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Pencil Grasp

November 29, 2021 by Parent Academy

Please review a few ways to support your child's grasp when writing. These are a few of the strategies used to help students. doc09675320211123140012 … [Read more...] about Pencil Grasp

How was your day? This question often leaves parents and caretakers frustrated with the one word response or the lack of detail provided to them from their child. Here are a few suggestions that will encourage your child to engage in a conversation about their day.

Ask specific questions, specific to their day. What activities did you do in Mr. Foster's class today? Did you learn about instruments with Mr. Sheridan or are you learning a song? Tell me about the (song/instrument). What did you do today that made someone smile? Did you enjoy math or writing more today? … [Read more...]

EQUITY RESOURCES

April 1, 2021 by Parent Academy

As an educational institution, we have the responsibility to provide students with lessons and activities that address current topics while modeling and instilling the traits of character education. Teaching students the importance of respect, inclusion, and kindness have always been a part of our school culture. Age appropriate lessons about the impact and horrors of racism are also part of our curriculum. The Rutherford Public School Equity Committee's mission is to provide a platform and organization that will work with students, staff, and the community in order to ensure best practices … [Read more...] about EQUITY RESOURCES

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