Homework, HS

CAJ Homework Philosophy

• In general, CAJ believes homework should deepen and reinforce understanding and skill. It should provide independent practice, introduce new material, or provide enrichment and stimulate thinking. If homework is assigned as independent practice, it should be preceded by guided practice in class.
• Homework assignments should be meaningful, reasonable, and well planned to encourage the “joy of learning,” never as punishment or as a substitute for teaching.
• Students should know why the assignment is given, how and when they are to complete it, and how they will be held accountable.
• Teachers should be sensitive to other demands placed on students and coordinate due dates for tests and other projects.
• MS and HS teachers are required to post homework on the class calendars. See the principal or technology coordinator for more information.

High School Guidelines

• High school is a time of learning independence and preparing for responsibilities beyond high school, both in academics and careers. We expect that homework expectations will intensify from middle school and gradually increase during students’ high school years. Our guidance curriculum will intentionally provide support and instruction for underclassmen to help them know, understand, and use effective time management and study skills.
• We expect teachers to collaborate in monitoring dates of major assignments to help students manage their workload.
• We respect that students have lives that involve more than academics and we want to encourage church involvement on Sundays, so generally we will not have major assignments or tests on Mondays or on the first day back from a vacation.
• AP classes will require more time spent on homework and study. Students and parents sign an agreement indicating that they understand the additional time necessary for success when they enter an AP course.
• Students who use their time well, plan ahead, minimize interruptions, and practice effective study strategies should not spend more than an average of 2 hours of homework in a night. When major projects, papers, and presentations are due, this amount may increase, though every effort will be made by teachers to not have multiple deadlines at the same time.

Late Work

Please also see the Late Work Policy

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