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Homework Guidelines for Parents
Make it clear that you think homework is important.
Provide a quiet, well-lighted location conducive to study.
Students are successful when a daily routine is established and consistently followed.
Provide resource materials, such as magazines, newspapers, dictionaries, reference books, and working tools such as paper, pencils, and if needed a computer
Do not do your child’s homework, but be available to informally go over directions and check the work.
Ask your child to explain the homework to you.
Praise your child’s efforts.
Inform the teacher if difficulties are experienced during the completion of assigned homework as further instruction may be warranted.
Notify the teacher if your child frequently spends more time than the average for his/her grade as indicated by the Homework Time Chart.
Notify the teacher when family emergencies, such as a serious illness or death prevent completion of homework assignments.
Homework Information
Homework is not assigned with the idea of keeping a student busy. We believe that there is a time for school, a time for play, and a time for family living. Students who put in a good solid day of work at school should not be burdened with a large amount of homework. If a student has a lot of homework it could be the result of not using class time wisely. Homework assignments are for the purpose of reinforcing skill development, helping to develop independent study habits, and fostering a lifelong love of reading. In the upper grades, homework might be assigned on the Chromebook through Google Classroom.
Homework is part of the District's instructional program and has the overarching goal of increasing student achievement. Homework is assigned to further a student's educational development and is an application or adaptation of a classroom experience. (6:290)
The Superintendent shall provide guidance to ensure that homework:
Is used to reinforce and apply previously covered concepts, principles, and skills;
Is not assigned for disciplinary purposes;
Serves as a communication link between the school and parents/guardians;
Encourages independent thought, self-direction, and self-discipline; and
Is of appropriate frequency and length, and does not become excessive, according to the teacher's best professional judgment.
Work Completion
During the course of a school day students are given time to independently practice a lesson that has been taught. Students have adequate opportunity to ask questions and clarify misunderstandings about assignments. If the student doesn’t complete the practice work, it is assigned as homework to be finished at home and returned the next day.
Long Range Projects
These assignments require research, additional books and/or materials and are designed to extend and deepen understanding of concepts presented in class. These assignments also help students to learn how to budget time, and to work on a long range project step by step. These study skills are crucial in middle school and beyond. Some class time is given for work time and for teacher support when a student has a long range project assignment.
Studying for Tests
Tests or assessments are one way to measure student mastery of concepts. Tests are announced in advance and students should review vocabulary and concepts prior to the testing.
Independent Reading
Research has shown that students who read independently for 20-30 minutes each day are successful students and become lifelong readers. We encourage students to spend time outside of school reading each day because we know how beneficial it is for them academically.
Average Homework Times
The average amount of homework is listed below. Homework may be given 3-5 nights per week. Modifications may be made for students with special needs
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