Attendance – A successful school experience is the responsibility of the child, the parents, and the school. Your child’s progress, both academically and socially, is influenced to a great extent by daily participation.  Regular attendance without tardiness is critical.

Absences – Excessive absences hinder a child’s progress. If your child is going to be absent, you must call Rockwell school at (563-7818). Please understand that it is hard to make up work in Kindergarten since most work is hands-on and is done in class.

Arrival – If you arrive before 8am and your child is not having breakfast, please send your child directly out to the playground where there is supervision. There is no supervision in the schools as teachers are busy prepping for the day.

Extra Clothes – Please keep an extra change of clothing in your child’s backpack.

Birthdays – Birthdays are very important to children. In class, we will celebrate your child’s birthday in a special way: a crown, a song, and a book. If your child has a summer birthday, they may pick another day in May to celebrate their birthday. Please send enough treats for 23 kiddos.

Book Orders – We will send home Scholastic book orders each month for you and your child to look over. If you want to place an order please make checks payable to Scholastic.

School Folder – Please check your child’s school folder daily. It will contain reading books to practice at home and other important notes and projects.

Snack – If you wish for your child to have a snack during milk break please send one daily in their backpack. Healthy snacks are encouraged. Some examples are: Goldfish, animal crackers, pretzels and snack bars. Nothing that needs a utensil please.

Good Behavior – Our Kindergarten is a safe and happy place where lots of learning happens. We are a classroom family where teamwork and good relationships are expected. We will spend time learning class procedures and practicing them. Each student is expected to act within our standards of behavior. Problems will be dealt with one on one. If misbehaviors continue, we will contact your for support.

Nightly Reading - Remember to read to your child as often as you can.  The more your child is exposed to language, the easier it will be for him/her to incorporate new skills in reading and writing in the classroom.

10 day Cycle – Please see your child’s folder for a schedule of their specials on the 10 day cycle. For P.E. I would suggest keeping gym shoes in his/her backpack each day so they are not forgotten.

Restroom – Children are allowed to use the restrooms as needed although not encouraged during a directed instruction time. Unfortunately, accidents will happen and we will make sure that your child is sent to the office for a change of clothes. Keeping an extra set of clothing in your child’s backpack is suggested.

Toys – In Kindergarten we have show and tell. Children should wait until their assigned sharing day to bring a special toy from home.

Gym – The children will have gym with Mr. Riddell on days 2, 3, 7, 8 and 10. Don’t forget your gym shoes! J

Art – The children will have art with Mrs. Keller on days 4 and 6. Please make sure you have an art smock at school.

Music – The children will have music with Miss McCarty on days 1, 5 and 9.

Library – The children will have library with Mrs. Horwarth on days 3 and 9. Please help your child remember his/her library book.

You! – Please remember that YOU are your child’s first and most important teacher. No one can influence your child’s life in the way that you can! You can help to make your child feel successful this year by discussing your child’s school day with them. Ask questions like, “what did you learn today?”, “what did your work the hardest on?”, “what was the best part of your day?”, and “what are you getting better at?” These questions cause children to reflect on their learning which in turn helps them remember new information. Don’t let them tell you “nothing.” Ask your child about daily 5, story time, reading, math, or science work. Having conversations with your child will also help develop their oral language skills which are a bridge to reading and writing development.

Sleep – It is so important for your child to be alert and ready to learn each day. Set a bedtime and be consistent. Setting and keeping a bedtime is a wonderful gift you can give to your child. It will help them to be attentive and prepared to learn each day! Don’t forget to read a book before bedtime! J