Homework

Homework refers to tasks that the pupils is assigned to do on his/her own time after school hours.  Homework assignments serve as a means of providing a bond of collective effort between parents, guardians, child, and teacher.  For homework to be effective, each participant-teacher, pupil, and parent/guardian--must understand and be committed to carrying out his/her responsibility.  If any of the three (parent/guardian, teacher, student) do not fulfill their responsibilities, then the positive effects of homework will be reduced and may cause a negative impact on the student's learning.

Homework Responsibilities of Teacher

  Communicate to pupils and parents/guardian homework goals and ex pectations. Set clear and concise expectations concerning assigning, returning, and evaluating homework. Coordinate homework assignments with other teachers with whom students work, and who may assign homework. Assign appropriate homework ac cording to students' needs.

Homework Responsibilities of Pupil

 Know and understand the purpose of the homework assignment. Be responsible

for copying assignments into assignment workbook if utilized, understanding directions, and knowing what is required for completion of the assignment. Be responsible for completing and returning assignments. Understand when some assignments are to be completed independently, others as a team effort. Complete assignments neatly and do quality work.

Homework Responsibilities of Parent/Guardian

  Maintain a positive attitude towards learning and the value of homework. Be aware of the homework policy and individual teacher requirements. Help your child find a study area that is quiet and relatively free of distractions. Be patient with your child and praise him/her for any effort made. If the child has trouble understanding the directions, help her/him with explanations.  Do not do homework for the child. Look over the assignment to affirm completion and quality.  Praise your child. Support the teacher and the child.  Get both sides of a story before making a judgment.