FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions
of students and parents.
  1. When do behavior folders come home?
  2. How does the cafeteria work?
  3. How will my child's individual learning needs be met?
  4. What should I do if I have concerns about my child?
  5. When should I have my child tested for Gifted and Talented?
  6. I need the information about President/African American Poster Project



When do behavior folders come home?

Behavior folders are no longer being sent home on Friday. Your child will receive a "Super Kid" ticket each day for staying on Green/Oh Happy Day. If they moved their name more than 2 times, you will receive a note titled "Making Good Choices" that will explain why your child did not receive a "Super Kid" ticket. First Grade is all about learning to get along, make good choices,and use self-control. Always call me if you have any questions or need clarification. My door is always open.
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How does the cafeteria work?

Your child has a lunch card already. It is also used as their
library card. You may simply send check or cash with your child in an
envelope and I will send your child down first thing in the morning to add the
money to their account. Then their card is used like a credit card. A
machine swipes and Ms. Rhonda checks the name and the student and debits
their account. Please be aware that the cafeteria sells extra items
such as,fruit roll-ups, chips, and gatorade. There is an extra fee for
these items. You'll want to set guidelines with your child ahead of
time.
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How will my child's individual learning needs be met?

Each child in my class is challenged to be their very best. If
they are reading on a second grade level, then we are working on chapter
books and comprehension. In math I have challenge problems to challenge
those who are ready.
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What should I do if I have concerns about my child?

Please call me, email me, or leave me a phone message. I want
every child in my class to succeed and working together we can make that
happen!
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When should I have my child tested for Gifted and Talented?

The Gifted and Talented teacher suggests that children be tested
in second grade. The testing is long and many first graders find it very
overwhelming and shut down. If your child is tested in first
grade and does not qualify, they cannot be retested until 3rd grade.
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I need the information about President/African American Poster Project

February 8, 2010

Dear Parents,

As part of our celebration of Black History Month and
Presidents' Day, we will be conducting research on famous African
Americans or Presidents of the United States.

Your child will be responsible for creating a poster,
which identifies the important achievements and attributes of
their chosen famous person. The student must do the art work and
writing. But please feel free to advise your child with spelling
and choosing what to include on the poster.

All posters will be due in the classroom on or before
Friday, February 26th. Each child will give an oral presentation
about their poster. They will need to describe the items on the
poster, so please help your child practice the oral presentation
at home.

I will be able to provide some information about the
famous person if necessary. Please visit the local library, or
use books, encyclopedias, magazines, the Internet, etc. to gather
information.

The poster must include the following information:

-Who the person was/is
-When and where s/he was born
-What were/are his or her accomplishments?
-Why you chose this person to research
-Use complete sentences to record information.
-Student's name

Remember this is first grade work, so make it simple for
your child. With my two children, we answered the above
questions in complete sentences. I will have their examples
outside my room if you’d like to drop by and take a look. We
look forward to seeing the posters and hearing the
presentations. If you have any questions, please feel free to
contact me at carol_bryan@roundrockisd.org or 428-3827.

Thank you,

Carol
Bryan
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Complete this slip and return to the teacher by the end of the
week:

Child's Name _________________________

Famous African American or President chosen for poster
_________________________

Signature of Parent _______________________

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