for my child to bring a snack?

Of course!:) We will have snack time each morning.
Snacks are not mandatory, but I encourage you to send a nutritional snack
since our lunch is not until 12:00.  Students should not bring candy,
chocolate, or other sweet snacks--ALSO NO PEANUT PRODUCTS. 
It's fine to send a bottle of water with your student. Water ONLY please.

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What types of homework should I expect for my child?

Homework will average 15-20 minutes each night. No weekend homework except in
extreme cases. 
Some assignments will be standard:
Math- every night--due the next morning
Fast fact quizzes in math on Wednesdays.
Reading Assignment--Expect a reading assignment each night--please return
book/materials the next morning
Spelling: New word list given on Fridays; Spelling test given on Thursdays. 
Study for Science and Social Studies tests as necessary.

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When should I expect to see my child's work?

In 2nd grade, we send home a Monday folder each week.  Parents are asked to
review the graded papers with your child, sign the folder and any papers that
are marked N or U, and return the folder and signed papers on Tuesday. 
Please keep all other papers at home for your enjoyment.

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How will I know my child's grades?

I will try to keep you well-informed about your child's progress.
Please review the Monday folder each week.  Progress reports will be sent  
home in the middle of each nine weeks for you to review and sign.  Report
cards will go home at the end of each nine week period.

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How can I contact my child's teacher?

Please feel free to contact me at any time by sending me an email, sending a
note with your child, or calling the office (526-2414) to schedule an
appointment. I will get back to you as soon as I can.  You can reach my email
from the homepage on this site.

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