Homework is defined as assignments completed outside of class time, but growing out of or related to classroom instruction. Homework is an important and valid part of the educational process and shall adhere to the following:
Homework shall:
- Be planned and assigned for a specific instructional purpose.
- Help students develop independent study habits.
- Promote growth in responsibility and self-direction in learning.
- Reinforce learning that has taken place in school according to the District’s and State’s prescribed curriculum.
- Promote a closer working relationship between home and school.
- Never be used as punishment.
- Never exceed a student’s capacity to complete work within a reasonable amount of time.