Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.
What tests do the students have each week?
Each week there is a spelling test, vocabulary test, and reading test. We will have a spelling test on Thursday of each week. If your child makes a 100 on Thursday, they do not have to take the test again on Friday. If they don't make a 100 on Thursday, they will retake the test on Friday and the highest of the two test scores will be recorded. The reading and vocabulary tests will be given on Friday of each week. During four day weeks, when we are out on Friday, we will take our first spelling test on Wednesday and the second one, if needed, will be given on Thursday. Other tests will be on Thursday, as well.Back to Top
Your child fills out an Agenda each day that lists homework for that day.Back to Top
Why does the homework change everyday?
Depending on time, we try to get all of our work accomplished during the day. However, there are days that we just can't fit it in. So, it needs to be completed for homework.Back to Top
How can I help my child study for the tests?
Practice, practice, practice! Go over the spelling words every night. For Vocabulary words, practice reading them every night. The reading test is a little more tricky. Go over the reading story every night (read it to them on Monday and Tuesday, take turns reading pages on Wednesday and have your child read the entire story by Thursday night). I know that this sounds like a lot, but the repetitiveness of this will help their fluency.Back to Top
How can I get in touch with you?
The best way is to write a note on your child's agenda. I check this every day for notes. The next best way is e-mail griggsc@k12tn.net. And lastly, call the school. I will not be able to speak to you during school hours, but I will call you later.Back to Top