Tuesday, December 13, 2011

RMS Staff take No Homework Pledge for December Vacation


RMS Staff take No Homework Pledge for December Vacation.

We feel that taking this pledge is being consistent with our school mission and is supported by research such as the following described on the Race to Nowhere site:

Ensuring a homework free break provides more time for:

-Students who enjoy a balanced schedule that includes family, friendship, creative and imaginative pursuits, and community service and involvement.
-Students who have time to be passionate, curious, inventive, and creative.
-Students whose schedule includes time for physical and mental health - including sleep, healthy meals, physical activity, and down time.
-Students who have time to develop the skills that will prepare them for the 21st century.

We will be continuing our discussion around how homework fits into the balanced lives of our students. We welcome your feedback and questions and hope you enjoy your break!

Leave feedback at:
Associate Principal’s Blog: http://rmsap.blogspot.com/
Twitter: @rmshanover #rmschat
Email: michael.lepene@dresden.us

2 comments:

  1. I wholeheartedly support this pledge and am looking forward to the extra stress-free time to connect with my girls. They'll be refreshed and ready to learn in January!

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  2. Next step: look at the list above and imagine what it would be like if kids had time for all that good stuff *every day.*

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