1. How can I get my child's work when he/she is absent?
2. Should I check my child's homework?
3. Can I send in a treat for the class on my child's birthday?
4. How/when may I contact you?
5. When do you send tests home?
6. What field trips do you take in 4th grade?

How can I get my child's work when he/she is absent?

If your child is going to be absent for an extended amount of 
time, I will be happy to send books and assignments home and work 
with you so that he/she does not fall behind. However, if the 
absence is only going to be for a day or two, it may be given 
when the student returns. I allow students to work on their 
missed assignments during school time, and will help them with 
any questions they  may have. If you ask to have work sent home 
with a sibling, please keep in mind that may require sending home 
a heavy load of books - too many to carry comfortably and safely. 
If you would like to come in and pick up your child's work, 
please email me by noon. I will leave the books and assignments 
in the Office, where you may pick them up at your convenience. 
If your child is absent for a test, I give all make-up tests 
during lunch recess. 

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Should I check my child's homework?

Homework is assigned to practice and reinforce material that was 
covered in class. Students should be able to complete it 
independently. All homework is checked during class, and I review 
any concepts as needed. 
When a long-term project such as a book report is assigned, it is 
perfectly all right - and recommended - for you to proof-read it 
before it is handed in. I frequently receive beautiful projects 
and reports, into which the students have put much time and 
effort. Unfortunately, there may be errors in spelling, 
capitalization, etc., that cause points to be deducted. Rubrics 
are given out when the projects are assigned so that you can see 
how much weight is given to proper mechanics, as well as the 
other requirements. Rubrics must always be handed in with the 
completed report or project. 

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Can I send in a treat for the class on my child's birthday?

We ask that you not send in food to celebrate your child's birthday.

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How/when may I contact you?

The fastest way to reach me is to send me an email through this 
site. I check it several times throughout the day. If it only 
requires a brief response, I will answer it immediately. You may 
also call the school and leave a message. I arrive at school in 
the morning between 7:15 and 7:30, and you can usually find me in 
my classroom. I can meet with you after school, 
but would appreciate it if you could make an appointment if you 
need to see me then, or at least notify me in advance so I am 
sure to be here. Like you, I have parenting responsibilities when 
the school day is over!

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When do you send tests home?

I grade all tests and projects as soon as possible, usually on 
the same day. I post the grades on RVS Gradebook. Each student 
should designate a folder as his/her test folder. The folder goes 
home every Monday so that you may review and sign the tests or 
rubrics. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have a 
question. I keep all tests on file until the end of the school 
year. 

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What field trips do you take in 4th grade?

We take a Science field trip and a Social Studies field trip every year. The details will be announced when they 
are finalized. 

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