This homework policy is designed to help all students achieve greater academic success while at Strawberry Point School. This homework policy was adopted by Mill Valley School District on May 6, 1996 and revised on August 22, 2001.

Homework Guidelines Teacher Responsibility Student Responsibility Parent Responsibility

Homework is assigned at Strawberry Point School on a regular basis and is considered a valuable part of the instructional program and is designed to extend and reinforce classroom learning, encourage personal responsibility and develop good study habits. Students, teachers and parents all have important roles to play in homework. Homework is most effective when all three do their part. At each grade level there is a consistency in homework frequency and quantity. If your child is consistently working on his/her homework, but exceeding the time guidelines, please contact the child's teacher. These are average times and may vary because of individual abilities and study habits and because of special projects. Daily reading may also be assigned for 15-30 minutes. Kindergarten - parent reading out loud to child 1st grade - 10-20 minutes daily 2nd grade - 20-30 minutes daily 3rd grade - 30-40 minutes daily 4th grade - 40-50 minutes daily 5th grade - 50-60 minutes daily Teacher Responsibility Give clear, concise directions Retrieve and/or model all assignments in class Provide legible handouts Assign work that meets the school's homework policy time guidelines and is grade level appropriate Reinforce previous (not new) learning Communicate with student and parent the positives and negatives about assignments Keep accurate records Give response to students and parents about assignments Provide opportunity for student and parent feedback Vary assignments and avoid busy work Be accepting of exceptional situations when homework can not be completed Student Responsibility Take home and return all assignments Make up missed or incomplete work when possible Complete assignments in an appropriate place and within the allotted time Be accurate and neat Ask for explanation or clarify if you need it Proofread your own work and check for errors Try your best Have a good attitude about homework Discuss problems or concerns about homework with your teacher Parent Responsibility Provide an appropriate time and place for homework Make school the number one priority during the academic year Model a positive attitude Provide support of the child's efforts Ask your child to share assignments with you regularly Encourage your child to ask for specific help (ie. proofreading accuracy, content) Note: Do not "critique" the entire assignment unless asked. Know when to stop a child when he or she is struggling and exhausted Communicate and cooperate with your classroom teacher if your child is having difficulties or working longer then the time prescribed Try to assist your child without doing their work for them Questions, comments, or suggestions about Strawberry Point School or Web should be directed to: Leslie Thornton, Principal © 2004 Strawberry Point School Web • All Rights Reserved Disclaimer