Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.
Can I send in birthday invitations to school?
If you invite the entire class then YES! If you are a girl and invite ALL the girls in Room 31, then YES! If you are a boy and invite ALL the boys in Room 31, then YES! I will NOT allow your child to go to another classroom and invite someone with an invitation. Please understand that many feelings get hurt when children are not invited to a classmate's party when other children in the class are.Back to Top
If you invite the entire class then YES! If you are a girl and invite ALL the girls in Room 31, then YES! If you are a boy and invite ALL the boys in Room 31, then YES! I will NOT allow your child to go to another classroom and invite someone with an invitation. Please understand that many feelings get hurt when children are not invited to a classmate's party when other children in the class are.
How will I know if my child is on yellow or red?
A Making Better Choice slip will go home the day your child is on RED. If you would like to be notified if your child is on YELLOW as well please let me know.Back to Top
A Making Better Choice slip will go home the day your child is on RED. If you would like to be notified if your child is on YELLOW as well please let me know.
What are bonus words on spelling tests?
Bonus words are just extra words for your child to learn. Everyone must attempt them on the test BUT it is NOT counted wrong if you mispell it. 10 bonus points earns a NO HOMEWORK PASS.Back to Top
Bonus words are just extra words for your child to learn. Everyone must attempt them on the test BUT it is NOT counted wrong if you mispell it. 10 bonus points earns a NO HOMEWORK PASS.
What is the BEST way to contact you?
I check the note basket everyday. I will TRY my hardest to repsond that day. Sometimes it may take an extra day. I also check my e-mail every morning and afternoon and will reply back as soon as I can.Back to Top
I check the note basket everyday. I will TRY my hardest to repsond that day. Sometimes it may take an extra day. I also check my e-mail every morning and afternoon and will reply back as soon as I can.
What is DEAR Time?
DEAR stands for Drop Everything And Read. It's a time when the children read silently at their desks from their book boxes. What is a book box? A book box is a box of books your child picks out each week. Each child chooses three books on their reading level and hree free choice books which are categorized by topics. They read them silently, with a parent volunteer and with their reading buddies. Each week your child selects a new set of books to keep in their box for the entire week.Back to Top
DEAR stands for Drop Everything And Read. It's a time when the children read silently at their desks from their book boxes. What is a book box? A book box is a box of books your child picks out each week. Each child chooses three books on their reading level and hree free choice books which are categorized by topics. They read them silently, with a parent volunteer and with their reading buddies. Each week your child selects a new set of books to keep in their box for the entire week.
What do I do if my child is absent?
If your child is absent, please call it into the nurse's office (not the main office). It is important to know what germs/illnesses are traveling around the classroom. You may call the main office to request homework. If homework is requested in the morning it will be brought down to the office. Some classwork as well as homework will also need to be made up. I will allow the child 2 days upon their return for missed work. However, homework assigned on their return day MUST be completed!Back to Top
If your child is absent, please call it into the nurse's office (not the main office). It is important to know what germs/illnesses are traveling around the classroom. You may call the main office to request homework. If homework is requested in the morning it will be brought down to the office. Some classwork as well as homework will also need to be made up. I will allow the child 2 days upon their return for missed work. However, homework assigned on their return day MUST be completed!
What if my child has a change in their dismissal?
Please send in a note that morning explaining the change of dismissal. Please note if they are a FOOT walker or CAR walker. Please note children may NOT ride a different bus home. If your child is going to have an on-going change then one note with that information is fine. Example: Every Monday child's name has dance and they will be a CAR walker, etc...Back to Top
Please send in a note that morning explaining the change of dismissal. Please note if they are a FOOT walker or CAR walker. Please note children may NOT ride a different bus home. If your child is going to have an on-going change then one note with that information is fine. Example: Every Monday child's name has dance and they will be a CAR walker, etc...
Do you celebrate holidays/birthdays?
Holidays will be seasonally introduced. Discussions will provide children with a knowledge of other cultures and traditions. Our room mothers will contact you when assistance is needed. Please let me know if there are any problems with the discussions of holidays(example religious conflicts).Yes! We have a short celebration during snack. You may wish to send in cupcakes or another snack. Treats should be easy to pass out. Please send in a note a few days prior so that we are not celebrating more than one birthday on a given day. Children with summer birthdays can celebrate their HALF birthday! Treats should be left in the office before 10:30 or sent in with your child on that day.Back to Top
Holidays will be seasonally introduced. Discussions will provide children with a knowledge of other cultures and traditions. Our room mothers will contact you when assistance is needed. Please let me know if there are any problems with the discussions of holidays(example religious conflicts).Yes! We have a short celebration during snack. You may wish to send in cupcakes or another snack. Treats should be easy to pass out. Please send in a note a few days prior so that we are not celebrating more than one birthday on a given day. Children with summer birthdays can celebrate their HALF birthday! Treats should be left in the office before 10:30 or sent in with your child on that day.
When I volunteer can I bring my small child?
Answer #9 (blank)Back to Top
Answer #9 (blank)
Do you like coffee???
YES I LOVE coffee...1/2 decaf light with one sugar please! Back to Top
YES I LOVE coffee...1/2 decaf light with one sugar please!