Family Information

Homework Philosphy:

Homework can provide opportunities for peer and adult involvement, but should also be work that a child can successfully complete on their own.

Homework is one of many ways to develop & support time management skills and responsibility

Homework is differentiated based on age and academic needs.  Homework should increase gradually in the amount of time required as a student progresses through the grades.  Guidelines suggest no more than 10 min increase per grade level starting at 1st grade. (ie: 1st grade 10 min, 2nd grade 20 min, etc)

Homework can be in a variety of formats and provide a variety of choices.  (ie: games, choice charts, online resources). It should be linked to learning or skills that are being taught in the classroom.

Most importantly, homework is encouraged, but never required. Incomplete homework will not negatively impact a student’s report card grades.