Homework in Community Schools

The amount of homework schools assign is regulated by the Calgary Board of Education.  Homework is considered to be an extension of the projects that are worked on in the classroom environment and is usually assigned after the teacher has provided an adequate amount of time for the assignment to be completed in school. “The assignment of formal exercises for completion is the prerogative of the teacher, but every encouragement shall be given to pupils (and parents) to set aside some regular time

each evening for home study.” - Administrative Regulation 3066

The nature and amounts of home study recommended within the Calgary Board of Education's Administrative Regulation 3066 are as follows:

Kindergarten to Grade 3:

“The motivation which comes from parental interest in children's school work can be valuable to a child. Parents and teachers should encourage children to read from books suggested by the school.  Pressures can bring about negative results. No formal assignments shall be made, but from 5 to 10 minutes of systematic study per night is recommended.”

Grades 4 to 6: 

"Formal assignments may be given at the discretion of the teacher, particularly for pupils who need special attention or help, but in general, assignments should be of the reading or study type. Parents should be made aware of the teacher's general requirements with respect to home study, and the Board's expectations as set forth.   No school requirement should exceed 20 minutes in length.”

   

At Beddington Heights, we have listed a number of resources on our school website that can support learning and provide skills practice at: http://schools.cbe.ab.ca/b372/students.htm. These can be utilized by parents in the home environment.  You may also find websites or resources that reinforce Math and literacy concepts on your child's homeroom teacher's on-line agenda. You are also encouraged to check the agenda daily for updates.