At OPS, homework supports learning and reinforces skills taught in the classroom. Students will be assigned approximately 30 minutes of homework, Monday through Thursday, along with daily reading.

Homework in our classroom typically looks like the following:

Math:  Math page(s) following lessons 

Language Arts: 30 minutes of reading; reading is encouraged over the weekend

Field Trips

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Parent visitations

• Students proudly showcase what they are learning in 3rd grade. Parents engage hands-on with his/her child. This is a wonderful opportunity to see their hard work, creativity, and growth firsthand. 

Arcademics Cup

• Students participate in a global competition to showcase their mastery of multiplication facts during an exciting and engaging event.

Support Literacy and Math:

• Read together daily, practice sight words, and encourage discussion about the book by asking questions.  

• Use fun math games and everyday tasks like counting or measuring to build number sense. Math websites can be found on the Student Resources page.  

Encourage Independence and Routines

• Establish consistent routines for homework.

• Assign simple chores to build responsibility and confidence.  

• Have your child set up their own small, quiet study place. 

• Please have your child check their recording sheet and folder for assignments and homework and put it back into their backpack when work is completed.

Foster Emotional Growth:  

• Discuss emotions, practice problem-solving, and celebrate effort over results. 

• Encourage creativity through play, arts, and crafts.  

• Help your child understand that the quality of their work matters just as much as their persistence and grit.

Stay Involved with School:

• Communicate with teachers, review homework, and attend school events.