Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.
- What can my child bring in for snack?
- Can I volunteer in my child's classroom?
- Can I bring in treats for my child's birthday?
- What can I do to make sure my child is successful on the MEAP?
- What if my child is having difficulties in class?
- How can I help my child with his/her reading skills?
What can my child bring in for snack?
Healthy snacks are very important in all grades. I know at times it is
hard to have fresh fruit or veggies around, but please try to provide
your child with a snack that is not high in sugar content. Healthy snacks
include: cheese, crackers, pretzels, popcorn, fresh fruits, vegetables,
and graham crackers. If your child wants to bring in a water bottle with a
pop top that will be acceptable. Having a pop up top allows for less spills
and messes.
Can I volunteer in my child's classroom?
Yes, Yes, Yes!! We love to have volunteers come in to read to us and
help out whenever possible. This year you will have to fill out a
volunteer form in order to help us in the building. Please make sure that
you fill it out completely and return it to the office.
Then once you get your approval, just let me know in advance what times you are
available to come in and I will set it up.
Can I bring in treats for my child's birthday?
Of course you can. Just drop me a note the day before you want to send
them in. You can send in healthy snacks this day or cupcakes.
Whichever is best for you and what your child really wants to bring in for
their special day.
What can I do to make sure my child is successful on the MEAP?
The most important thing is to make sure that when MEAP time rolls around
that your child gets plenty of rest and a good breakfast every morning
during testing time. Test taking can be very stressful for students. So
giving them extra rest, a good breakfast, and a good snack is very helpful.
What if my child is having difficulties in class?
1. Set up an appointment with your child's teacher to discuss options.
2. Review, review, review - with your child everything that has been
done in class.
How can I help my child with his/her reading skills?
Have your child read to you nightly. Make this a before bedtime ritual.
Even though your child is in 5th grade doesn't mean that they can not
read to you. Make sure they are practicing using the strategies that they
have been taught to help them be a successful reader.
One big thing you will want to do is to ask them questions about what
they have read to you. Some students can read the words to you, but
they might have problems understanding what they have read. By questioning
them you are helping them with their comprehensions skills.