Homework Policy
THE PURPOSE OF HOMEWORK:
Homework is one of the many learning activities in which students engage; its purpose should be to:
1. Extend learning and /or provide practice in applying concepts initially presented in
the classroom
2. Provide opportunities for independent and guided work (depending on grade level and
task)
3. Strengthen concept and skill development
4. Develop initiative, responsibility, self-direction and organizational skills
GUIDELINES:
1. No assignment will be given that has not been clearly explained in the classroom.
2. Pupils will fully understand when the assignment is due.
3. Homework will grow from classroom tasks and projects or will focus on skill/strategy reinforcement.
4. Homework will be checked for its quality and completion. Homework completion
will be reflected under the learning skills section of the report card. Specific homework
assignments designated by the teacher as assessment will be included in the academic grade.
5. Assignments will be coordinated among grade or subject level teacher to keep within
the basic time allotments.
6. Teachers will communicate to parents about missing or incomplete assignments
as needed.
7. Homework given on the weekend will be at the discretion of the teacher(s) and the
needs of the students.
TIME ALLOTMENTS:
The time allotted to homework will increase gradually from grade to grade. The following is a list of approximately daily time allotments (may vary according to day and/or assignment).
Guidelines:
Grades K- 2 = 10 – 30 minutes
Grades 3 – 4 = 30 – 40 minutes
Grades 5 – 6 = 45 – 60 minutes
Grades 7 – 8 = 60 – 90 minutes
- Guidelines do not include basic math facts practice or independent reading.
- These times are approximate. Individual student’s pace may need to taken
into consideration. We request that problems/concerns be communicated
to the teacher.
- Class work, not completed within the allotted time, may be assigned as
homework, thereby, exceeding the recommended daily time allotted to
homework.
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. It is the student’s responsibility to be aware of assignments and to seek further
explanation if needed.
2. The student will organize his/her time to work on assignments.
3. The student will turn assignments in on time.
4. The student’s work will reflect high standards regarding quality and completeness.
5. Students in grades 3-8 will be responsible for recording daily assignments in their
required assignment book.
PARENT RESPONSIBILITIES:
While the pupil should assume the major responsibility for completing homework assignments,
parents are encouraged to take an active interest in the pupil’s homework by doing the
following:
1. Provide a study area that is quiet, comfortable and free of major disturbances.
2. Provide a definite time for study or other home activities.
3. Make available, if possible, such resource materials as reference books, magazines,
newspaper, dictionary and/or public library.
4. Assist pupils with mastery of specific skills (i.e. math facts).
5. Monitor your child’s daily and/or weekly assignment sheets/books and long range
assignments.
6. Arrange with the teacher to secure assignments during a period of excused absence
(i.e .illnesses or family emergencies). Homework will not be given ahead of time or
vacations, family outings, or any unexcused absences.
7. Contact the teacher for missing assignments during unexcused absences (i.e. extended
vacations).
8. Encourage your child to complete homework on his or her own as much as
possible and assist only as needed.
