Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions
of students and parents.
- Can my child bring a snack for recess?
- Can I bring treats for my child's birthday?
- What if my child forgets their homework?
- How do I know if a book is at an appropriate level for my child?
- What if my child forgets his/her lunch?
- What do I do if my child is late for school
- What if I need to pick my child up early from school?
- Can a sibling go on a field trip?
- Questions about Citizen of the Week
- Can my child receive enrichment homework?
- How often is my child assessed?
Can my child bring a snack for recess?
Yes, we encourage your child to bring a small, healthy snack. Children
are allowed to eat their snack at the green picnic tables.
Can I bring treats for my child's birthday?
No. Because of the growing number of food allergies, Second Grade
has gone birthday "treat-free". Instead of bringing a snack, your
child may bring in a special sharing: a favorite book, toy,
trophy, etc.
What if my child forgets their homework?
Everyone forgets once in a while, so the first time they forget I will remind
them to bring it in the following Monday.After the first time, they will be
asked to do their homework at school the
next day during their recess time.If they did not complete their homework
because of a special event at home (birthday, Grandma's in town, etc.), please
send me a note and let me know when they will be bringing it in.
***We are trying to instill the importance of your child being responsible and
to encourage them to return his/her homework on time.
How do I know if a book is at an appropriate level for my child?
A quick test would be to have your child read aloud one page. If
your child makes three or more mistakes, the book is at their
frustration level, and an easier book should be chosen. However,
this would be an excellent book for you to read to your child,as parents are
great reading role models.
What if my child forgets his/her lunch?
We suggest that you always keep at least five dollars on your
child's card in case of emergency. If they do not have money on
their card, they are given a cheese sandwich, choice of
veggies/fruit from the cart,and a milk.
What do I do if my child is late for school
If your child arrives late to school you must check in at the
front office and fill out a pink tardy pass.
What if I need to pick my child up early from school?
Please go to the front office, sign your child out and someone in
the office will call your child's classroom.
Can a sibling go on a field trip?
No. As a parent chaperon you are responsible for the safety of
those students assigned to you. Siblings can be a distraction
that interfere with the learning environment of the field trip.
Also, please no movies for the kids while driving.
Questions about Citizen of the Week
Please see the Citizen of the Week tab for full explanation and schedule.
Can my child receive enrichment homework?
Please use the links provided on my website for enrichment
activities that would suit your child's individual needs. There
are also several great teacher stores in the area that provide
great enrichment materials.
How often is my child assessed?
Students will be assessed throughout the school year to gauge growth and
progress. There will be weekly math and spelling tests on Fridays. Reading
Comprehension, Writing, Science, and Social Studies are tested on an on-going
basis. In addition, there are formalized district and state-wide mandated
assessments given throughout the year.
