Welcome to Grade 8A!

This page will help answer general classroom questions. As always, when in doubt, please contact me.

Below, I would like to highlight several classroom rules/procedures that will be beneficial to you and your child.

Homework

The Archdiocese of Philadelphia states that 8th grade homework should take 120 minutes. This is both written and study work. Homework is meant to reinforce skills taught in school. If your child is struggling with the material, have them stop and send me a note. I do not want them to be frustrated or overwhelmed. I will take a few extra minutes to go over the concept with your child.

Homework that is not completed will result in a loss of recess in order for your child to complete the assignment.  

Test Procedures/Quizzes

I will announce tests at least 3–5 days in advance. I post a test schedule on my web page every week. Students also write test schedules in their assignment books, and I post a Test Schedule on the board.

Quizzes can and will be given without notice. 

Test Folders

I generally send home a progress checker once a month. Please review your child's grades via FACTS and then return the progress check sheet signed.

Grade Book

Grades are posted on FACTS regularly.  The grades are weighted.  You can not average them to find the total grade.

Classroom Behavior

Students are expected to follow the Golden Rule:  Treat others as you would want to be treated.  

Abscence

From time to time little ones do get sick. Please call the office to report your child as absent. If you would like to have your child' s work sent home, please let me know in the morning so I have time to get the work together. Children who are absent will have 2 days to make up their work. If more time is needed, please let me know. Upon return, your child will need a note stating the date(s) and reason of abscence.