Homework must be done in pencil and all work and steps must be shown. Homework is probably going to determine how well your child does this year. Students need a spiral notebook for taking notes. Students keep notebook with them so they can take it home to help with homework. Grades are based on test scores.
Students have a score sheet to keep track of grades which they keep in the classroom.
You will know that the assignment assigned the previous day was not handed in. After each test I display the A papers on the bulletin board in my room. When the next test is graded, the old test is sent home. All work is kept in folders in my room after it is graded. They may be taken home to review and study, but should be brought back.