Homework


 * Homework Policy

Research studies have consistently shown that the amount of time devoted to learning is related to achievement in a subject. Homework, therefore, is important in a student's overall success in his/her academic program. The Northwest Elementary Staff recognizes the importance of homework as a vital part of the learning of essential skills taught in the classroom. **


 * Homework is defined as work completed outside the classroom that is designed to: **


 * Reinforce or provide practice of skills and concepts addressed instructionally.
 * Extend skills and concepts addressed instructionally.
 * Collect evidence of student understanding and application of what has been taught.
 * Provide a risk-free opportunity to experiment with and transform new learning (MCPS, Marzano).


 * THE PURPOSE OF HOMEWORK **
 * Homework is one of the many learning activties in which students engage; its purposes should be to: **

 Please support our homework policy by making sure that he/she completes their homework each night.
 * Extend leanring and/or provide practice in appyling concepts initially presented in the classroom.
 * Provide opportunities for independent work.
 * Strengthen concept and skill development.
 * Provide opportunities for enrichment.
 * Develop initiative, responsibility, self-direction and organizational skill.

Click on this Homework Plan to discover the best way you can complete your homework! **Failure to complete homework will result in losing 1 PBS point. Extreme cases will be considered. (Example; death in the family)**