As promised on Curriculum Night, I have compiled the most frequently asked questions. I will list them below with answers. As always, please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.
Do they have to type their papers in writing?
Students will be typing most of their essays, as time allows.
Do you want them to show their work in math?
Yes, students should show their work as much as possible. This helps me to check comprehension and help see where students are going wrong.
Can you offer a Grammar cheat sheet for parents?
I do have a grammar reference sheet. If you would like a copy sent home for your use, Let me know and I will send a copy home.
Is there a difference in terms of a quiz vs a test in terms of studying and grading, or are they weighted the same?
Tests are 30% of the grade, quizzes are 10%. Quizzes are typically shorter, and are roughly worth anywhere from 5-20 points.
How are the countries selected for the research project?
I had students rank their top 3 choices and tell me why they wanted those countries. With 30 students, there are several repetitive requests, so naturally not every student will get one of their top 3 choices. However, I did try to grant as many as possible.
Are book donations sent in with students?
Yes! Students can bring in any donations- books, tissues, hand sanitizer, etc- at any time
Is morning work given before school counted as a grade?
It varies. Some mornings students will get a participation grade for completing morning work, some days it is something graded for accuracy, and some days students answer a journal prompt in a journal.
How are you using Khan? Are you still giving direct instruction? Is Khan everyday?
We use Khan Academy as a class one day a week, either on Wednesday or Thursday. Khan Academy takes the place of math groups in 4th grade. Students who receive math intervention during French will also be using Khan Academy during that time. The rest of the time math is direct instruction from me.
Are agenda’s supposed to be signed? Are they checked?
I do not sign and check the planners 0f the entire class. I lead the class in filling out their planners and try to make sure they have the materials on their desk they need to take home before the students pack up. If your student is consistently missing information in their planner, let me know and I am happy to check their planner before they pack up.
Do you have resources to help parents with bar models?
If you visit Mr. Naaktgeboren's blog, under his "resources" tab, you will find resources to help guide you through bar models. If you are still confused or struggling, and would like to discuss with me, e-mail me to let me know.
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