Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.
I did'nt write my homework down. What should I do?
Call a friend. Use a homework pass if you have one. Get it completed as soon as you get to school. Please know that your child is given ample time to copy down homework each day. I go around and most of the time initial the planner.Back to Top
Call a friend. Use a homework pass if you have one. Get it completed as soon as you get to school. Please know that your child is given ample time to copy down homework each day. I go around and most of the time initial the planner.
Do parents need to sign the homework planner nightly?
YES! This is an important form of communication between home and school. No need to sign on Fridays though since there's no HW!Back to Top
YES! This is an important form of communication between home and school. No need to sign on Fridays though since there's no HW!
Should I help my child with homework?
Be there for them if they have questions. Let them know that you are aware of what the assignments are.Back to Top
Be there for them if they have questions. Let them know that you are aware of what the assignments are.
Can I really use Mrs. Birdwell's home phone number?
Yes, that is why it is my policy to give the number out! I do appreaciate that you not call after 9:00 PM.Back to Top
Yes, that is why it is my policy to give the number out! I do appreaciate that you not call after 9:00 PM.
My child says he/she has no homework. Could that be true?
You can expect homework Mon.-Thurs., and if there is no homework it should be noted in the planner.Back to Top
You can expect homework Mon.-Thurs., and if there is no homework it should be noted in the planner.
I have concerns. What should I do?
Please get in touch with me either through school or at home so that we can discuss the problem and/or set up a conference time.Back to Top
Please get in touch with me either through school or at home so that we can discuss the problem and/or set up a conference time.
I need to leave a message for my child's teacher. What do I do?
We have an awesome new phone system at school. Just call the school's main line 496-6777 and if the teacher is not available, please leave a message. We all have voice mail now!! My extension is 55046.Back to Top
We have an awesome new phone system at school. Just call the school's main line 496-6777 and if the teacher is not available, please leave a message. We all have voice mail now!! My extension is 55046.
I would like a conference with Mrs. Birdwell. Do I have to wait until Nov.?
Absolutely not! I am available all year long to conference with parents whenever they feel it necessary. Just give me a call, or send me an e-mail and we'll set an appt. time!Back to Top
Absolutely not! I am available all year long to conference with parents whenever they feel it necessary. Just give me a call, or send me an e-mail and we'll set an appt. time!