Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions asked by parents of First Graders.

1. Is First grade hard?
2. How often will I be kept informed and by what means?
3. How will my child's grades be reported to me?
4. How important is writing correctly on the lines?
5. How often will I see my child's graded classwork?
6. How often will my child have homework?

Is First grade hard?

Yes.  First Grade introduces many skills to boys and girls that they did not 
encounter in Kindergarten.  Not only are there many skills to introduce, but 
students also expected to learn test-taking and study strategies.  Although 
first grade is difficult, with hard work and dedication, your child can be 
successful.

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How often will I be kept informed and by what means?

A Weekly Newsletter will be sent home every Friday.  A class web page will  
be accessible at all times for those parents who have internet access.

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How will my child's grades be reported to me?

At the beginning of the year, I will send home copies of the tests given so 
you can see how they are administered and how to better help your child 
study.  As the year progresses, I will stop sending home copies of tests 
(unless it is a test I have never given) and send home Test Reports 
instead.  Please see Important Notes Home / Test Report Information from the 
home page of this website.

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How important is writing correctly on the lines?

Very important.  In First Grade, students are furthering their learning of 
forming letters correctly.  In addition, they are studying how to make their 
handwriting legible for other's to read.  The best way to do this is by 
having them write on the lines correctly.  This also helps with being able 
to grade your child's work.

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How often will I see my child's graded classwork?

At the beginning of the year, I will send Take-Home Folders containing your 
child's completed/graded classwork each Friday. Beginning the second 
semester when students are able to complete more work independently, I will 
begin sending Take-Home folders every other Friday.

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How often will my child have homework?

Students will be assigned written homework Monday thru Thursday nights.  
However, daily practice of reading, spelling, and sight words will be 
extremely beneficial to your child's overall success.  In addition, reading 
to your child or having your child read to you is extremely important as 
well.

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