HOMEWORK

After a year level discussion yesterday afternoon, we have decided that we have set too much homework. Nightly reading, spelling and sight words are a 'must do'. The maths on Studyladder must be done at least once a week because some of the activities will change weekly. Preparing for 'Together Time' is also a 'must do'. Your child may choose 3 of the other activities to complete over the two week grid block. The next homework grid you receive will have had some modifications made to it. We will no longer be setting a minimum time for activities, whatever works for your child and your family. We have said that we will change homework books on a rotational basis (so the two of us get assess to the children's homework and share the marking)but these will be changed fortnightly so it ties in with the fortnightly homework grid. Your child will still receive spelling weekly though. We ask that the children bring their homework folder in daily (they each have a box to put it in) so that they can change their home reader daily. We prefer to send home readers home in the folder instead of loose in their school bag as the folders keep the books protected. We apologise for the mix up with Studyladder. We thought it had been set up so that the children didn't need a password but this obviously didn't work! Your child will receive their password in the next day or so. Sorry if this has caused any confusion or stress. We appreciate your patience as we work to establish our homework routine. We want something that works for you as well as us!
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Melissa & Felicity