This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.

1. Why poetry?
2. What is an example of poetry used in the classroom?
3. How can I contact you?
4. May I visit the classroom?
5. Can I volunteer?

Why poetry?

Poetry reading is a wonderful way for students to express 
themselves. It helps improve reading fluency and comprehension, and it 
also builds self confidence and motivation which is the key to student 
success.

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What is an example of poetry used in the classroom?

Here is a big favorite of students:
                            
     What I Found in My Desk 
        by Bruce Lansky 

A ripe peach with an ugly bruise,
a pair of stinky tennis shoes,
a day-old ham-and-cheese on rye,
a swimsuit that I left to dry,
a pencil that glows in the dark,
some bubble gum found in the park,
a paper bag with cookie crumbs,
an old kazoo that barely hums,
a spelling test I almost failed,
a letter that I should have mailed,
and one more thing, I must confess,
a note from teacher: Clean This Mess!!!!

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How can I contact you?

My conference period is from 12:45 to 1:30 daily. Please feel free 
to come see me should you have any concerns. You may also contact me 
by phone at school (833-9405) or at home (I will send my phone 
number home at the beginning of the year.) I welcome communication 
with parents at any time. Any concern you have over your child is 
important to me.

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May I visit the classroom?

You are welcome to visit your child's classroom at any time. In 
addition, if you would like to share something with the class, such 
as plan a craft activity, etc., please let me know.

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Can I volunteer?

The answer to this is DEFINITELY. Your help would be greatly 
appreciated. Please contact me if you are interested.

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