Homework Position Statement
Homework in the Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District is an essential extension of the learning process for each student. It should reinforce and extend classroom activities in a way that:

• ensures a meaningful application of knowledge;
• communicates clear expectations to students and parents;
• respects time appropriateness for each grade level;
• utilizes study and time management skills;
• provides timely feedback to students; and
• promotes a link between school and home.

Our goal is that students view learning as a lifelong process enabling them to achieve their maximum potential and meet future challenges.

Guidelines for Teachers
Teachers should:

• clearly communicate policies, expectations and available resources to parents.
• clearly communicate the purpose of the homework assignments to students.
• assign homework that serves as a link between knowledge and application.
• assign homework which is relevant to the learning objectives.
• assign homework which reinforces learning in progress, not practice on
  learning not yet taught or understood.
• provide timely feedback and return all homework.
• give appropriate advance notice of homework assignments, though some
  assignments are assigned daily.
• be sensitive to the time required to complete an assignment.
• make every effort to coordinate deadlines for major assignments with other
  teachers/calendar events.
• consider the cost and availability of materials and resources.

Guidelines for Parents
Parents should:

• provide a time and a place which is conducive to learning.
• supervise homework to ensure completion.
• be aware of school homework practices.
• offer encouragement regularly and assistance only when needed.
• help support students' organization of time and materials.
• monitor long-term projects.
• contact the teacher when the student consistently has problems understanding
  or completing homework.

Guidelines for Students
Students should:

• be aware of the effect of homework on their mastery of skills and on their
  skills and on their grades.
• make every effort to complete homework assignments.
• reserve enough time in their schedule to complete their homework.
• study in a place which is conducive to learning.
• strive to complete all assignments independently, but should be responsible
  for seeking help when needed.
• maintain a written record of assignments due.
• consult the teacher if an assignment is not understood.

Suggested Time Frames

Grade - Total Time Each Day

• Kindergarten - Grade 2 - 20 to 30 minutes
• Grades 3 - 50 to 60 minutes
• Grades 6 - 80 to two hours
• Grades 9 - 120 to three hours

Unfinished classwork is not included in the suggested time frames. If your student consistently requires more time than is suggested, contact the teacher.