What are the homework guidelines for Spring Hill School?
A. Time Guidelines The time allotted to homework increases gradually from grade to grade. The following is a list of approximate expected nightly homework time for each grade: Grade K: 15 minutes – reading to or with your child Grades 1: 20 minutes of homework and 15 minutes of reading daily Grade 2: 30 minutes of homework and 15 minutes of reading daily Grade 3: 30-40 minutes of homework and 15-20 minutes of reading Grade 4: 45 minutes of homework and some projects Grades 5 -8: 45-60 minutes of homework and some long-range projects These time guidelines are approximate. Individual students’ abilities always need to be taken into consideration. Problems and concerns with homework assignments or the amount of time a child is spending on homework should should be discussed with the teacher. The purpose of the homework assignment and its relation to what has been learned in the classroom is explained to the pupil. Students should understand fully not only what to do, but also how to do it
