Things to Know
* Parent-Teacher Relationships: I believe that a good parent-teacher
relationship is important in your child's success in school. Throughout the
year, I will communicate with you through our class website, notes, weekly
newsletters, progress reports, and when necessary, through telephone calls
and parent-teacher conferences. I encourage you to email me or send me a
note when you have questions or concerns. Conferences regarding your child's
progress should be scheduled through me or our counselor, Mrs. Blue.
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*Communication: Each and every day, your child will bring home a "Daily
Folder." Inside this folder you will find your child's work from the day, a
daily conduct/snack calendar and any important kindegarten related notices.
Please review the items in this folder every day. Initial your child's
conduct grade each day. Return this folder to school every day. Put any
notes for me, lunch money, pizza orders, etc. in this folder. You may want to
purchase a pencil pouch to be kept in the folder for easier transporting. I
have found that this system helps things from getting lost
in transit! Schoolwide information will be sent home on Tuesdays.
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*Money: On occasion, it will become necessary for your child to bring money
to school (for lunch, field trips, pizza orders, Book Fair, etc.) When
sending money to school, please place it in a sealed envelope or ziplock
clearly marked with the following information and place inside the pencil
pouch in the folder.
Your child's first and last name
The amount of money enclosed
The purpose of the money (lunch, book fair, party money, etc.)
My name and room number (107)
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Changes in transportation: If you plan to pick up a child who normally
rides the bus, or if your child is going home with someone they do not
usually go home with, you MUST send a written note OR call the school early
in the day (by lunch). If I do not receive a written note or message from
the office, then I must send your child home by his/her usual mode of
transportation. PHONE CALLS AFTER 2:30 ARE STRONGLY DISCOURAGED. This is a
very hectic time of day for the office.
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MORNING RESPONSIBILITIES
Your child has many morning responsibilities that they will learn to
complete independently, such as unpack book bag, turn in daily folder, handle
bathroom activities, and begin morning table activities.
***For the first few days of school, I certainly understand
that you may want to walk you child to the classroom door. However, after
the first week, please drop your child off in the carpool line and allow them
to walk into the auditorium and sit with their new friends. A designated
school employee will walk the kindergarteners and first graders to our
rooms. I promise to give each and every student lots
of TLC!!!!
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SCHOOL ATTENDANCE
Your child's regular and punctual attendance at school is crucial to his/her
success. They need to be in school all day and every day. I can't
emphasize this point enough! Most kindergarten learning activities are hands
on, small group oriented and involve explicit instruction. Therefore, it is
next to impossible to make up all work at home.
In case of illness or emergency please send a doctor's excuse or written
and dated excuse for the absence within two school days after returning to
school. We must have a doctor's excuse in order for the absence to be
excused. (Plese be aware that an excused absence is still an absence.)
(review bulldog folder). Checking in or out also factors into your child's
attendance record. If your child arrives late or needs to
leave school early, you must sign in/out at the school office BEFORE coming
to the classroom. School hours are 7:55-2:55pm.
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BACKPACKS
Your child will need a backpack (NO WHEELS PLEASE, they will not fit in the
cubbies). It should be brought DAILY (with folder inside), and checked by
you EVERY night. This is to ensure that you receive all important
information and makes it easier for you to help your child to complete any
homework that may be placed in their folder. If your child brings lunch
from home, he/she will also need a lunch box/bag. Please label these
and all items with your child's name. Please keep in mind, I DO NOT check
backpacks. If you send something and are worried your child may not tell me,
tape a note in the folder and I will know to look for it.
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VOLUNTEERS/VISITORS
We always enjoy having our parents/grandparents come to the school to help
us learn! We have had wonderful parent support in years past and I know
that I can count on you this year! Your help is greatly appreciated!!!
There will be sign up sheets at the Parent Orientation if you are interested
in being volunteer this year. I will be looking for Tuesday folder parents,
library helpers, website maintenance, as well as party volunteers. When
visiting and/or volunteering please go by the office BEFORE coming to the
classroom to sign-in and pick up a visitor's badge.
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Field trips
Throughout the year we will schedule field trips to enhance our curriculum.
Permission slips and cost information will be sent home prior to each trip
and must be completed and returned to allow participation. You will have
the opportunity to chaperone a field trip when space allows. (THIS IS USUALLY
NOT A PROBLEM.) Chaperones are expected to conduct themselves in an
appropriate manner, assisting as needed. Since you will need to devote your
attention to our students, siblings are not permitted to accompany you. You
may be required to provide your own transportation to and from the site
depending on availability of space on the buses. Each bus cost $60.00 and I
will usually ask for donations to help cover the cost.
