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. When should I expect to see my child's completed and graded work?
3. How will I know my child's grades?
4. What types of homework should I expect?
5. What time should my child arrive at school?
6. May I send treats for my child's birthday?
7. Is it okay for my child to take a snack to school?
8. How can I schedule a conference with a teacher?
9. Do all Capshaw students use computers?

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 behind.  Please 
realize that sometimes it is not possible to do some of the things at home 
that are done in class.  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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When should I expect to see my child's completed and graded work?

In 3rd 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.

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How will I know my child's grades?

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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What types of homework should I expect?

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 - Sent home each Monday - due on Friday
        Story comprehension, vocabulary, and skills test on Thursday
 Spelling Words - list sent home at the beginning of the 9 weeks
   Final test on Friday
 Multiplication quizzes - every Tuesday

*Studying for upcoming tests - study guides will be given for Social Studies 
and Science tests. 

*Other asignments will vary according to the current topic

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What time should my child arrive at school?

Between 7:45-7:55.   Students need a few minutes to put their backpacks away,
hang up coats, and get 
ready for the day.  We officially began the day at 8:00 so please get your
child to school before 8:00.

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May I send treats for my child's birthday?

If your child would like to bring in treats (such as cupcakes, cookies,  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 take a snack to school?

Yes!   Please send a nutritional snack.  Students should not bring candy or
chips. Chewing gum is not allowed. Please no peanut snacks this year.  We have
a student with a severe peanut allergy.   It's fine to send a water bottle
with your child.  The water bottle should be taken 
home weekly to be washed.

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How can I schedule a conference with a teacher?

Request a conference by calling the school office, 526-2414, and leaving a
message for the teacher, 
emailing the teacher through the teacher's website, or send a note with your
child.  September 8 and 
February 9 are system-wide parent-teacher conference days; however, you may
request a 
conference anytime during the school year.

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Do all Capshaw students use computers?

Yes.  Every class is scheduled for a 45- minute computer lab time once a week.  
In addition, grades 1-4 have iBook lab carts that are shared among the classrooms.

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