Homework/Exams
Homework
Homework is an integral part of the learning process to support,
enrich, or reinforce topics covered in class. Students shall be
able to see the purpose of homework and clearly understand requirements.
At the beginning of each semester, a written syllabus will be provided
for each course of study to each student. The syllabus will include
a brief description of the course and a list of major course projects
or assignments.
At the beginning of each unit or grading period, teachers will
make available to each student homework assignments, major tests
scheduled, and major projects/papers assigned.
Elementary curriculum guides provide complete course descriptions
and are available in each school for parent review.
Homework may be assigned on a daily basis with prior notification
for major projects or tests. The teacher's responsibility is to
assign effective, well-planned homework assignments that aid the
student in the mastery of the course's essential elements. This
includes providing the student with ample notice of impending homework
assignments.
The student's responsibility is to complete assignments on time
and to schedule after-school activities so that they do not interfere
with the completion of assignments. The student assumes the responsibility
for making up work when absent from class.
Parents are responsible for ensuring that their child does the
homework assigned each day. Regular monitoring of the homework provides
a good overview of how and what the student is doing in various
subjects. Homework provides a regular channel of communication between
the parent and the teacher. POLICY EIB (LOCAL)
Examinations
All students in grades 9-12 will be required to take a comprehensive
examination in each class. Students in grade 7 and 8 in English,
mathematics, science, social studies, reading and foreign language
will also be required to take a comprehensive examination. At the
end of each semester, a minimum of two days will be set aside for
administering the semester exams. Each student will be afforded an opportunity for review of the entire semester's work to prepare the students for final examinations. Each principal will ensure that extracurricular activities
are curtailed during the examination schedule. POLICY EIAA (LOCAL)
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