Dear Parents-
The first report cards of the year came home
with your child today. As I have told
the children, this is a snapshot of where they are academically today. This
snapshot has the ability to change all the time. I have also told the kids, the most important
grade, to me, on this report is their work and effort grade. Please remember that an “S” and a “C”
indicate that your child is doing work at grade level. Overall, I am pleased with how well all the
children are doing. The blue card
included in the envelope goes into further detail about the Arlington County
grading policy. Please sign and return both
the blue card and the white comment sheet in the envelope on Monday, November 24th.
As we are in the second quarter, the
children and I have discussed the need to take pride in the work they are
doing. This includes always putting
forth their best effort on all assignments.
I will be holding the children accountable for reading the directions
carefully and to follow them throughout any assignment. Taking the time to be sure words are spelled
correctly, punctuation is correct, and work is legible and neat, are all part
of this effort. In addition, homework
assignments are to be handed in on time.
If an absence occurs, the make-up work (including class-work) also needs
to be completed within a couple of days of coming back to school.
As a gentle reminder, I would also like to
ask that you let me know of any changes in dismissal in a note, particularly if
your child needs to leave class early. Having information about early dismissals in the morning allows your child to get all their assignments, books and other supplies into their backpack prior to leaving. Any help you can lend in this regard is most appreciated.
I hope you and your families enjoy the
holiday break and the time together. I
want you all to know how thankful I am to be your child’s teacher. Each child has touched my heart in a special
and unique way. I am grateful to be part of their lives. To all of you, thank you for sharing them
with me each day.
Important Dates
Wednesday
11/26- Friday 11/28- Thanksgiving Break- No School
Wednesday 12/24-Friday 1/2/15- Winter
Break
Monday 1/5/15- School Reopens
