It is our belief that homework fosters student achievement, independence, and responsibility and serves as a vital link between school and home. It is the intention of the French American Academy staff to assign relevant, challenging and meaningful homework that reinforces classroom learning objectives.  Homework should provide students with the opportunity to apply information they have learned, complete unfinished class assignments, and develop strong work habits.  Next homework serves as one form of communication between the teacher and the family by providing parents with further information regarding their child’s learning.  Finally homework is a vital part of each student’s academic year. It is important, however, that homework is managed in a way that does not add stress to family life. Recommended Time Allotments for Homework We know that the amount of time it takes each student to complete homework assignments will vary. The following chart indicates and approximates what we believe is the appropriate amount of time for children in each grade to spend on homework.   Independent reading is included in these guidelines and is adjusted as the year goes on GRADEFRENCH & ENGLISH HW PER SCHOOL DAYTIME OF READING INCLUDED KindergartenMaximum 15-20 minutesRead daily First GradeMaximum 30-40 minutes10 min (15 min starting in January) 4 times a week Second GradeMaximum 30-50 minutes20 min 4 times a week Third GradeMaximum 45-60 minutes20 min 5 times a week Fourth GradeMaximum 60-70 minutes25 min 5 times a week Fifth GradeMaximum 60-80 minutes30 min 5 times a week 6th & 7th GradeMaximum 70-90 minutes30 to 40 min 5 times a week