FAQ

These are some questions that parents have frequently asked over the years:
  1. Will my child have homework nightly?
  2. How much notice is given before a test ?
  3. Are study guides given before tests?
  4. What is your class discipline policy?
  5. How are my child's grades averaged?
  6. What is the best way to contact you at school?



Will my child have homework nightly?

Your child will not likely have homework for my class nightly.  Many of the 
skills that we cover are practiced in depth in class. We also do a great
deal of reading and discussing during the class period. The only homework
that you will generally see your child doing is a minimal amount of spelling
homework and grammar practice. You may expect your child to have homework
in my class 1-2 nights a week. There will rarely, if EVER, be homework on
Fridays.
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How much notice is given before a test ?

I usually announce a test a week before it is given.  This gives students 
one full week to prepare for the test.
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Are study guides given before tests?

Generally, study guides are not given. The students should study any notes 
that they are given on that subject matter. This serves as their "study
guide".
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What is your class discipline policy?

I am following the sixth grade discipline policy.  You should refer to it 
and if you have any questions please contact me via email or phone.
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How are my child's grades averaged?

Classwork and homework assignments will count for 10%.
Quizzes will count for 20%.
Tests will count for 30%.
Projects will count for 20%.
Exams will count for 20%.
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What is the best way to contact you at school?

My email address is connie.dean@stpsb.org.  I usually check my email account 
a minimum of 3 times a day.
I am off each day from 9:30-10:00. If you leave a message for me after
10:00, I will likely return your call the next day during this time period.
If you have an emergency and need to reach me, please email me. This is
usually the quickest and most efficient form of contact.
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