Homework

The purpose of homework is two fold: to practice new knowledge or new skills and enrich students’ understanding of a topic and apply it in new ways. Homework is directly connected to what students are learning in class and builds on skills or knowledge that a student already has. There is no such thing as no homework. Expect to spend anywhere from 10 to 15 minutes (Junior High) or 20 to 30+ minutes (High School) on math and/or science homework every night Monday to Thursday.

Homework will...

- be connected to what students are learning in class.

- be within a student's ability to complete on their own. 

- be mindful of students' access to help and other resources at home.

- homework is another way for teachers to see if students have understood a new idea or skill.

Homework will include but is not limited to:

- practice basic literacy and math skills

- practicing learned skills (e.g., factoring)

- reading to prepare for upcoming  activities or classroom discussions

- practicing a presentation

- applying a  variety of skills to a longer-term project

- researching a topic being  studied in class

- write personal reflections in a journal

- preparing for a test or exam

What can you do as a family:

- provide encouragement

- help your child develop study skills at home (getting organized, breaking tasks into smaller parts)

- set up a space for homework