Secondary School Timetable 2011-2012 - American International ...

Parent-Teacher Communication: If a parent has an issue or concern regarding his/her student,
the parent should speak directly with the teacher. Only if the issue cannot be resolved with the
teacher should it be addressed with the respective Principal.
Parent-Administration-Board Communication: If a parent has a question or concern regarding
the educational program or general administration of the school, s/he should speak with the
respective Principal. Only if the issue cannot be resolved at the Principal level should it be
elevated to the Director. If all of these channels have been followed without success, only then
should the Board be approached, in writing, through the Director, who will take the matter to the
Board.
HOMEWORK
At AISA, we believe that students who are assigned and do homework regularly are able to achieve
more and that homework provides a useful extension of students’ learning opportunities. Homework
may be defined as a task to be done in students’ own time after school hours and is expected at
elementary, middle school, and high school levels.
Purpose of Homework
The purpose of homework is to measure the student’s understanding and knowledge, as well as to
foster the development of each student’s ability for independent study and to reinforce skills learned
in the classroom setting. The amount of time needed for completion of homework will differ
depending on each child’s study habits, background, knowledge of the subject matter, and personal
standards.
Because of our diverse student population, homework assignments often need to be differentiated to
accommodate each student’s needs. Homework should provide an appropriate challenge for students
of all abilities, recognizing individual and group needs, and the amount of homework will vary with
grade level and individual ability.
When properly conceived, carefully designed, presented, and monitored by the teacher, homework
fosters development of independence, self-discipline, and responsibility, and extends the learning of
students in the skills and content of instruction.
Homework is an integral part of the learning process and presents opportunities for:
measuring a student’s knowledge and ability
reinforcement of those skills already taught
preparation for material to be presented/taught subsequently
extension or transfer of a skill or concept to a new situation
completing assigned work not finished in class
enrichment exercises
development of research and presentation skills
development of student’s ability to work independently
Homework Guidelines
The most effective use of homework requires cooperation among teachers, students and parents.
Homework will be a regular part of each student’s school experience. Students should be able to
complete the assignment within the guidelines given below:
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