Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions 
of students and parents.

1. What time should my child be at school?
2. At what time is my child considered tardy?
3. What happens if my child is absent from school?
4. Why can't my child get to school at 8:30 ?
5. How do I contact you?
6. How do I schedule a parent teacher conference?
7. How do I see how my child is doing in class?

What time should my child be at school?

A child should be seated by the wall of our classroom, room 106, 
at 8:10.

Back to Top

At what time is my child considered tardy?

A child is considered late if he/she is not seated in and ready 
to work at 8:20. Allowances are made if the bus arrives to school 
late.

Back to Top

What happens if my child is absent from school?

A child who is absent from school must submit a letter from the parent explaining the absence.
After the 5th note a doctor's note must be submitted for the verification of any illness. 
The child will receive an EXCUSED absence, with notes. Any absence without 
explanation is considered UNEXCUSED. Family holidays are NOT excused!

Back to Top

Why can't my child get to school at 8:30 ?

A child who gets to school at 8:30 has missed critical preparation for the 
day and will not have time to complete the "Do Now " assignment which is on 
occasion used for a grade.

Back to Top

How do I contact you?

I can be reached prior to 8:30 am and after 2:30 pm at 305-354-
2600. My email address is wachan@dadeschools.net

Back to Top

How do I schedule a parent teacher conference?

Parent teacher conferences may be scheduled prior to school from 7:30 am any morning.
I prefer morning conferences but accomodation can be made for afternoon ones.
Please do NOT ask to be transferred to the room to speak with me unless it is a matter 
of GREAT urgency. Messages left with the office are conveyed.The preferred method of 
contact is by email.

Back to Top

How do I see how my child is doing in class?

Student progress amy be monitored by logging onto the Parent Portal site 
located on the dadeschool.net home page. You will need your child's id 
number and a pin number, obtained from the school office.

Back to Top