Homework goes home on Monday and is due on Friday. Each student receives homework that is individualized to meet their learning needs.
Assignments often include:
A reading fluency story
A story with comprehension questions
Other activities tailored to your child’s goals
We encourage students to read every night. They are welcome to borrow books from our classroom library to take home anytime!
We have several online learning programs your child can use to practice skills at home. They’ll need their Chromebook for these activities.
📌 If your child does not currently bring their Chromebook home but you would like them to, please let me know.
Student logs in to their Chromebook.
Click the blue lock on the bottom menu bar to authenticate.
Click the green Student Backpack on the bottom menu bar and log in.
On the left menu, click the apple icon labeled Education Apps.
Amira – A reading program that listens to your child read and creates activities based on their needs. (Grades K–2 use ED-HMH, Grades 3–5 use Amira)
IXL – Practice reading and math skills. Students can continue skills they’ve started in Recent Skills or pick new ones from Recommendations.
Explore Learning – Great for practicing math facts in a fun, interactive way.
📍 Set up a good workspace – Quiet, well-lit, and free from distractions.
⏰ Create a routine – Pick a regular homework time each day. Avoid leaving assignments until bedtime. Use weekends for big projects.
📝 Be prepared – Have paper, pencils, and other supplies ready. Ask ahead if special materials will be needed.
💬 Talk about school – Show your child you value learning. Your attitude toward homework becomes theirs.
📚 Model learning – If they’re reading, you read too. If they’re doing math, balance the checkbook or plan a recipe.
👐 Guide, don’t give answers – Encourage them to think and solve problems on their own.
🤝 Team up with the teacher – Follow homework instructions and communicate regularly.
🎯 Tackle hard stuff first – Save easier work for later when they’re getting tired.
⏳ Take short breaks – If they’re frustrated, step away for a few minutes.
🎉 Celebrate progress – Recognize effort and success with small rewards like a game night, park trip, or pizza night.