FAQ

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



What do 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 keep your child from falling behild.  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.  Children who attend school 
regularly perform better.
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Can I send treats for my child's birthday?

If your child would like to bring in treats (such as cupcakes or popsicles) 
that will be great!  Please send those treats first thing in the morning.  
We will make time during the day to celebrate!
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Is it okay for my child to bring a snack?

Of course!  Please send a nutritional snack.  Students should not bring 
candy.  It's fine to send a water bottle with your child.  We eat snack in 
the morning.
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What types of homework should I expect for my child?

Homework will average 30 minutes each night.  We usually do NOT have 
homework on the weekend!!

*These are standard homework assignments*
 Math - every night(except Friday).  Due the next morning.
 Reading Assignment - Your child should read the story to you before the test
on Thursday.
Spelling Words - list given to students at the beginning of each new theme in
the reading book; test on Friday
Multiplication quizzes - every Tuesday

*Studying for upcoming tests - study guides will be given for Social Studies 
and Science tests at the beginning of every chapter.

*Other asignments will vary according to the current topic.
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When should I expect to see my child's work?

In 4th 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 70 or below, 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.  I will send a progress report 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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