Classroom Information

Classroom Policies

Classwork:  Students will be engaged in Reading Horizons, Arts and Letters, enVision, Writing, Science, and Social Studies activities. Some activities will be digital while others will be on paper. Classwork will be completed during class. If students do not finish paper classwork, it will be sent home in their homework folders to be completed. Any missed classwork will also go in their homework folders. 

Homework:  Homework will be given out weekly with daily tasks. Homework will be due on Fridays. Students are expected to practice their sight words at home daily. Students will also be given reading, writing and math tasks. Students are expected to complete the weekly homework assignments.

Snack: Students will be allowed to bring a healthy snack to school. Please be advised that snacks are a privilege and not a right unless needed for a documented medical condition. Snack time is given at the discretion of the teacher or teacher’s assistant and may be revoked due to behavior. Snacks are to be kept in a labeled ziplock bag or a sealed container. Snacks needing refrigeration are not allowed unless needed for a documented medical condition. Students are not allowed to have candy as a snack nor bring soda to school. Students are highly encouraged to bring water and juice. Snack time will be 10-15 minutes, please only bring 1 snack per day. 

Parent Communication:  Home folders will be sent home every day. They will contain a daily behavior log that must be signed daily. This folder will also contain other important pieces of communication that must be read. Also, the teacher and myself will be using Classdojo to communicate with parents. Please see the Classdojo attached flyer to sign-up .

Celebrations: During the year we will have planned celebrations (i.e. Christmas party, PBIS celebrations, special events). Parents will be notified in advance of any celebrations requiring parent permission. To protect instructional time, please contact the teacher or the office at least 24 hours in advance for birthday parties so that we can prepare. 

Report Cards: Report cards will go home at the end of every grading period. While the report card itself can remain at home, the report card covering must be signed and brought back to the school.

Progress Reports: Progress reports will go home once a quarter. Progress reports are to be reviewed, signed, and returned to school. 

Field Trips: During the school year we may take several trips. Parents will be encouraged to attend these trips at their own expense. If you or someone you know decides to accompany the class on a trip your child may be signed out early only by you, or someone that you have given written permission to sign-out the student. Under no circumstances will oral permission be accepted. This is to ensure the safety of every child.  

School Supplies: Students are requested to have the materials on the supply list. While planning for the year please consider buying enough supplies to last throughout the year. Also, students will be permitted to use classroom supplies when needed. However, these supplies are very limited.

Conferences: Parents and guardians are welcomed and encouraged to set up conferences at their request. To request a conference please contact the teacher. Also, we will have special nights where students will lead parent, teacher, and student conferences. These nights will be announced throughout the school year.

Parent Volunteers: Parents and guardians are encouraged and welcomed to volunteer in the classroom.

Technology: All kindergarten students will receive a school issued Chromebook. These Chromebooks will stay in the classroom for the duration of the school year. In addition, both parent and student must sign the district’s acceptable use policy agreement.  Please refer to the Halifax County school’s chrome book manual and policy.