Homework
I do not assign daily homework worksheets.
During the first 9 weeks, students will be responsible for learning the "Language of Science". LOS Quizzes are weekly (Fridays) and based entirely on memorization of word parts. Time will NOT be spent on these words in class. This is the only homework assigned first nine weeks except studying for quizzes and tests.
During the first 9 weeks, students will be responsible for learning the "Language of Science". LOS Quizzes are weekly (Fridays) and based entirely on memorization of word parts. Time will NOT be spent on these words in class. This is the only homework assigned first nine weeks except studying for quizzes and tests.
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FAQ's
How much should I help my child on projects/homework?
Please don't help:-) I want to see what your child can come up with on
their own. Let them be creative with inexpensive supplies they recycle
at home. With the possible exception of the science fair(student choice)
spending should be very minimal.NO HOMEWORK SHOULD EVER
TAKE MORE THAN 30 MINUTES PER NIGHT!!! IF IT DOES STOP
THEM!!! (some projects will be assigned over multiple nights. If your child
waits until the last night the 30 minute rule does not apply :-) )
What if my child hates to read?
Any reading is good reading. Try to find magazines and books
about subjects your child loves...then you read it too! Talking
about what you have read is a great way to spend quality time with
your middle schooler.
What if my child is struggling in science class?
Please don't wait to contact me. I want to know! E-mail me daily
if needed. We'll work together to help your child be successful.
What is the best way to contact Mrs. Estrada?
Email!!! I will happily respond to emails as soon as I see them.
Unless you tell me you prefer phone calls, email will be our best way
to keep in touch. I hesitate to call parents because I know many of you
are at work. I know an email can be read at your convenience. I also
try my best to respond to emails sent after hours when I am at home.
How much should I help my child on projects/homework?
Please don't help:-) I want to see what your child can come up with on
their own. Let them be creative with inexpensive supplies they recycle
at home. With the possible exception of the science fair(student choice)
spending should be very minimal.NO HOMEWORK SHOULD EVER
TAKE MORE THAN 30 MINUTES PER NIGHT!!! IF IT DOES STOP
THEM!!! (some projects will be assigned over multiple nights. If your child
waits until the last night the 30 minute rule does not apply :-) )
What if my child hates to read?
Any reading is good reading. Try to find magazines and books
about subjects your child loves...then you read it too! Talking
about what you have read is a great way to spend quality time with
your middle schooler.
What if my child is struggling in science class?
Please don't wait to contact me. I want to know! E-mail me daily
if needed. We'll work together to help your child be successful.
What is the best way to contact Mrs. Estrada?
Email!!! I will happily respond to emails as soon as I see them.
Unless you tell me you prefer phone calls, email will be our best way
to keep in touch. I hesitate to call parents because I know many of you
are at work. I know an email can be read at your convenience. I also
try my best to respond to emails sent after hours when I am at home.