HOMEWORK
Homework should be used to enrich the school experience, to reinforce learning by additional practice on application of objectives within a lesson, and to foster student initiative and independence. Homework will be assigned when it can benefit the student and is within the following context:
1)	Homework should supplement a well-planned lesson following a careful explanation and definition of the task.
2)	Homework should be constructive in nature and directly related to the course of study. Assignments that emphasize drill, encourage creativity or require critical thinking are encouraged.
3)	Homework should be assigned with consideration to the need for students to have adequate resources available to complete the task, the variety of home environments for study, the need and desirability for adequate time for other activities, and the expectations of other teachers.
4)	Homework will not be assigned for "homework sake" or as a disciplinary measure, and will be limited during vacations.
5)	The amount and difficulty of homework is expected to increase with the maturity and grade level of each succeeding year.
6)	Students are to receive timely feedback concerning the quality of homework assigned.
7)	Teachers will have telephone messages on their extension for homework assignments.