Mrs. Wallis North Elementary Principal

 FAQ & North Policies

Why homework?
Should I help my child with homework?
How much homework can I expect?
Can I expect more homework in Third Grade?
How can I help my child prepare for TAKS?
Are parents important in the learning process?
School Policies...

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 Why homework?
Research shows when students' practice information at home, that is learned 
at school, students' retention of information greatly improves.  Homework 
helps teach responsibility and develops lifelong learners and strong study 
habits.
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 Should I help my child with homework?
Yes!  Providing a quiet place for your child to complete homework 
assignments 
is a great first step.  Allow your child to complete assignments 
independently as much as possible, then check over the work, help them make 
the necessary corrections and do listen to them read.  Shared reading 
sometimes is best, especially if your child is reading a difficult selection 
or repeatedly reading the same story several times in a week.
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 How much homework can I expect?
Monday-Thursday the assignments are usually reading a selection, Saxon math 
practice with facts, grammar, and spelling, too.
Friday - NO HOMEWORK!!!
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 Can I expect more homework in Third Grade?
While we will not have "more" homework, the work becomes even more important 
at this level. We will be addressing TAKS strategies throughout the year 
that 
your child will need to practice at home, with certain reading and math 
assignments.
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 How can I help my child prepare for TAKS?
You can...  assist your child with homework assignments daily, 
review "graded 
work papers" as they are sent home and help your child make needed 
corrections. Last, but not least, "encourage" your child so he/she feels 
confident in work completed.  This does help each student develop a healthy 
attitude towards school work and builds motivation to continue to work hard!
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 Are parents important in the learning process?
Yes!  You are the MOST important part of your child's educational 
experience!  If you model the importance of learning and doing well in 
school, your child will want to follow your example.  Thank you so much for 
the FINE job you already do!!!  It really shows here at school.
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 School Policies...
These will be posted soon...work in progress
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