Homework is written daily on the board. Students are expected to write
their assignments in their planner each day. Assignments, unless otherwise
stated, are due the next day. Incomplete homework does not just "go away."
It should be completed and turned in the following day. Missing homework
assignments will be listed on that week's Friday Letter.
Homework is practice at home that helps to reinforce skills and concepts
learned in the classroom. Students will typically have homework Monday
through Thursday, with the exception of long term projects which may need to
be completed during the weekends depending upon the student's time management
and schedule. These projects will be given with ample time to be completed.
Students in 5th grade may expect to spend 60 to 90 minutes per night,
including the 20 minutes of independent reading. Research shows the single
most valuable activity for developing children's reading comprehension is
reading itself. Parents should recognize that the amount of time spent on
homework reflects the child's ability and work/study habits. On the report
card, homework counts for a maximum of 25% of the student's academic grades
and a majority of the effort/work habits sections.
Please assist us in the following ways:
*SUPPORT the concept that homework is important, providing a distraction-free
study area and the supplies needed to complete assignments;
*ENCOURAGE your child to complete the work but NOT DO IT FOR HIM/HER; and,
*LET ME KNOW if your child experiences difficulties with the work.
*TOGETHER we can develop those all important time management skills we all
need to be successful!
Homework assignments could include any or all of the following:
*Finishing work assigned during the regular school day
*Tasks which reinforce skills previously taught
*Long-term assignments such as book reports, research projects, and
collaborative projects
*Weekly assignments such as spelling, vocabulary study, and math facts
