Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions
of students and parents.
- What kind of homework do second graders get?
- How long should homework take my child to do?
- Should I help my child if they are struggling?
- Should I check over my child's assignments?
- What if they do not do their homework?
- How do I know what homework assignments my child has?
- Why should I read to my child? They are already reading on their own.
- What's special about the homework folder?
- What kinds of snacks may I send in to school?
- What's the best way to get in touch with the teacher?
- I'd like to volunteer to help out in the classroom. Do you need help?
What kind of homework do second graders get?
Homework is assigned Monday through Thursday nights. Your child
will receive homework that helps them study and learn
approximately 15 to 20 spelling words, practice math skills
learned in class, and memorize their addition and subtraction
facts. And, of course, you and your child read for approximately
20-30 minutes EVERY NIGHT. Reading to and with your child is
one of the best investments you can make in your child's
education!
How long should homework take my child to do?
Students will spend approximately 30-40 minutes per night
completing assignments. Sometimes in the beginning of the year
it might take longer because they're tired, still getting used to
the school day, or struggling a bit to get back into the homework
habit. Be patient and help them stay focused. By October your
child will be back in the homework habit and eager to get it
finished.
Should I help my child if they are struggling?
A little guidance does not hurt. But if you find you need to
reteach a concept they have learned in school, please let me
know. I may need to help your child individually or reteach the
concept with the entire class. Write a note and place it in the
homework folder.
Should I check over my child's assignments?
Yes, please do. For example, you might spot a pattern to their
mistake. They consistently added 7 + 6 = 14 instead of 7 + 6 =
13 on a math worksheet and all you need to do is call their
attention to it and the problem is solved! Make sure spelling
words are spelled correctly. You don't want your child studying
the incorrect way to spell a word! PLEASE SIGN YOUR CHILD'S
HOMEWORK AFTER YOU HAVE CHECKED IT, THANKS.
What if they do not do their homework?
Unless you write a note to me explaining why the homework was not
finished at home (families do have emergencies and changes in
schedules) and asking for additional time, they will stay in at
recess to complete it.
How do I know what homework assignments my child has?
In September ONLY,, Monday through Thursday, I type up and send
home with your chid an assignment sheet! The sheet has the date
and tomorrow's special on top, and then lists by subject each
homework assignment. Students will ALSO be learning how to record
their own homework on a weekly homework assignment sheet. PLEASE
SIGN THAT SHEET EVERY NIGHT! It STAYS in their homework folder.
In October, or once they get the hang of it, students will be
responsible for writing in their own homework assignments and my
typed sheet will not be sent home. I also pack up everyone's
folder at the end of the day, checking to see that they leave
school with what they need. They place their homework
folders in their own backpacks and the next morning, it is one of
their morning jobs to place their homework folders in the bin. I
then go through each folder, pull homework, notes, money for the
cafeteria as students begin their day.
Why should I read to my child? They are already reading on their own.
Research has proven that children who are read to, learn to read
quickly and are fluent readers. Even if your child is
already reading at or above grade level, you can model good
comprehension strategies and how to figure out unknown
words. As you read aloud model how to stop and think about what
was just read, ask "did it make sense" and if not, show them how
you would go back and reread a passage. Model summarizing what
was read as you reach the end of a chapter. Help them make
connections between books, between their life and a character's
life. Make predictions about what will happen next based
upon what has already happened in the story. Reading to your
child is one of the most important investments you
can make in your child's continuing education. TURN OFF THE TV,
PUT AWAY VIDEO GAMES, READ! Yes, it might be the last thing YOU
want to do after a hard day's work, but I guarantee once you sit
down next to your child and begin you'll wonder why you didn't
set aside this time before. My children, Ben and Kate, cherish
memories of books we read together when they were
little. Now, both are avid readers and independent learners.
What's special about the homework folder?
Every child receives a HOMEWORK FOLDER on the first day of
school. All homework assignments, notes from the teacher and
office, and marked papers will arrive home daily in this folder.
PLEASE RETURN ALL HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS, NOTES FOR THE TEACHER AND
OFFICE, LUNCH MONEY ENVELOPES FOR THE CAFETERIA, AND NOTES FOR
THE NURSE in this folder daily. It is our most important
communication tool.
What kinds of snacks may I send in to school?
This year only healthy snacks are allowed - fruit, cut-up
veggies, cheese and crackers are good choices. Please DO send
your child in with a thermos of WATER ONLY (or bottled water).
They may keep it on their desk throughout the day. PLEASE
REMEMBER - OUR CLASSROOM IS A PEANUT FREE AREA. CHILDREN WILL
NOT BE ABLE TO EAT SNACKS CONTAINING PEANUTS IN THE CLASSROOM.
THANK YOU!
What's the best way to get in touch with the teacher?
IF YOU NEED ME IMMEDIATELY, CALL SCHOOL AND SPEAK TO A SECRETARY. The quickest way to reach me is via phone - call the school at
223-6911. My extension is 2036. Once school begins I usually
arrive by 7:30 a.m. and leave at approximately 5 p.m. If you
cannot reach me - I do travel to the copy room in the morning,
leave a voice mail. One of my goals is to check
my voice mail daily! I haven't been very good about that.
However, I do check my email in the morning as I do attendance
and lunch count on line and after school. Email me at
nancy-daniels@esasd.net I will respond!
You can also include a note in your child's homework folder if it
is not a problem needing immediate attention.
I'd like to volunteer to help out in the classroom. Do you need help?
Thank you so much! I need a homeroom
mom/dad(s) to organize special events such as holiday parties.
Don't forget to join the Resica P.T.O. You can help by volunteering time to book fairs,
school store, and other community building happenings.