A-11 Homework Policy

This letter explains the homework policy for my classroom. Please read the policy with your child so that you understand the expectations of students and parents with regard to homework. Following these guidelines can help decrease tension associated with homework and increase your child’s learning.

For your child to be successful with homework, s/he needs:

A place to do homework. If possible, your child should do his/her homework in the same place (an uncluttered, quiet space to study)

A schedule for completing homework. Set a homework schedule that fits in with each week’s particular activities. (Afterschool sports, rosaries…)

Encouragement, motivation and prompting. It is not a good idea to sit with your child and do homework with him/her. Your child needs to practice independently and to apply what s/he has learned in class. I do encourage you to review the finished assignment or extend help when he/she looks frustrated or is stuck.
If your child consistently cannot complete homework assignments alone, please contact me.

Understanding of the knowledge. When your child is practicing a skill, ask which steps s/he finds difficult and easy and how he plans to improve speed and accuracy with the skill. If your child is working on a project, ask what knowledge he is using to complete the work.
If your child consistently cannot answer these questions, please contact me.

Reading Partnership. Home reading is not only done to encourage the students to get into a habit of reading, but it is also about developing comprehension. Reading should be done each night for 15-30 minutes. I know that your time is limited, but asking about a book is a wonderful way to help your child build their recall abilities. It is not only important that your child develops reading abilities, but it is equally important that they develop understanding and comprehension.

Grading. I will grade each homework assignment for content and timeliness. If your child turns in an assignment late, the score for timeliness will reflect the lateness.

Please return this policy with the appropriate signatures, acknowledging that you have read and discussed the policy with your child. If you have any questions about homework expectations, please contact me.

Parent's/ Guardian's Signature
Student's Signature