Homework
Homework time is a chance for you to support good study habits that will help your child now and in the future. Homework is usually due the following day unless otherwise indicated. Homework is expected to be done neatly and thoroughly. Any unfinished homework will be completed during recess time, if necessary.
If you have a family emergency which prevents the completion of the homework, please call or send a note. I realize that some things are beyond our control (like an unexpected trip to Urgent Care!) and your child can receive more time to complete assignments on those occasions.
These homework guidelines are helpful:
If you have difficulty helping your child with his/her homework, please let me know. I can give helpful hints on various approaches. Also, the terminology of some things has changed since you and I were in school. Let me know if you have questions on any vocabulary, etc. If you don't understand an assignment or its purpose, please ask. I will be happy to explain or direct you to the teacher who can.
Homework time is a chance for you to support good study habits that will help your child now and in the future. Homework is usually due the following day unless otherwise indicated. Homework is expected to be done neatly and thoroughly. Any unfinished homework will be completed during recess time, if necessary.
If you have a family emergency which prevents the completion of the homework, please call or send a note. I realize that some things are beyond our control (like an unexpected trip to Urgent Care!) and your child can receive more time to complete assignments on those occasions.
These homework guidelines are helpful:
- Check the Academic Planner for any work on the daily page that is not marked as finished. These are assignments your child is expected to complete at home.
- Be sure your child understands the directions. If not, feel free to help him/her reread the expectations and review any examples already done together in class.
- Let your child complete the work on his or her own, if possible. If your child is struggling, offer help only after he or she has made an attempt at the work. This is a great way to foster independence and perseverance.
- Check to ensure that the assignments are finished. Some parents choose to point out errors that can then be corrected, but your child should be able to finish most homework independently.
- Students are expected to read at home daily. Please let me know if your child needs assistance accessing appropriate reading materials.
- Sign the Academic Planner when all the work is completed. Please DO NOT sign the Notebook page if your child refuses to complete the homework. (And, if he/she gets upset with you over your refusal, just let me know! :-)
- Encourage your child to pack everything back into his/her AVID binder and/or backpack upon completing all assignments. Having the necessary materials and homework when and where your child needs them will lead to success!
If you have difficulty helping your child with his/her homework, please let me know. I can give helpful hints on various approaches. Also, the terminology of some things has changed since you and I were in school. Let me know if you have questions on any vocabulary, etc. If you don't understand an assignment or its purpose, please ask. I will be happy to explain or direct you to the teacher who can.