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HOMEWORK

Why do they have homework anyway?

The purpose of homework is to help your child become a self-directed, independent learner. Homework reinforces academic skills, develops self-discipline, and teaches responsibility and the wise use of time. Your support and communication regarding homework is very important for your child’s academic development. If you feel there is a problem with the amount or type of homework assigned, please discuss it with me.

WAYS TO HELP YOUR CHILD WITH HOMEWORK

1.    Let your child know that homework is important and valuable.

2.  Set a regular time each day for homework, allowing time to unwind after school before getting started.

3.  Be sure your child has essentials, such as papers, books, school notebooks, and pencils.

4.  Help your child become better organized by providing folders for papers and a calendar and/or assignment book.

5.  Have a quiet, clean, and well-lit place to study, with a comfortable chair.  Keep all schoolwork there.

6.  Discourage distractions, including TV, during study time.  Allow study breaks at intervals.

7.  Be available to answer questions or help quiz your child, but keep homework as his or her responsibility to complete.

8.  Spot check homework when it's completed, but don't correct assignments unless the teacher has asked you to.

9.  Read any comments the teacher has made on returned assignments.

If a homework problem arises, contact the teacher for clarification.

Help Create a Study Space

Every child needs a special place to study. Parents should help young children find a good spot. Older children can choose their own, as long as it is:

bulletQuiet. Let your child hang a "Do not disturb" sign. This means no TV, phone calls or other interruptions. Soft, non-distracting music is okay.
bulletWell lit. Ask your child how she studies best. Near a window? Under a bright light? Next to a soft lamp?
bulletComfortable. Some children like studying at a table, while others sprawl out on the floor. See what works best for your child.
bulletNeat. It's hard to study in a messy environment. Shelves, files and desk organizers make a big difference.
bulletAttractive. Decorations, such as plants and maps, can make a study area more pleasant.
bulletAvailable. It's helpful for kids to work in the same place every day. Once they get used to their spot, they concentrate better there.
bulletStocked. Make sure your child has necessary supplies. For example, have plenty of pencils, pens, index cards, highlighters and erasers as well as a calculator, ruler, pencil sharpener, dictionary, thesaurus, and calendar.