Homework in Our Class
Math:
Students will have a short math paper to do each day at home (each day except Fridays). Some of these are "family pages," which come at the beginning of each new topic, about once a week. These have activities or discussions for you to complete with your child, or you can show them ways that you solve problems like these. Really any discussion you have about these math topics is beneficial and will count for credit! Please sign or initial these. Other homework can be returned with the student's name and number on it.
Reading:
The other homework is to read for at least 15 minutes and write a very brief (1 or 2 sentences) summary of what was read. This is done in the student planner, which should come home each night. The intent of homework is to build responsibility in preparation for middle school, and to practice content that was learned in school.
Spelling / Vocabulary:
Each week, we will have a list of words that students will be working with and practicing in class. This will help with their understanding of word structure and spelling conventions, and will also expand their vocabulary. Practice at home is optional. Quizzes on Fridays will be given either with "hints" or "no hints" depending on the students' preference and ability levels so that everyone has a good chance at success.
If students ever struggle beyond 15 minutes on their math homework, you can choose to have them stop. You can write me a little note on the homework paper. I will count the assignment as complete and re-teach or adjust their assignment. Also, if assignments are not challenging enough, I may have alternate assignments for some students at times. Homework is a small part of the overall grades, scored separately on the report card under the "Lifelong Learning" section. There are no punishments for missing homework, just a few small reinforcers for those who remember.