FAQ

Below are answers to frequently asked questions.

**1) What supplies do I need to bring to class?**


 * Bring your binder, reader's notebook, independent reading book, agenda book, and writing utensil on a daily basis.


 * Other items may need to be brought in depending on homework/class assignments.

**2) What do I do when I am absent?**
 * When you are absent, you are responsible for making up the work (homework and classwork) you missed. You should definitely check this website from home to see if there are any assignments you can complete without being in class. When you return to school, please check the absent bin in the classroom AND follow-up with me regarding assignments. Often times you will need to meet with me before or after school for this information as using class time for this purpose is not appropriate.


 * If you are absent for 2 or more days, I highly encourage your parents to call the guidance office and request work to be sent home for you. There is nothing worse then falling behind in your classes...it's overwhelming!

**3) What do I do if I need help on an assignment?**
 * If you need help with an assignment, please speak up as soon as possible. I can't read your mind. We can then schedule an appointment for before or after school.


 * Also perhaps speaking to your parents/guardians and/or a classmate could add clarity to the assignment.

**4) When is Mrs.Arminio available for extra help?**
 * I am available //any// morning before school (from 7:40-8:05).
 * I am available after school on //some// Mondays, //some// Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays (from 2:45-3:10). I am //NOT// available on Tuesdays.

**5) How can I contact Mrs. Arminio?**
 * After school hours, you may contact me via email at marminio@spfk12.org. I do my best to respond to all emails within a 24 hour time frame.


 * 6) What do I do if my printer breaks when an assignment is due? **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">**Option 1:** This option is preferred. You may email your assignment to me as an //attachment//. All due dates apply, and I will acknowledge receipt of your email. Keep in mind that technology doesn't always work correctly.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">**Option 2:** You may want to do this in addition to option 1 above. Bring your piece in on a flashdrive and print it immediately upon entering class. All due dates apply.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">**Option 3:** The public libraries, your friends, neighbors, or other family members may have a working printer. All due dates apply.


 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">7) What can I do to be successful in Language Arts? **
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Stay organized.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Work hard...effort counts.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Complete all your homework.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Do not fall behind on assignments.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">See me for extra help if you are having any difficulties or have question s.