FAQ

When a student is absent how much time does he/she have to complete the work?
Can a student get extra credit?
Can I meet with the teacher?
How many AR points does my child need to attend the AR field in May?
Backpacks?
Will there be lockers in the school?
What time does school start and end?
May I bring treats for my child's birthday?
Do I need to send a note when my child is absent?

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 When a student is absent how much time does he/she have to complete the work?
A packet of the missed work will be ready by the end of the missed school 
day. Parents or someone else can pick up the packet that day. Students 
are usually given the same number of days missed to complete the school 
work. Obviously, special situations will be considered.
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 Can a student get extra credit?
Extra credit is not usually given. However, many times students are given an 
opportunity to make corrections on an assignment. If the corrections are 
correct, then extra points may be added to that grade.
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 Can I meet with the teacher?
Absolutely. I am available during my conference period, or parents may call 
to set up a conference at more convenient time for them. If you leave a 
phone number, I will call you back. Parent/Teacher communication is a vital 
part of student success and achievement. Call the school at (361)594-3251 or 
E-mail me at kalichj@shinerisd.net.
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 How many AR points does my child need to attend the AR field in May?
Earning 50 points will allow your child to attend the May AR trip. Last year 
we went to Splashway
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 Backpacks?
Students may bring backpacks. NO ROLLING BACKPACKS!
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 Will there be lockers in the school?
No. Fifth-grade teachers provide cubbies for textbooks in their classrooms.
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 What time does school start and end?
School begins at 7:50AM and ends at 3:25PM
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 May I bring treats for my child's birthday?
Birthdays are special occasions.  If your child wishes, he/she may bring 
treats for the class.  These will be served during last period. If 
convenient, please send a note a day or two in advance, so we can give you 
an exact number of students. Please do not send party invitations to school 
unless the entire class has been invited.  Although it may seem convenient 
to distribute invitations this way, it can result in hurt feelings for those 
not invited.
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 Do I need to send a note when my child is absent?
On the day your child returns to school, please, send a brief note 
explaining the reason for the absence.  If your child has been taken to the 
doctor, a doctor's note is sufficient.

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