Policy 8.16

Homework Policy

1. Homework is to be defined as subject-related assignments given by a teacher which will require time and effort outside the regular classroom for successful completion.

2. The School Board believes homework will promote the educational process and can form an educational partnership between the school, students, and parents.

3. The School Board and the School District have adopted the following procedures to carry out the homework policy:

1. Principals are to serve as primary advocates for school-wide policies regarding homework assignments.

2. Each school will establish a method of communicating the school's homework policy to students and parents.

3. Each school will develop its own standards for assignment of homework and completion of homework. The following should be included in these standards:

1. A purpose for homework assignments should be established.

2. A portion of the student's grade (according to the Pupil Progression Plan) should be based upon the completion of homework assignments.

3. Homework should not be used as a form of punishment.

4. Homework should not require the use of reference materials unavailable to the student.

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