Weekly Activities

Schofield School Homework Statement

At Schofield, we believe that homework is an important part of the school experience. For this reason teachers across the K-5 span have collaborated to clarify their homework expectations and to craft this statement for students and families. 5th graders should spend about 50 minutes on homework per night.

Teachers at Schofield aim to provide homework that is purposeful and balanced to allow for appropriate play, enrichment, and down time for our students. This could take the form of practicing a skill or procedure, or reviewing information learned from the day's lessons.  Homework also supports the practice and development of "Habits of the mind," such as persisting, thinking flexibly, questioning/problem solving, and applying past knowledge. Moreover, Schofield teachers believe that homework should support all students in being and feeling successful.  Homework is not about feeling frustrated by learning a difficult new concept in isolation.  All students should be successful with the homework assigned for the evening.