Download - How to Help Your Child Succeed:
How to Help Your Child Succeed:
Make sure they are using their agenda.Ask to see their completed homework assignments.Have students organize their backpacks at the end of the week.Look through Science Binder (and notebooks for other classes) with them on a regular basis. Look for these qualities in their work: organization, effort, elaboration, completeness, critical thinking, creativity.
Causes for Concern: A chaotic binder (or backpack) with papers
sticking out, rumpled or ripped papers, or papers crammed in the front pocket (or bottom of bag) rather than in the rings.
Unfinished assignments; assignments with simplistic answers; assignments that lack evidence of creativity, enthusiasm, or pride in his/her own work.
Regularly needing more that 30 minutes to complete science homework.
Obtaining & Completing Work From Home Due to an Absence or Forgetfulness
Due to absence:
Work will be collected for your child in a Study Buddy folder. Complete work and return within 2 days of absence to receive full credit. Work returned after 2 days will only receive half credit.
Due to forgetfulness:
Work can be made up for half credit if done thoroughly and accurately. Ask Ms. Tinder after class or after school for make-up work.
eSembler : Questions About Grades
Both parents and students can (and should) monitor grades on eSembler.
Remember that eSembler is an active grade book.o It is not an official report card; it changes
daily as new grades are entered.o It is not a personal judgment regarding your
child’s abilities. Grades are earned, not given. Please ask your student about missing
assignments (M), incomplete assignments (I), and/or low grades before you contact me.
In closing…
I care deeply about all of my students (your children).
I want the best for them and from them!
