Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.
Will my first grader have homework?
Yes. Students are asked to read 15 minutes each night. We will send home anagenda with a reading calendar attached for you to record the minutes read andinitial who listened. This is not optional. Be creative or as tough as youneed to be but get the job done.Back to Top
Yes. Students are asked to read 15 minutes each night. We will send home anagenda with a reading calendar attached for you to record the minutes read andinitial who listened. This is not optional. Be creative or as tough as youneed to be but get the job done.
When will my child begin reading instruction?
Instruction begins on the first day of school. We will be doing many activities that will help us assess your child's strengths/weaknesses. Based on our findings, we will assign your child to a "reading group" with other children who are working on similiar goals. This portion of our day is called GUIDED READING.Back to Top
Instruction begins on the first day of school. We will be doing many activities that will help us assess your child's strengths/weaknesses. Based on our findings, we will assign your child to a "reading group" with other children who are working on similiar goals. This portion of our day is called GUIDED READING.
Will he/she always be in the same reading group?
No. Reading groups are based on the needs of the student. Students are formally and informally evaluated several times a year. The results of theseevaluations determine the level and group where he/she works. Groups are always 6 or less students so each child gets some individualattention. Back to Top
No. Reading groups are based on the needs of the student. Students are formally and informally evaluated several times a year. The results of theseevaluations determine the level and group where he/she works. Groups are always 6 or less students so each child gets some individualattention.
Will my child have other teachers in addition to their homeroom teacher?
It is entirely possible that your child may see other teachers for specializedinstruction. You will be notified. Back to Top
It is entirely possible that your child may see other teachers for specializedinstruction. You will be notified.
Am I welcome to visit the classroom?
Yes. If you would like to visit or help in the classroom you are certainly welcome. Please let me know when you would like to come and I will make sure arrangements are made.Back to Top
Yes. If you would like to visit or help in the classroom you are certainly welcome. Please let me know when you would like to come and I will make sure arrangements are made.
How can I help in the classroom?
During Open House, I will have a sign-up for parent volunteers. If you areanxious to get started before then just send me a note or an email and I willget back to you. Parent Readers (parents who come and listen to studentsread) are priceless!! We will have a Halloween Class Party and Valentine's Day Class Party. There will be other opportunities to help and I will announce those on the weekly newsletter.I understand some parents are not able to help because they work or care forsmall children at home. I'm a working parent too! You help me by workingeach evening with your own child at home!Back to Top
During Open House, I will have a sign-up for parent volunteers. If you areanxious to get started before then just send me a note or an email and I willget back to you. Parent Readers (parents who come and listen to studentsread) are priceless!! We will have a Halloween Class Party and Valentine's Day Class Party. There will be other opportunities to help and I will announce those on the weekly newsletter.I understand some parents are not able to help because they work or care forsmall children at home. I'm a working parent too! You help me by workingeach evening with your own child at home!
What is the best way to contact you if I have questions?
You may call the school office with any emergency and they will contact me immediately.Email is a great way to communicate. I usually can respond before or afterschool but rarely during the school day. Students will be given an agenda. Sending a note in the agenda is an additional way to contact me. I check the reading calendarevery morning so if you have a message for me just write "See note" on thereading calendar and I will make sure to read and respond to it that day. Iwill do the same for you. Notes sent in bookbags often do not make it to my desk. I do not check student bookbags. I do have voice mail at the school and you can also leave a message. Ourphones do not signal in any way that we have a message however. The best chance to talk with me at school is 8-8:25 am and 3:35-4 pm. The remainder of the school day I am with students and find it difficult to give you both the attention you deserve.Back to Top
You may call the school office with any emergency and they will contact me immediately.Email is a great way to communicate. I usually can respond before or afterschool but rarely during the school day. Students will be given an agenda. Sending a note in the agenda is an additional way to contact me. I check the reading calendarevery morning so if you have a message for me just write "See note" on thereading calendar and I will make sure to read and respond to it that day. Iwill do the same for you. Notes sent in bookbags often do not make it to my desk. I do not check student bookbags. I do have voice mail at the school and you can also leave a message. Ourphones do not signal in any way that we have a message however. The best chance to talk with me at school is 8-8:25 am and 3:35-4 pm. The remainder of the school day I am with students and find it difficult to give you both the attention you deserve.