Mr. George's Homework Policy

write all homework assignments and due dates in your assignment book clearly and accurately
show pride in your work
be neat and accurate
all homework must include a heading
it is your responsibility to have your completed homework in class, on time.

Student Consequences:

all work is required to be completed. Full credit can be earned for homework turned in on time.
homework turned in 1 day late can earn "late points" which can be no more than a "C"
STAR cards may be punched as a penalty for uncompleted assignments--at my discretion
no credit will be given for homework more than 1 day late

Students who play a musical instrument:

are to turn in their homework and get their assignment before leaving for lessons
are responsible for making up classwork and/or missed instruction

Students who are absent should: (if they are feeling well enough)

call a reliable friend for the missed assignments
get some of the work done
contact me upon their return to find if they've missed instruction of a new concept

Homework Frequency and Duration:

independent reading is assigned homework seven (7) days a week -- they should read five (5) books each quarter
there will be occasional weekend homework
using effective time management skills, the completion of daily English 7 homework should take up to 30 minutes maximum--including long term projects and independent reading
students who choose to take music/sports and have no in school resource period are still expected to complete their homework

Homework Guidelines for Parents/Guardians:

present a positive attitude toward homework
schedule homework as a priority in your family routine
ask your child to explain their homework to you
provide an appropriate location conducive to study
please do not do your child's homework, but be available to review the work with your child
praise your child's efforts when appropriate
encourage your child to be responsible--you don't have to bring their homework to them if they forget it at home.