Homework Policy

Homework provides a means of extending students' classroom experiences.  It should be assigned to all students on a regular basis.

Homework assignments should relate meaningfully to classroom learning and should be designed to fulfill one or more of the following purposes:

• Strengthen basic skills and give extra practice on work that has been introduced in class
• Extend and enhance school-learned knowledge and skills
• Reinforce study habits
• Develop initiative, responsibility, and self-direction
• Stimulate independent thinking
• Increase the range and scope of student interests
• Foster worthwhile use of leisure time