Homework Policy
Keithville Elementary School Homework Policy
Homework is defined as the time students spend outside the classroom completing assigned learning activities. Keithville Elementary Middle School teachers believe the purpose of homework should be to practice, reinforce, or apply acquired skills and knowledge, complete unfinished class work assignments, and develop independence. We also believe, as research supports, that moderate assignments completed and done well are more effective than lengthy or difficult ones poorly done.
Grades K-2 Homework Policy :
Math - No more than four times per week at 15 minutes per night
Reading, Spelling and Grammar - No more than four times per week at 15 minutes per night.
Each night we ask that you read to or read aloud with your child for an additional 15 minutes.
Students are asked to study spelling, sight words, vocabulary and material for tests. Study time is in addition to written work and is not included in the 30-minute maximum for homework each night as each child will require different amounts of time in order to be prepared.
Grades 3 - 5 Homework Policy: (No more than 30 minutes of homework nightly.)
Math - No more than four times per week at 15 minutes per night.
ELA/Writing/Science/Social Studies - No more than four nights per week at 15 minutes per night.
Students are asked to study spelling, sight words, vocabulary and material for tests. Study time is in addition to written work and is not included in the 30-minute maximum for homework each night as each child will require different amounts of time in order to be prepared.
Middle School: Homework Policy :
We believe that homework is an important component of the educational process. The effectiveness of homework depends on cooperation and support from the principal, teachers, parents and student.
Homework will count up to 10% of the student’s grade.
Steps to follow when returning from an absence:
1. The parent or guardian will write a statement providing student’s name, date of and reason for absence. Any medical excuse should be attached to the parent’s note. The statement and excuses must be presented to the homeroom teacher within two days after returning.
2. In the middle school, the student will present the excuse to the homeroom teacher or office. He/she will issue the student an “Admit Slip” for all other teachers to sign.
3. Teachers should be asked for make-up assignments. Assignments that are not made up will be reflected in a student’s grade.
It is the student’s responsibility to ask for make up assignments
Teacher Responsibilities:
All core teachers (Reading, ELA, Math, Science and Social Studies) will assign homework. This can be in the form of a daily assignment or a project with specific steps that can be given a certain amount of points as indicated on the project timeline. (Example: Science and Social Studies Fair Projects)
·Set clear standards and expectations for the quality of work based on the needs of students.
·Communicate homework guidelines to both parents and students.
·Review homework and provide timely feedback.
·Coordinate projects and assignments so that all students have access to research and resource materials.
·Design quality homework that is relevant to what is being taught.
·Allow for varied learning styles by including choices in types of assignments or length of assignments when possible.
·Allow students time to ask questions about the homework assignment prior to leaving class.
·Create an effective system to communicate homework assignments. (Ex: write on board, include in class newsletters, utilize Text 101 app, or place on teacher website)
·Credit will be given for all homework assignments as determined by the individual teacher and explained to both students and parents.
Student Responsibilities:
·Understand that homework is part of the course requirement and is not an option.
·Ask questions prior to leaving class to clarify homework assignments.
·Complete and submit all homework assignments by the date that it is due.
·Understand that a zero will be the result of homework not completed and turned in on time.
·Students will be given the same amount of time to make-up missed homework assignments as they are given for classwork assignments due to absence from school.
Parent/Guardian Responsibilities
·Provide a quiet, well-lit place for your child to complete his/her homework assignments.
·Remind students that the homework is their responsibility.
·Guide or assist in homework only when necessary, but never do the homework for your child.
·Communicate with the teacher any difficulties your child may have had in completing the assignment, or any special circumstances that prevented your child from completing a particular assignment.
Homework is defined as the time students spend outside the classroom completing assigned learning activities. Keithville Elementary Middle School teachers believe the purpose of homework should be to practice, reinforce, or apply acquired skills and knowledge, complete unfinished class work assignments, and develop independence. We also believe, as research supports, that moderate assignments completed and done well are more effective than lengthy or difficult ones poorly done.
Grades K-2 Homework Policy :
Math - No more than four times per week at 15 minutes per night
Reading, Spelling and Grammar - No more than four times per week at 15 minutes per night.
Each night we ask that you read to or read aloud with your child for an additional 15 minutes.
Students are asked to study spelling, sight words, vocabulary and material for tests. Study time is in addition to written work and is not included in the 30-minute maximum for homework each night as each child will require different amounts of time in order to be prepared.
Grades 3 - 5 Homework Policy: (No more than 30 minutes of homework nightly.)
Math - No more than four times per week at 15 minutes per night.
ELA/Writing/Science/Social Studies - No more than four nights per week at 15 minutes per night.
Students are asked to study spelling, sight words, vocabulary and material for tests. Study time is in addition to written work and is not included in the 30-minute maximum for homework each night as each child will require different amounts of time in order to be prepared.
Middle School: Homework Policy :
We believe that homework is an important component of the educational process. The effectiveness of homework depends on cooperation and support from the principal, teachers, parents and student.
Homework will count up to 10% of the student’s grade.
Steps to follow when returning from an absence:
1. The parent or guardian will write a statement providing student’s name, date of and reason for absence. Any medical excuse should be attached to the parent’s note. The statement and excuses must be presented to the homeroom teacher within two days after returning.
2. In the middle school, the student will present the excuse to the homeroom teacher or office. He/she will issue the student an “Admit Slip” for all other teachers to sign.
3. Teachers should be asked for make-up assignments. Assignments that are not made up will be reflected in a student’s grade.
It is the student’s responsibility to ask for make up assignments
Teacher Responsibilities:
All core teachers (Reading, ELA, Math, Science and Social Studies) will assign homework. This can be in the form of a daily assignment or a project with specific steps that can be given a certain amount of points as indicated on the project timeline. (Example: Science and Social Studies Fair Projects)
·Set clear standards and expectations for the quality of work based on the needs of students.
·Communicate homework guidelines to both parents and students.
·Review homework and provide timely feedback.
·Coordinate projects and assignments so that all students have access to research and resource materials.
·Design quality homework that is relevant to what is being taught.
·Allow for varied learning styles by including choices in types of assignments or length of assignments when possible.
·Allow students time to ask questions about the homework assignment prior to leaving class.
·Create an effective system to communicate homework assignments. (Ex: write on board, include in class newsletters, utilize Text 101 app, or place on teacher website)
·Credit will be given for all homework assignments as determined by the individual teacher and explained to both students and parents.
Student Responsibilities:
·Understand that homework is part of the course requirement and is not an option.
·Ask questions prior to leaving class to clarify homework assignments.
·Complete and submit all homework assignments by the date that it is due.
·Understand that a zero will be the result of homework not completed and turned in on time.
·Students will be given the same amount of time to make-up missed homework assignments as they are given for classwork assignments due to absence from school.
Parent/Guardian Responsibilities
·Provide a quiet, well-lit place for your child to complete his/her homework assignments.
·Remind students that the homework is their responsibility.
·Guide or assist in homework only when necessary, but never do the homework for your child.
·Communicate with the teacher any difficulties your child may have had in completing the assignment, or any special circumstances that prevented your child from completing a particular assignment.