Wednesday's Word
October 6, 2021
Dear Parents,
Positive and effective communication between home and school is a critical component of supporting children’s growth. Learning does not just take place at school, children are constantly exploring new things from the time they wake up in the morning to the time they go to bed at night. As parents, you are your child’s first teacher. You know your children better than anyone else and you have the opportunity to see them as they interact with friends, siblings and a wide variety of daily life activities. You know their passions and interests, hopes and dreams and their fears and worries.
Teachers know your children in a different capacity. Teachers have the opportunity to observe children as they interact with peers in a classroom environment. They carefully monitor how children respond to learning new concepts and acquiring new skills. Teachers also have insight into children’s learning styles and work habits.
When combined, the different perspectives parents and teachers bring to the table lead to a richer and more complete understanding of how children are developing academically, as well as socially and emotionally. The stronger the partnership, the more effectively we can work together to support children’s success both inside and outside of school.
Fall parent conferences offer a formal opportunity for parents and teachers to meet to discuss individual student’s progress. However, this is only one way to communicate and share information. If you ever have a question or concern about your child’s learning, please reach out to us with a phone call or an email. Norfolk public school staff are committed to responding to parents in a timely manner and will return messages within 24 hours during the school week. Staff are not available to respond to emails and calls over the weekend, as that is important time for them to spend with their families and prepare for the week ahead.
Most questions can be addressed directly by your child’s classroom teacher. However, we recognize that you may also have questions about other topics such as food service, transportation, budget or policy. In order to assist you in identifying the appropriate party to support you in getting information or solving a problem, please see the attached communication tree.
Wishing everyone a wonderful long-weekend ahead!
Sincerely,
Ingrid Allardi
Parent Communication Tree
What to Do If Your Child is Sick
Flowchart- What To Do If Your Child Is Sick
We recognize that it is challenging to make sense of the many different requirements and exemptions for Covid 19 testing and quarantine. In order to help simplify the guidance, we have created a flowchart for your reference, should your child become sick.
Please click on the chart photo for more information.
Covid Case Notifications/ District Dashboard
Reminder: NO SCHOOL 10/11 and 10/12
Monday, October 11th - Holiday
Tuesday, October 12th - Professional Development Day
Grade 4 AIMM - Making Fall Pillows!
Grade 6 Fraction Training Camp!
Grade 5 - Mrs. Tully's students explore instruments in Mrs. Musial's music class!
6th grade Music!
Ms. Terry's class play
the percussions.
Preschoolers at Work!
Grade 4
SAVING FRED!!!
6th Grade
Earth Explorers!
Norfolk Public Schools
Email: allardi@norfolk.k12.ma.us
Website: norfolk.k12.ma.us
Location: 70 Boardman Street, Norfolk, MA, USA
Phone: (508) 528-1225