Doing worthwhile homework builds important study habits and encourages children to think and work creatively outside of school. The daily time allotment varies with the learning style of each student and increases with every grade level, ranging from 10 minutes in kindergarten to possibly 90 minutes in fifth grade. In kindergarten though third grade, classrooms have computer learning centers that house three computers and a printer. At primary level teachers use computers and software to develop academic skills while promoting technological exploration in a nurturing environment. In grades four and five, students receive weekly computer instruction.
Classes introduce students to keyboarding and word processing.
Supplemental software provides drill and practice. The school reports to parents four times a year on the progress and achievement of students. In addition, it apprises the teacher of home routines in relation to school and of parent concerns. In December parents receive a written report, and a copy is filed in the student's permanent folder. A final report is mailed to parents at the end of the school year, and a copy is placed in the student's permanent folder.