Homework policy, German, grades 7&8

Homework Mailbox: 429-5004, ext.6209

German homework is assigned and due as follows: 7B: MONDAY, WEDNESDAY.

8A: TUESDAY, THURSDAY.

If a student does not have his or her homework completed on the day that it is due, he/she is expected to come in at the next available lunch or X-block period to complete the work. If the work is not completed by this time, it will be marked zero. If a student is absent, homework should be completed within one week after returning to school. Written homework is a practice of the material covered in class, and is collected and graded. Vocabulary and class notes should be reviewed nightly. There is a vocabulary or grammar quiz each week and a chapter test approximately once per marking period.

World Language learning is cumulative; so it is very important that students stay current with the nightly homework and seek assistance AS SOON as they feel unsure of the subject matter. I am available for X-Block on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. I am also available after school on Monday.

If you have any questions throughout the year, please do not hesitate to call me or send me an email. The school number is 429-9341, and my telephone and voice mail extension is 209. My email address is morrillla@mansfieldct.org.

Parents often ask if there is anything they can do to help their child study a world language. The following suggestions may be helpful:

· Students are given vocabulary regularly. Grammar concepts are covered in class and in their textbook by chapter. Ask to see the new material and ask your child to explain it to you.

· Give your child the English word and have him/her pronounce and spell the foreign word.

· Homemade flashcards are helpful. Foreign word on one side, English on the other. (color-coded cards work great for distinguishing gender of nouns and are available at Ocean State Job Lot, Staples, the UCONN Co-op, and many other office supply stores)

· Encourage your child to type, write or tape-record the new vocabulary. Students memorize material in a variety of ways: encourage your child to discover what works best for him/her.

· Some students benefit from working with other students. A “Study Buddy” may be helpful for reviewing and reinforcing new material.

· Studying each night rather than just before a test keeps the material in manageable amounts. Consistent effort and self-discipline foster success.

· Check to see that homework is completed. Ask to see the planbook and the written assignments.