HOMEWORK TIPS FOR PARENTS

ü Provide a table or desk large enough for your child to spread out their work in a quiet area of your home.

ü The television set should not be on in the background.

ü Average time for homework is approximately 2 hours. If your child is spending more than 3 hours a night, please contact his/her teachers.

ü Be supportive of your child’s teachers; and when possible, show an interest in your child’s homework. Ask your child what they are studying. If their response is vague or they are confused, encourage them to see their teacher for assistance.

ü Occasionally helping your child with their homework is fine. However, it is best if you encourage your child to use their notes, text books or handouts to complete their assignments. If your child seems to need your assistance often, your child’s teacher would like to be informed.

ü Assisting your child with drill work (for example: flash cards) will help your child with their memorization.

ü When possible, help your child set up a study schedule for the week on Sunday evenings or decide in the morning before they go to school when they will be doing their homework in the evening.

ü It is best to curtail any phone calls and cell phone usage during homework time.

ü When your child is using the internet for homework, ask them to make sure their instant message is turned off.

ü Communicate with your child’s teachers if they are sick or if there has been a trauma that might affect their homework being completed. Teachers are very willing to work with students, but they can’t do so if they are not informed.