About the Teacher

My name is Mrs. Dickson. I have been teaching for nine years. I currently hold a bachelor's degree in health science, a multi-subject teaching credential, and a master's degree in reading and math curriculum. I am married and have three wonderful children. I look forward to working with your child each and every day.

Class Expectations

1. Listen carefully (monitor your talking and voice level; listen first)
2. Stay focused (pay attention; avoid disruptive behaviors; stay on task; use time wisely)
3. Stay organized (neat desk area and backpack; file papers in your notebook)
4. Follow the school rules (be on time; follow adult directions; read your handbook)
5. Be respectful (be polite; be courteous; be a helper when needed; ask before telling)

Reading, Math, Social Studies, and Science

Mrs Minchew is going to take you places in the Reading curriculum, while Mr. Bell dazzles you in the Math curriculum with your number sense. Mrs. Smith will take you from the past to the present to examine your history facts, and last but not least Mr. McCarthy will entertain you this year with the Science curriculum.

Language

This year you will have the right to WRITE all the time with me. This includes grammar, genre (style), and format. I hope you are looking forward to story writing; you can plan on entering story contests to practice for this year's Young Georgia Author story competition.

Grading Policy

1. For an absence, students have three days to complete missing work.
2. In class graded work must be turned in on time; exceptions only occur with written or verbal contact from a parent.
3. It is the responsibility of the student to turn work in on time to the designated file box.

Scheduling a Conference

Conferences are available Monday through Friday at 8am or Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, or Friday at 2:45 pm. Please call the school at (912) 287-2362 or email me (jdickson@ware.k12.ga.us) to schedule a meeting if you have questions or concerns  about your child's progress.