Homework
(as stated in the LISD Elementary Student Handbook)
When a teacher assigns homework, it is to help students prepare for the next day’s lessons and to build good study habits. Students are encouraged to always complete homework assignments to the very best of their ability.
Purpose of Homework
• To improve achievement
• To nurture the development of good study habits
• To familiarize parents with their child(ren)’s work and give parents a chance for involvement
• To provide more time for in-class instruction
Guidelines Teachers Follow in Assigning Homework
• Students should have prior instruction.
• Homework should be promptly evaluated and returned to the student.
• Homework should be directly related to classroom instruction.
• Teachers should consider the availability of resources at home before assigning homework.
• Assignments should take no more than the “suggested time frame” to complete.
What Students Are Expected To Do
• Promptly inform parents of the homework assignment.
• Make an effort to understand the assignment.
• Make a consistent effort to complete the assignment.
• Take responsibility for turning in the assignment.
What Parents Can Do To Help
• Provide structure in the home, including time, place, and proper environment for completing homework.
• Should your child not have a specific assignment,
1) Encourage your child to read silently or orally for the “suggested time frame,” or
2) Read to your child, or
3) Talk to your child about the day’s activities.
Suggested Time Frames—4 nights a week (Monday-Thursday):
• Grades K – 1: 10-15 minutes each day
• Grades 2 – 3: 15-30 minutes each day
• Grades 4 – 5: 30-60 minutes each day
This time could be spent having students read from their library books, practice math facts, practice spelling words, work on projects, or complete assignments from the school day. Also, this time is an average; some nights might require more time, other nights less time.
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