Homework+Policy

__ Mrs. Quenzer’s Homework Contract __

Homework needs to be completed on a daily basis in order for your child to have a successful fourth grade year. All assignments will be given at the **end of the day**. Students are responsible for writing down their assignments in the provided homwork book, and gathering the necessary materials. Students are __NOT TO RETURN TO SCHOOL__ to pick up materials they forgot.

I expect that homework will be completed neatly, in its entirety, and on time. If for any reason the homework could not be completed due to family obligations, unplanned circumstances, or because of difficulty understanding the assignment, please include a brief note stating that you (the parent) are aware of this situation.

All homework is expected to be made up at a more convenient time. Each time your child misses an assignment they will be asked to sign the Missing Homework Book. After your child misses three assignments, I will send you a copy of their log. All homework assignments are expected to be made up. The student will date the homework notebook that the assignment is finished when their assignment has been completed and submitted.

Thirty minutes of reading will be assigned every evening and the reading needs to be logged in their reading log. In addition to reading, spelling and math work will be assigned regularly along with writing assignments, social studies, and science assignments alternately. My goal is to keep the homework per night under 1 hour. Some days it may be slightly more or less. If for any reason the homework is taking longer than usual, and you are sensing frustration, allow your child to stop and let me know where they were having difficulty. You may draw a line at the one hour mark on their assignment, so I know how far they got in that amount of time.

All tests must be signed and returned the next day. Just sign your initials near the marked grade on the actual test. It is very important to me that we are both aware of how your child is doing in school. This allows me to be sure all tests are being seen by you. If the test is not signed and returned on time, your child will be asked to sign the Missing Homework Book.

When a child misses a class due to music lessons, it is their responsibility to find out what they missed and make it up for homework. A buddy system will be used to help the children keep track of work they missed. If your child is having difficulty keeping up with the demands classwork missed during lessons, I will call you to discuss their options. Students that are taking 2 instruments need to be especially organized, and also complete all work on time. If at any point, their school work is being neglected, we will need to meet and discuss their options. Please review these policies with your child. Your support with our learning environment is greatly appreciated!