FAQ

• We know that birthdays are special to our students! Please communicate with me regarding these celebrations so we can work together to plan fun and safe celebrations for everyone. 

• We encourage families to send in non-food items like goodie bags or pencils (due to allergies). 

• If you do send in a treat, it should be pre-packaged (bags of cookies, etc). Please make sure that all treats are healthy (sugar cannot be the first ingredient). 

• Each trimester, students will receive a standards based report card which identifies the most important skills in each grade and content area in alignment with NJ Learning Standards and district curriculum.

• Each skill is assessed with a numerical value (4, 3, 2, 1). 

• The numbers are not indicators of a linear performance from trimester to trimester. They are reflective of the goals of the current trimester. 

So, do not expect to see a 2 -> 3 -> 4.

• Not every skill is assessed every trimester.

Assessment Scale

4-Exceeds Standards-Indicated high achievement. Student shows initiative, challenges him/herself and demonstrates advanced knowledge at school.

3- Grade Level Expectations- Something to be celebrated!!!

2-Progress- Indicate your child is making progress but may need extra help or time to practice/understand that concept or skill.

1-Limited Progress- Interventions may be needed.