Sample statement of policy on homework Homework is clearly an issue of some substance in every school and warrants a written statement of policy to serve as a framework for action. They do not however specify how much homework will be given in language each day. This detail is inappropriate in a statement of policy. A policy statement should rarely exceed one page in length and should be written in simple terms free of jargon. 7.2 Benefits of Policy policies demonstrate that the school is being operated in an efficient and businesslike manner.
Policies add strength to the position of staff when possible legal actions arise.
Valuable time can be saved when a new problem can be handled quickly and effectively because of its relationship to an existing policy. Policies maintain the direction of the school even during constant change of administrators and teachers. A number of documents exist on general education issues of high priority which are to be implemented across the school curriculum. The principal must ensure that all members of the school community are aware of mandatory policies and that support materials are available. The text and listing of all policies within the education system is available on the Internet.