1. Homework
Gayman’s Five Beliefs

2. Homework Gayman's Five Beliefs
1. Purpose: Promote student growth and reinforce what is learned in the classroom. Students independently practice what they learned as well as their time management skills.

3. Homework Gayman's Five Beliefs
2. Assessment: Homework is not graded. However, students will be held responsible for completing all assigned homework.

4. Homework Gayman's Five Beliefs
3. Time Allotment: Homework is assigned Monday through Thursday. No routine weekend or holiday assignments will be made. As a rule of thumb 10 minutes per grade level will be assigned. For example: at 6th grade, 10 x 6 = 60 minutes.

5. Homework Gayman's Five Beliefs
4. Differentiation: Homework can vary depending upon the specific needs of students. This may include time, amount and purpose of homework.

6. Homework Gayman's Five Beliefs
5. Long-term Projects: Long-term projects are directly related to the curriculum. Such projects require children to use secure skills only. Expectations are clearly defined and timelines are established and published.