FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.
  1. Are papers in the take home folder supposed to stay home?
  2. Can I e-mail the teacher with questions that I have about my child?
  3. Will I be informed about my child's progress regularly?
  4. What are the student requirements for reading each quarter?
  5. What is supported study?



Are papers in the take home folder supposed to stay home?

Please remove all papers each night from the notices and graded paper sections of the Take Home 
Folder and review them with your children. Papers that are graded provide an opportunity for you to
praise your children and/or talk about problems with certain skills that might be surfacing. Other
sections of the Take Home Folder have papers that are stapled in since they are meant to be used as
as reference.
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Can I e-mail the teacher with questions that I have about my child?

Yes.  Please stay in touch!  E-mail me any time and I will respond as quickly as possible.  I appreciate 
your help and insights. I want us to work as a team to make this year a wonderful experience for
you and your child.
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Will I be informed about my child's progress regularly?

Parents will be informed about student progress periodically through e-mail or notes 
home in the Take Home Folder. If your child is having difficulty, I may also give you a quick call.
Please let me know if you notice any problems as well. Please encourage your child to stay for
supported study on Mondays and Wednesdays if they are feeling confused or stressed about any
assignment. We'll make it fun and get the job done!
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What are the student requirements for reading each quarter?

The first quarter requirement includes reading two books of choice and doing one 
book report. Each quarter, the requirement will be a bit more challenging. Students
are also reading a story with their reading group during guided reading groups each
day. Reading requirements are listed as a reference page in the Take Home Folder.
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What is supported study?

Supported study is a quiet place for children to complete homework with a teacher.  It is held on 
Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:45 - 4:00. I encourage any student who would like that support to
come get the job done. Many children find it helpful to finish up at school and not have to bring work
home! Feel free to utilize this service if your child gets behind, is out sick, or simply wants to work
through their assignments with the support of peers and a teacher. It's fun!
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