Additionally, since not all parents can go on every trip, we ask that you
refrain from purchasing souvenirs, food, etc...for your child or any other
child in your group. Everything needed will be provided and this will
prevent any hurt feelings. Thank you for your cooperation and allowing us
to keep an open door policy.
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HOMEWORK
Kindergarten children are eager and ready to learn! Kindergarten homework
lays the foundation for good work habits in later years. It is important
that your child complete any homework assignments and return them the next
morning. You should read with your child for at least 15 minutes each
night. Any homework should be sent back inside of the daily folder.
Please help your child with their homework but do not do it for them. Be
very patient and celebrate your child's success.
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SCHOOL UNIFORM POLICY
TOPS:
*white oxford button-down shirts (short or long sleeves)
*white or navy polo-style knit shirts NO LOGOS except Fairfield (short or
long sleeves)
*Navy or white turtleneck--plain or ribbed (no logos)
*girls may wear white middy blouses with plaid ties
*any exposed "undershirts" must be solid navy or white
BOTTOMS:
*KHAKI pants, capris, jumpers, shorts and skorts, belt loops are not to be
removed from clothing. Belts must be worn if the clothing has belt loops
and fit into the entire belt loop and remained buckled. No part of the belt
may be left hanging. The color needs to coordinat with the uniform: navy,
brown, black or khaki.
*Pants must be uniform style slacks, worn at the waist (no low riders), no
cargo pants, Dickies work clothes, overalls, jean-style pants, bell-bottoms,
etc.
*The length must follow the Caddo Parish policy.
*Only medium and dark shades of khaki will be acceptable:light sand or off-
white will not be permitted.
*Approved blue plaid (#134-57) pleated skirts for girls. This plaid can be
found at Sports World and Shreveport Gymnastics.
Coats and other outer wear:
*Coats may be any color, they are removed and placed in backpacks when
students enter the classroom and wil be worn at recess. Please be sure it
will fit in the backpack.
*Sweaters and sweatshirts to be worn in the building must be solid navy and
may not have any logo's except Fairfield's. A uniform shirt must be worn
under sweatshirts and sweaters.
Shoes and Socks:
*Ideally students wear tennis shoes that are laced or fastened at all times.
These are the safest and most appropriate shoes for PE and running at recess.
*Leather shoes need to have backs and rubber soles.
*All shoes must have backs, no slides,mules or crocs.
*Socks and tights should coordinate with the uniform: solid-navy, white, tan.
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ITEMS FROM HOME
During the year, we may ask that your child bring items from home.
Otherwise, we ask that you DO NOT allow your child to bring toys to school.
Your child's name should be written on anything, and everything brought from
home!
MORE IMPORTANT INFORMATION
* You may wish to send an extra change of clothes just in case of an
accident. (This could range from restroom problems to lunchroom or
playground trouble.) Please put the clothes inside of a ziploc bag with your
child's name on them to be kept in their backpack.
* Over-the-counter medicine (without a prescription) cannot be
administered by the teacher or the student. Please review the "Medication
Administration Policy" in your Bulldog folder. Proper forms must be on
record to administer any medicine.
* Please dress your child appropriately for school activities and
weather. Kindergarteners are involved in activities that require jumping,
running, skipping, hopping, climbing...tennis shoes work best. In class, we
will be painting, using stamps and markers, gluing, working with
playdough, glitter, and other "messy" stuff. Navy shirts work best for
kindergarteners.
* Any personal information changes such as address or phone, custody
issues, etc. need to be provided in order to maintain student emergency
contacts.
* We know how special birthdays are to you and your child. I will make
your child the snack person on or near their birthday. Feel free to send
cupcakes and party favors. We love to celebrate special days! Please do
not send invitations to the school to be passed out unless one is given to
every child. This will prevent any hurt feelings. Summer birthdays will be
celebrated on their half birthday.
* Parents are encouraged to be actively involved and I welcome the
opportunity to work with you this year as we strive to give your child the
best learning experiences. We participate in the BoxTops for education
program. Please help us by saving your box tops. These programs enable us
to provide many extras for our children and are well worth the effort! You
will also have the opportunity to participate in school fundraisers
throughout the year. Prizes are awarded for participation, and they money
is used to purchase needed materials/equipment/supplies. Your support is
GREATLY appreciated.
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GENERAL WEBSITE INFORMATION
I will continue to update and add links regularly, so check back often!
This site was designed to foster positive communications between the school
and the home. It provides current class and school information. It
showcases our class events If you have any ideas or comments to share,
please email me using the icon on the home page. I hope this site has been
helpful and would appreciate any feedback you may have. Thank you for
visiting!
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