Be sure to turn your homework in on time. This reading should be done silently or orally as a shared experience. Parents should provide the support and supervision necessary to see that their child organizes and completes homework for return on the due date. If a conflict occurs please send a note to the teacher with the incomplete homework explaining the problem. Be careful not to make excuses, but to present where the difficulties lie.
Assignments are meaningful and clearly explained to students.
Maintain high expectations of performance on all work assigned. Some students have difficulty taking responsibility for completing their homework and turning it in on time. In an effort to establish and reinforce good study habits, the school staff has identified the following sequence of consequences for students who fail to complete or turn in homework assignments. Provide a table or desk, chair, proper lighting, and an atmosphere free from distractions such as radio, television, stereo, phone or conversations. Parents should be able to assist students with their homework, however, their role should be that of consultant.