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Homework Help & Study Tools

Homework is used as an aid to promote self discipline, time management, responsibility, initiative and problem solving. It builds a partnership between home and school to help students succeed.

​​Types of homework

  • incomplete school work
  • review of learning in class
  • preparation for class work
  • expansion of classroom learning

Homework tips for parents

  • provide suitable area for working at home
  • give clear expectations, put homework routines in place, give guidance if needed 
  • talk regularly with teacher(s)
  • check and encourage student’s progress  and homework completion
  • keep a balance between homework and other activities

What if a student is absent for an extended period?

  • parents should inform the school and consult with their child’s teacher for suggestions  on managing the time away from school 
  • parents should plan activities like daily journals, travel logs, reading, math, science and technology activities.​

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