- What important information do I need to know?
- What are the hours for tardies?
- What do I do if my child has to miss a day of school?
- What about bus transportation?
- What if my child wants to ride the bus home with a friend?
- Can my child bring a snack?
- What day may my child purchase ice cream?
- May my child bring a water bottle to school?
- When is lunch time?
- What is the cost of breakfast and lunch?
- Can I bring treats to celebrate my child's birthday?
- May I help out in the classroom?
- How can I help my child?
- What should I do if I have a question about my child's progress?
- What is the Room Parent Program at ALES?
What important information do I need to know?
School Day 8:20-2:54
Lunch– 11:23-12:53
Specials– Computer Lab Day 1, PE Days 2, 4, 6, Art Day 3, Music
Day 5
Grading Scale– work in progress
Red Communication Folder- This folder will be used for your child to
bring home important information from me or the school, homework,
and class work. This folder needs to be checked at home each day and
returned back to school each day. Please check this folder
daily and take out any papers in the Keep at Home side,
and return any papers necessary from the Return to School side.
Homework Chart– will be sent home on a weekly basis. Please
check for important information that may be included. This
chart is to be kept in the back of your child's Red Communication
Folder and returned to school daily.
Library: Our class will visit the library at least
once a week on Thursdays. We will emphasize checking out books on your
child’s reading level. Overdue notices will be sent out by the
library staff as necessary. Your child may check out two books at a time.
D.E.A.R. Time– Ashby Lee observes a quiet time in the afternoon
from 2:40 until 2:50 for Drop Everything And Read. This time may
include a read aloud of various chapter books. Students may also be
encouraged to read a variety of reading materials, such as
library books, classroom books, or magazines at this time.
Water Bottle- Children are allowed to bring a water bottle to
school to keep on their desk. Non-spill with a sports top lid
only. Bottles may be filled with water only. Thank you!
What are the hours for tardies?
Students arriving after 8:20 are tardy. Students that arrive
after 8:20 must be signed in at the office by a parent/guardian
and will be given a tardy slip for class. Please make sure that
your child is present for the entire instructional day. :)
What do I do if my child has to miss a day of school?
If your child is sick or has to miss a day of school for any
reason please call the office to let them know. The number is
(540) 477-2927 Your child may make up his or her work
in class or at home depending on the nature of the assignments.
What about bus transportation?
Bus transportation to and from school is provided. Bus routes
and numbers will be published in the Shenandoah Valley Herald and
Northern Virginia Daily. You may also access this information through
the Shenandoah County Public Schools' website. Any questions regarding
transportation should be directed to the transportation department
at (540) 459-6733.
What if my child wants to ride the bus home with a friend?
Transportation changes require a written note from the parents of
both students. Students must present the note to their teacher
first thing in the morning to receive their official bus pass.
Only students with official bus passes will be allowed to board a
different bus.
Can my child bring a snack?
Healthy snacks are encougaged. Your child is invited to bring a snack to eat for the afternoon.
They should bring a healthy snack (pretzels, cereal, chips, granola bars etc.-no candy).
IMPORTANT: If your child has any food alergies, please make sure that I am aware of it!!! Thanks:)
What day may my child purchase ice cream?
Our ice cream day will be every Friday. The cost is 50 cents. I
will collect money on Fridays only. If you prefer to send money
in ahead of time, your child should keep the extra money in
his/her bookbag or school box until the day it is needed. Your
child is welcome to bring a snack to eat instead of buying
ice cream.
May my child bring a water bottle to school?
Yes! Children are allowed to bring a water bottle (with water only)
to school to keep on their desk. Non-spill with a sports top lid only.
Please label the bottle with your child's name.
When is lunch time?
Our lunch is from 11:23-11:53. Students may buy lunch for $1.85
or bring a lunch from home. Your child can also buy milk only,
for $.35.
What is the cost of breakfast and lunch?
Lunch Prices:
Students: $1.85
Reduced: $.40
Adults: $2.60
Breakfast Prices:(breakfast is not served when school is delayed)
Students: $1.25
Reduced: $.30
Adults: $1.50
If your child will buy breakfast or lunch, an
easy way is to pay online through Cafe'Prepay at
http://www.pay4lunch.com/cafeprepay.aspx
This web address is located on my links page.
There is a fee for using this option, but
you can also check your child's account balance
with no fees involved.
OR
Meals may be purchased on a daily, weekly, monthly or yearly
basis. All students are encouraged to turn in monies on Monday
mornings to their teacher. Please send money in an envelope with
your child's name and student identification number, and teacher's name
on the outside. (Do not include ice cream money. Ice cream is separate
and is collected in the classroom by the teacher).
An application for free and reduced lunches are available from
the office. Please turn in this form ASAP so that the office can
determine your eligibility for this school year.
Can I bring treats to celebrate my child's birthday?
Yes. Please let me know ahead of time so I can plan accordingly.
Just jot a quick note the day before, so that I know to expect a
birthday treat!
Note: Healthy snacks prefered. Individually
wrapped treats or non-edible treats work great! Some parents
send in money to buy ice cream for the class. Cupcakes are very
messy and the kids generally only eat the frosting! If you would like
to send cupcakes, lunch time would be a great time to bring them in.
The class can have them in the cafteria for dessert after eating thier lunch.
IMPORTANT: If your child has any food alergies, please make sure
that I am aware of it!!! Thanks:)
May I help out in the classroom?
YES! I love to have parent volunteers! Just let me know when you
can come to help.
Thanks!
How can I help my child?
Reading with your child is the most important activity you can do.
Also, check their Red Communication Folder and back pack daily.
In the folder you will find classwork and/or assignments to go
over with your child, as well as important notes and forms that
may need to be returned to school. Make sure to ask your child
every day what they did in school.
What should I do if I have a question about my child's progress?
Please call and make an appointment with me. I have an open door
policy and believe that excellent communication between the home
and school is the only way to ensure that all children in my
classroom are successful. I would be happy to meet with you
during my planning time (1:15-1:50) or after school to discuss
any issue. You can also call me at school (540) 477-2927.
What is the Room Parent Program at ALES?
This is a very exciting program that allows for increased
parental awarness and involvement in the classroom There is a
tremendous amount of pressure placed on teachers today, and they
are often without enough resources and time to complete all the
tasks. Also, increaed parental involvement improves the quality
of education--not only for your child, but for the entire student
body. One of the best ways to support your child and their
teacher is to be an active partner in your child's classroom.
Here are some examples of typical room parent opportunities:
* Schedule parents for DEAR (Drop Everything And Read)
* Communicate classroom needs to parents
* Assist with PTO activities or help with functions going on
within the classroom or grades.
* Serve as a liaison between the teacher and the classroom
parents
* Get parents involved
These are just a few examples of how room parents can help, there
are many other ways and the degree of involvement will be at the
teacher's discretion. Room parents do not have to do all the
work for the classroom themselves, but coordinate the work needed
in the classrooms with other parents. Last year was a very
successful year with the Room Parent Program and we wish to
continue that success year after year. We cannot make this
happen without your help. We would love to have parents who are
enthusiastic, flexible, dependable and committed to increasing
parent involvement. If you would be interested in being a Room
Parent please fill out the form that will be sent to you or
contact:
Elizabeth Estep
Room Parent Program Co-Chair
Grades Pre K-2nd
(540)477-2457
elizabethestep@hotmail.com
Please return your form as soon as possible. Thank you in
advance for your support. Should you have any questions
regarding the program prior to making a commitment, feel free to
contact the person above. Room parents are chosen by the Co-Chair person.
