Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if a student forgets to do or forgets to bring in their homework?
Because homework is given to review concepts taught at school or sometimesassignments are given so that students will be prepared for an upcomingdiscussion, it is very important that homework be completed by the due dategiven. If homework is not completed by the due date, students will be giventhe time during recess to work on the assignment.Back to Top
Because homework is given to review concepts taught at school or sometimesassignments are given so that students will be prepared for an upcomingdiscussion, it is very important that homework be completed by the due dategiven. If homework is not completed by the due date, students will be giventhe time during recess to work on the assignment.
How much time should my child be spending on homework each night?
On average, students should be spending about one hour on homework each night,Monday through Thursday. In addition to nightly homework, they should also bereading for 1/2 hour and recording it in their reading logs.Back to Top
On average, students should be spending about one hour on homework each night,Monday through Thursday. In addition to nightly homework, they should also bereading for 1/2 hour and recording it in their reading logs.
How much help should my child need to complete their homework?
Because the homework is primarily a review of what was covered in class,homework should be able to be completed fairly independently. At times,students will be asked to read and discuss something with a parent.Back to Top
Because the homework is primarily a review of what was covered in class,homework should be able to be completed fairly independently. At times,students will be asked to read and discuss something with a parent.
How can I help my child if they have organizational difficulties?
Checklists are great organizational tools. If your child needs help packingall the necessary materials to be ready for school, create a checklist andteach them how to use it. Model the entire process and practice it togetherfor a period of time. The idea is to encourage responsibility andindependence. Packing their belongings at night is a much better idea thantrying to rush in the morning.Back to Top
Checklists are great organizational tools. If your child needs help packingall the necessary materials to be ready for school, create a checklist andteach them how to use it. Model the entire process and practice it togetherfor a period of time. The idea is to encourage responsibility andindependence. Packing their belongings at night is a much better idea thantrying to rush in the morning.
Can work be sent home to complete during a family vacation?
School policy states that if a child is absent due to a vacation taken duringschool time, work will be completed upon the student's return. This is due tothe fact that teachers give homework based on what has been taught that day. Please encourage your child to read and keep a journal while on vacation.Back to Top
School policy states that if a child is absent due to a vacation taken duringschool time, work will be completed upon the student's return. This is due tothe fact that teachers give homework based on what has been taught that day. Please encourage your child to read and keep a journal while on vacation.