Homework

Homework

Homework is an important part of the learning experience. It is an assignment given by the teacher to be completed outside of the regular classroom time. Homework is given to review classwork, reinforce skills, and stimulate new interests and critical thinking. Homework helps your child practice skills. It teaches responsibility and organization. The following are Hempstead's

Below are the basic guidelines for homework, but please check with your child's teacher as they may have a different policy.

Kindergarten - 4 days per week, 10 minutes per night

Grade 1 - 4 days per week, 15 minutes per night, plus long term projects, book reports

Grade 2 - 4 days per week, 30 minutes per night (ten minutes each for spelling, reading and math), plus long term projects, book reports

Grade 3 - 4 days per week, 45 minutes per night Plus long term projects, book reports All grades - Reading is encouraged on a daily basis

Grade 4 - 4 days per week, 45 minutes per night Plus long term projects, book reports All grades - Reading is encouraged on a daily basis

Grade 5 - 4 days per week, 45 minutes per night Plus long term projects, book reports All grades - Reading is encouraged on a daily basis

Grade 6 - 4 days per week, 45 minutes per night Plus long term projects, book reports All grades - Reading is encouraged on a daily basis

If your child is struggling with homework, contact the classroom teacher.

New work and homework may be given on religious observance days, with the flexibility to assist students who observe these days to make up the work.