Homework is a major component and a vital part of the Whitin Middle School program. It is proven that homework helps to improve student achievement in school because the total time spent studying influences how much is learned. Thus, homework - as an extension of the regular school day - should receive the same attention, consideration, and planning that is given to daily in-school classwork.
• to provide drill and practice of skills introduced in class
• to complete unfinished classroom assignments
• to provide reading and writing for reinforcement and
enjoyment
• to practice research skills in locating information
• to complete work on special class projects
• to accommodate various student learning styles
Assignment of Homework
Uxbridge Public School guidelines for homework
are outline in School Committee Policy. This
policy provides that “homework assignments
should be consistent in terms of the amount
given each day and the time required for each
assignment so that a pattern of meaningful
homework can be established by the teacher
and/or the student. These patterns will be
decided by the teacher/teams according to
student needs. At times, teachers/teams may
assign homework/projects that could extend over
a weekend or vacation weeks.
