What's Happening with Homework?

This link will provide daily and long-term homework assignments for Math, Social Studies, Science, and Reader's and Writer's Workshop. Think of this as your online Agenda Book! Please refer to the information below your assignments for further information about the Homework Policy.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

READING: Being working on your Weekly Reading Packet #1. This will not be due until FRIDAY (9/17), but you are welcome to hand in completed work that is an example of your best work earlier than the due date. You MUST complete ALL sections of the packet including the Fluency, Independent Reading, Comprehension, Get the Gist, and Reading Skills sections.

MATH: Complete workbook pages 14-16 (do not include the stadium problem on page 16). DUE TOMORROW.

SPELLING & VOCABULARY:  Complete the flash cards using the Key Words ONLY (8 words) from Lesson 1: Going in Circles from Classical Roots. DUE TOMORROW.

SOCIAL STUDIES & SCIENCE: NONE

THIS MONTH'S SCHOLASTIC BOOK ORDERS WILL BE DUE ON FRIDAY!

HOMEWORK POLICY

Homework is to be done completely and neatly, as assigned. According to the Topsfield School Committee, fifth grade students should expect to have assignments totaling 40 minutes each night for homework. Daily reading for 20 minutes total, in addition to assigned homework, is also encouraged. Projects and long-term assignments may be incorporated as part of regular homework assignments and may require additional time. The amounts set forth by the Committee are recommendations. Children work at different rates and can concentrate for varied amounts of time. It is to be expected that assignments will take some children longer than others to complete.

1. Incomplete class assignments will be assigned to be completed at home.
2. Homework assignments may include make-up work due to illness.
3. Reinforcement or enrichment work may be given to meet the individual needs of the child.
4. Special projects or reports will be assigned during the school year to enhance research skills and develop individual responsibility.
5. Reading for pleasure may be a frequent assignment at any grade and should be assumed when other work is not given.


Please contact me with any further questions or concerns regarding your child and the Homework Policy. Although homework is an integral part of your child's educational experience, your child should NOT be spending in excess of an hour each night on the homework. If this is the case, please let me know as soon as possible so that we may consider other alternatives.