Curriculum

All public schools in this state are responsible for teaching grade level standards (objectives) as outlined in the North Carolina Standard Course of Study for Language Arts (includes reading), Math, Science, Social Studies, Health, PE, Music, Art, Media, and Technology. You will receive a brochure entitled Curriculum Connections at the beginning of the year that gives all standards for your child’s grade level.

Field trips are established in alignment with the curriculum to enhance the learning experiences of our students. These are planned as an extension to your child’s curriculum, Please realize that we cannot refund field trip money since the expenses are paid ahead of time.

A variety of cultural enrichment activities, funded mainly by the PTA, are provided throughout the year so students can experience and appreciate the art, music, heritage and celebrations of cultures different from their own. Fox Road students represent many cultures that make up our American society, and we celebrate these with our annual International Festival in November.

EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN'S SERVICES

Federal and State laws provide full-time and part-time programs for students with special needs. At Fox Road, dedicated specialists serve these children according to an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Please contact the office for information about these and other services.

GUIDANCE

Wake County schools have a guidance curriculum for elementary children. Sarah Barbour and Bill Lewis, our Fox Road school counselors, are available to offer support, encouragement, and counseling to students and their families. Ms. Barbour and Mr. Lewis also provide workshops and classroom sessions on topics of interest or need for students and parents.

HOMEWORK POLICY

The purpose of homework is to enrich, practice, reinforce, and extend the curriculum. It is also intended to teach responsibility and good study habits. Teachers will give homework only for skills that have been explained and practiced in class. Homework, other than special projects or studying for exams, will not typically be given on weekends. Provisions will be made, upon student request, for students who do not have necessary materials in the home.
Specific time ranges represent expectations of students with average ability and study habits:

Students must use their agendas, provided by the PTA, to record assignments and other pertinent information.
Teachers shall provide specific and timely feedback on homework. Since it is considered practice, it is reflected in the Work Habits grade on the student’s report card.

Parents can do their part to improve homework when they do the following: Cooperate with the teacher to make homework effective; Provide your child with suitable study conditions (desk or table, lights, books, and supplies); Reserve a time for homework and turn off the television; Encourage your child but avoid undue pressure; Show interest in what your child is doing but do not do the work for her/him; Understand that the school expects homework to be completed and returned on time. Be sure to consult the teacher with any concerns regarding homework.