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

1. Where are my child's assignments kept?
2. What are the consequences for not doing homework?
3. How can I help in the classroom?
4. Why has my child been marked tardy or absent?
5. How many days does my child have to complete homework after being absent?
6. My child is being dismissed differently today. What should I do?
7. What kind of dress is appropriate?
8. Can we have drinks in class?
9. What items are not allowed in your classroom?
10. When are parent conferences held?
11. Will my child be ready to face the challenges of middle school?

Where are my child's assignments kept?

After the assignment has been corrected and discussed in class, students 
sort them into their subject folders which are kept inside their desks. 
The subject folders will help students with their organizational 
skills and reduces the risk of misplacing papers. I keep all tests, 
quizzes, projects, and writing assignments in a student portfolio to be 
used for report cards.  Assessments are shared during routine parent 
conferences and sent home at the end of each term.

Back to Top

What are the consequences for not doing homework?

Grade deduction, loss of free time, or both.  Students are not graded on 
the accuracy of their homework, but they are marked on whether or not 
they attempted to solve the problem to the best of their ability and made 
appropriate corrections if there were any mistakes.

Back to Top

How can I help in the classroom?

Would ten year olds find your job interesting?  Do you like performing in 
front of a classroom of bright-eyed kids?  Contact me if you would like to 
share your professional experiences or talents with our class.  

Readers are welcome to visit as well.  If you have a favorite children's 
book that you would like to share with our class, please contact me so 
that we can make necessary arrangements.  


If you have any old board games that are collecting dust in closets, our 
class would love to have them for indoor recess days.

We seem to have a room full of allergies this year (myself included).  Any 
spare tissue boxes you would be willing to donate would be appreciated.

Back to Top

Why has my child been marked tardy or absent?

Students are admitted to their homeroom at 8:35.  Students who have not 
arrived in the room by 8:45 are marked tardy.  If a student enters school 
after 8:45, he or she must sign in at the office to avoid being marked 
absent.

Back to Top

How many days does my child have to complete homework after being absent?

Students have the same number of days to complete the assignments as
they were absent from school, (i.e., two days absent = two days to make up 
the work).

Back to Top

My child is being dismissed differently today. What should I do?

If there is a change in your child's routine dismissal, a signed note with 
contact information must be brought to school on or before that day. 
Telephoning or e-mailing Mrs. Linda Drew in the office is also acceptable.

Back to Top

What kind of dress is appropriate?

Please consult the student handbook for acceptable attire.  Students 
wearing clothing that is deemed inappropriate may be sent home to change 
into something appropriate for elementary school.  Students should 
also dress appropriately for the weather and wear comfortable clothing and 
sneakers on days that we have Physical Education.

Back to Top

Can we have drinks in class?

Students are encouraged to bring a healthy beverage with their snack and 
lunch.  Students may keep water bottles on their desk throughout the 
school day.

Back to Top

What items are not allowed in your classroom?

All electronic devices, trading cards, make-up, hair brushes, any noise-
making products, and any other device that may disrupt the learning
environment are not permitted. Expensive and valuable items should be left 
at home where they are safe.

Back to Top

When are parent conferences held?

Early release days have been scheduled for the purpose of parent 
conferencing around the time report cards are issued. I will send home a 
letter requesting a date and time to meet with you.  If you would like to 
meet with me prior to this, please contact me.  I would be happy to 
schedule a meeting with you to discuss your child's growth and progress in 
grade 5.

Back to Top

Will my child be ready to face the challenges of middle school?

Absolutely.  Speak with any former fifth grade students or their parents 
and they will attest to the fact that they are more than prepared for 
sixth grade.

Back to Top