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 FAQ

 Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.
  1. Can I send in treats to celebrate my child's birthday?
  2. Can my child make up late Writer's Notebook entries?
  3. Can my child complete the Reader's Notebook letter at home?
  4. What do we do with the Student Reference Book for Everyday Math?
  5. In what subjects will my child be tested?
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Can I send in treats to celebrate my child's birthday?

Yes, you can send in "peanut free" treats.  We have 24 students in our 
class.  Please provide napkins, plates, and utensils (if needed).  These 
items can be dropped off in the main office on the day of your child's 
birthday, and we will celebrate when all the children are present in the 
room.  Even if you do not wish to send a treat in for your child's birthday, 
we will still sing Happy Birthday as a class.
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Can my child make up late Writer's Notebook entries?

No. Your child has a firm schedule with firm expectations.  Once the 
notebooks are due, late entries are not accepted; nor can they be made up 
the following week.  This is to encourage continuous writing.
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Can my child complete the Reader's Notebook letter at home?

No.  Your child has an entire week in class to write their letter during our 
Reader's Workshop period.  There is no reason for them to take this 
assignment home. It is an in-class-assignment.
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What do we do with the Student Reference Book for Everyday Math?

This year, there has been a change in the Everyday Math program regarding 
Student Reference Books.  These books are needed both in class, and at home.  
For this reason, students were told to keep their Reference Book in their 
backpacks.  The journal students use during class has Reference Book pages 
listed next to several problems incase students need assistance.  It also has 
directions to several games we will be playing in class.  This book is needed 
at home as well, however, because it cites pages next to homework problems 
should students need assistance.
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In what subjects will my child be tested?

Every Friday students will be quizzed on their spelling words, along with the 
Repair Shop topic for the week.  

Tests will be given in math, social studies, and health following each 
unit.  I will give one weeks notice beforehand, along with posting reminders
to study for these tests.  Students will also be tested in science- these 
tests will be based on hands on experiments during class, so it will be hard 
for students to bring home any materials to study for these tests.  For this 
reason it is important that students actively participate in class 
assignments.
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