Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions 
of Pre K parents.

1. How will I know what's going on at school?
2. What is the FISH binder?
3. What about birthdays?
4. What about party invitations? Will you send them home for me?
5. What if I need someone different to pick my child up from school?
6. What if my child is sick?
7. What will my child learn?
8. Can I visit my child at school?
9. How can I get in touch with you?

How will I know what's going on at school?

We will communicate daily through your child's binder.  You will 
receive class and school newsletters and important reminders 
often.  Please check your child's binder daily.

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What is the FISH binder?

The FISH Binder (Family Involvement Starts Here), is an 
organizational system incorporated into a binder.  It consists of 
a pocket for Newsletters and Memos; a zippered pouch for Money 
and Important Notes such as absence excuses; a Notes section, 
where we can communicate back and forth; a Keep at Home section, 
for super work; a Class List; and the ABC's of Pre K Parent 
Handbook. This system instills responsibility and keeps 
everything in one handy location.  Please have your child bring 
it to school everyday, and check it each night for newsletters 
and important reminders.

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What about birthdays?

Birthdays are a very big deal to little ones.  We celebrate all 
birthdays. You may bring in a cake/cupcakes, juice pouches, etc. 
to be enjoyed during lunch or our scheduled snack time.

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What about party invitations? Will you send them home for me?

We will ONLY send invitations home if every child is invited, or 
if all the boys or all the girls are invited.  We don't want any 
hurt feelings!

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What if I need someone different to pick my child up from school?

This must be sent to me IN WRITING.  If it is a last minute 
emergency, you may call or fax the note to school.  Remember, 
your child will be released ONLY to those individuals you listed 
on the registration form, unless you send in written notification 
of the change.  Any new person picking up should be prepared to 
show identification.

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What if my child is sick?

Please do not send your child to school if he/she is not feeling 
well.  Keep them at home, and send in a written excuse when your 
child returns.  You have 3 days to send this in.  Even if you 
call the school or email me as to why your child is absent, you 
must still send in a written excuse, as we have to turn it in to 
the office for documentation.

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What will my child learn?

Pre K children learn SO much!  Check out the 'Links' page for the 
link to 'Georgia Pre K.'  Go to 'Content Standards' on the 
website to find our curriculum. These are the standards we will 
focus on this school year, through the use of hands on thematic 
units of study.

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Can I visit my child at school?

Absolutely!  We love visitors.  You may want to eat lunch with 
your child, or come read to the class.  You may also want to 
share a special craft activity, or family tradition.  You are 
welcome anytime, just please let us know a day or so in advance, 
so we can be prepared for you.  We do ask that when you 
come in, you spend time interacting with your child and his/her 
classmates.  Remember - the most important thing you can spend on 
your child - is time.

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How can I get in touch with you?

You can write me a note in the "Notes" section of your child's 
FISH Binder, you can call the school at 706.569.3746 to leave me 
a message;  or you can email me at gdannelly@mcsdga.net, or 
by clicking on the mailbox in the upper right hand corner of the 
home page.

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