Homework Policy
- The amount of homework depends upon the grade and the individual teacher.
- Homework is usually assigned on an “as needed” basis.
- Homework may include special topic assignments and class projects.
- Students who do not finish their work in class may be expected to complete it at home.
- In Kindergarten and Cycle 1 parents are encouraged to read to or listen to their children read everyday.
- Children who don’t have any assigned homework are encouraged to spend the equivalent time reading or doing practical math activities.
- Approximate homework time per cycle:
- Cycle 1 = 30 minutes per day
- Cycle 2 = 45 minutes per day
- Cycle 3 = 60 minutes per day
Parents should verify that homework is done each night. The parent's task in homework should diminish to a supervisory role as the child gets older. However, at Cycle 1, the parents are expected to sit down and work with the child. The golden rule for homework is that it should never be the last thing the child does before going to bed! Ensure that there is time for a family activity after homework, therefore, your child has an incentive to finish. Also, please ensure that homework time is without interruption!
