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Homework Policy
Rationale
Homework is very important because
it builds responsibility and reinforces the concepts that are taught in
class. Homework is not new learning but practice of already introduced
skills. Homework is not designed for the child to do completely on
their own. They will need an adult's supervision and in many cases
participation to complete their assignments. The more that you participate
in your child's education the more he or she will get out of their education.
So have fun spending time together and learning together.
Expectations
The district states: “In first
grade, each child will have homework each day, at least Monday through
Thursday. Homework will be approximately 10 to 20 minutes per evening,
or 50 to 100 minutes a week". These minutes are based on the time estimated
for an average child working at an average pace. Your child may spend
more or less time. In addition to the 20 minutes per evening, I also
expect for you and your child to read nightly. Research and my own
personal experience have taught me that children who like to read are the
children who are read to on a regular basis.
Note: A parent or an adult
at home must sign the weekly homework packet!
When is homework assigned?
Homework will come home every
Monday in the S.T.A.R. Binder and returned completed and signed on Friday
mornings in the S.T.A.R. Binder. Every week there will be a detailed
cover sheet explaining the homework for that week.
What if your child is absent?
If your child cannot come to school
then they are not well enough to do their homework either. Let them
rest! They will get the number of days they were out to make up the
assignments. If they are going to be out for an extended period of
time please contact me immediately so that we can make the proper arrangements.
How can I help my child
with their homework?
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Have a quiet and comfortable place
for them to sit down and do their work without distractions.
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Set a routine. Do homework
the same time every night. For example at 4:00 or any other agreed
upon time.
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Participate and support your child
but do not do their homework for them!
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Read the directions to them, and
then restate the directions in your own words.
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Give examples not found in the
assignments.
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Have resources available like
a dictionary, pencils, paper, etc.
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