Encourage students to engage with problem solving, logical thinking and creativity The homework requirements are clear; the due date is stated and entered in the student planner and work is returned in a timely manner and oral/written feedback is given when required To assist students when difficulties arise To record any non-submission of homework on Compass Follow up with students who have not completed homework with appropriate consequences, for example, renegotiating a submission date, lunch or after school detentions to ensure work is completed The student: To record the details of all set homework and home study in their student planner To be aware of the importance of homework and the college homework policy To record due dates for major assessment tasks and assignments in the student planner Accept responsibility for the completion of homework tasks by the due date To seek assistance from teachers, parents/carers when difficulties arise Organise their time to manage home and sporting commitments, recreational and other activities and part time work if applicable In the case of an absence the student is responsible for handing in the homework as soon as they return or negotiate with the teacher an alternate time. Parents and carers: Develop a positive and productive approach to homework Assisting their child to develop organisational strategies Encouraging them to take increasing responsibility for their own learning Providing a quiet place and a desk for regular homework and study Encouraging them to set aside time each day to read and complete homework on time Helping them to complete homework by discussing key questions or directing them to resources Helping them to balance the amount of time spent completing homework and engaging in leisure, sport or part time employment Checking the student planner to see whether homework or study has been set Contacting the teacher if there are concerns about the homework Attending college events, displays or productions in which their children are involved Contacting the relevant teacher or sub school team to discuss any problems their children are having with the homework SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS, PARENTS AND CARERS The college has a number of programs to assist students to understand and complete homework. The Resource Centre on both campuses is open before and after school, Homework Club is offered
Encourage students to engage with problem solving, logical thinking and creativity The homework requirements are clear; the due date is stated and entered in the student planner and work is returned in a timely manner and oral/written feedback is given when required To assist students when difficulties arise To record any non-submission of homework on Compass Follow up with students who have not completed homework with appropriate consequences, for example, renegotiating a submission date, lunch or after school detentions to ensure work is completed The student: To record the details of all set homework and home study in their student planner To be aware of the importance of homework and the college homework policy To record due dates for major assessment tasks and assignments in the student planner Accept responsibility for the completion of homework tasks by the due date To seek assistance from teachers, parents/carers when difficulties arise Organise their time to manage home and sporting commitments, recreational and other activities and part time work if applicable In the case of an absence the student is responsible for handing in the homework as soon as they return or negotiate with the teacher an alternate time. Parents and carers: Develop a positive and productive approach to homework Assisting their child to develop organisational strategies Encouraging them to take increasing responsibility for their own learning Providing a quiet place and a desk for regular homework and study Encouraging them to set aside time each day to read and complete homework on time Helping them to complete homework by discussing key questions or directing them to resources Helping them to balance the amount of time spent completing homework and engaging in leisure, sport or part time employment Checking the student planner to see whether homework or study has been set Contacting the teacher if there are concerns about the homework Attending college events, displays or productions in which their children are involved Contacting the relevant teacher or sub school team to discuss any problems their children are having with the homework SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS, PARENTS AND CARERS The college has a number of programs to assist students to understand and complete homework. The Resource Centre on both campuses is open before and after school, Homework Club is offered
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