FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is a good time to contact me?
A good time to contact me at school is before school from 7:30-8:15 a.m. or after school from 2:45-3:20 p.m. at 847-532-6924.. You can also contact me through e-mail at [email protected]. If you prefer,
you can send a note or write a comment in the Friday Folder.
What are Mrs. BATES' Expectations?
My main goal is for students to become responsible and caring citizens. Therefore, students are expected to follow the PBIS four "R's": Respect Self, Property, Others, and Teaching. These principles are consistently used throughout the school in the classroom, hallway, bathroom, and cafeteria. Also, students are expected to show respect while riding the bus. There are many opportunities throughout the day for students to earn spots, Which can be traded in at the PBIS Store for some wonderful items and activities.
What are Friday Folders?
Your child will bring home a folder every Friday with the work that they have completed that week. I
would appreciate if you would set down with your child and review his/her work. Please sign the folder indicating that you have seen the work and are aware of your chid's progress. Your child should return the folder on Monday. Also, there is a place for you to comment on the folder if you would like.
What About Homework?
Yes, We have homework every day. Your child should be reading 20 minutes nightly along with practicing their math facts. Also, other homework may be assigned which is usually math, reading or cursive practice. In addiition any school work not completed during the day becomes homework. Please look in your child's planner to see what is due and then initial the planner. You can help your child learn discipline and responsibility by making sure he/she completes the assigned homework.
A good time to contact me at school is before school from 7:30-8:15 a.m. or after school from 2:45-3:20 p.m. at 847-532-6924.. You can also contact me through e-mail at [email protected]. If you prefer,
you can send a note or write a comment in the Friday Folder.
What are Mrs. BATES' Expectations?
My main goal is for students to become responsible and caring citizens. Therefore, students are expected to follow the PBIS four "R's": Respect Self, Property, Others, and Teaching. These principles are consistently used throughout the school in the classroom, hallway, bathroom, and cafeteria. Also, students are expected to show respect while riding the bus. There are many opportunities throughout the day for students to earn spots, Which can be traded in at the PBIS Store for some wonderful items and activities.
What are Friday Folders?
Your child will bring home a folder every Friday with the work that they have completed that week. I
would appreciate if you would set down with your child and review his/her work. Please sign the folder indicating that you have seen the work and are aware of your chid's progress. Your child should return the folder on Monday. Also, there is a place for you to comment on the folder if you would like.
What About Homework?
Yes, We have homework every day. Your child should be reading 20 minutes nightly along with practicing their math facts. Also, other homework may be assigned which is usually math, reading or cursive practice. In addiition any school work not completed during the day becomes homework. Please look in your child's planner to see what is due and then initial the planner. You can help your child learn discipline and responsibility by making sure he/she completes the assigned homework.