Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions
of students and parents.
- Does my child need a special/separate binder/notebook for Spanish class?
- Will my child have homework?
- When will my child have homework?
- What can I do if my child has difficulty with their Spanish homework?
- Will my child have tests in Spanish class?
- Is there a Spanish grade on the report card?
Does my child need a special/separate binder/notebook for Spanish class?
Each student in grades 5 and 6 will set aside a section of their
school binder for Spanish. In this section, they will keep all
notes from class, all class work, and all homework assignments,
which will be graded and returned to them.
Will my child have homework?
Beginning in 5th grade, students at Botelle Elementary School are
be assigned homework in Spanish class. Homework assignments are
listed on the board in the classroom with their other
assignments, as well as on Sra. Wu's homework web page.
When will my child have homework?
Homework is assigned as is deemed appropriate. Spanish classes
meet on Wednesday and Friday. If homework is assigned on either
of these days, it is due on the next Spanish class day. Homework
assignments are listed on the board in the classroom with their
other assignments, as well as on Sra. Wu's homework web page.
What can I do if my child has difficulty with their Spanish homework?
Everything that your child needs for the completion of Spanish
homework should be found in the Spanish section of his/her
binder. Homework assignments review class lessons, and NEVER
concern new material. Vocabulary words and grammatical
constructions needed for homework assignments will have been
discussed and practiced in class; therefore, there should be
lists or notes in your child's binder. Additional dictionaries
are not necessary. If your child tells you that they don't know
how to do their work, you might remind them: "What do you have
in the Spanish section of your binder that might help you?"
Will my child have tests in Spanish class?
Students in grades 5 and 6 will occasionally have a written
test in Spanish class. These will be announced at least one week
prior to the exam date, and students will have a study guide.
Is there a Spanish grade on the report card?
Yes, Spanish will appear on your child's report card, if he/she
is in grade 5 or 6. He/she will be graded on their participation
in
class, homework completion, behavior and effort.