
Henderson Elementary School
The little school with the Big Heart
How Parents Can Help

Students are expected to do homework each night. If formal homework has not been assigned, students are expected to do one or more of the following activities:

Primary (approximately 15 minutes):

  • Read a book, write in a home journal, play a board game to reinforce literacy or numerical facts, write a letter, review math facts, learn a poem, etc.
Intermediate (approximately 30 minutes):
  • Study for a test, review daily notes, work on long-term assignments or projects, research a topic, complete unfinished class work, write a letter, record experiences in a home journal, read a book, learn a poem, review math facts, etc.

Failure to complete assigned work creates problems for the child, and detracts from the teacher's task of instruction. To ensure that students do not fall behind, students who fail to complete formal homework assignments may be required to complete work during regular the lunch hour or after school.

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Homework Control Surfaces

We use homework in elementary school:

  • To develop good study habits.
  • To provide for individual student's learning differences.
  • To have time for further research.
  • To promote good communication between school and home.

How Parents Can Help

  • Provide a regular study area.
  • Assist your child in:
    • practicing math drills, games,
    • reviewing material for tests,
    • helping with spelling lists,
    • listening to reading and reading to your child,
    • discussing topics of interest.

Henderson Elementary School

5506 Willow Avenue, Powell River, BC, V8A 4P4 | (604) 483-9162 (604) 483-3272 |