The Hudson School Board believes that meaningful homework assignments, to be accomplished outside of the regular classroom, are a part of the teaching/learning process when geared to the needs and abilities of students. Homework is a worthwhile use of time outside of the regular classroom to practice, maintain, complete, make up, or enrich classroom activities. It is also meant to help develop homework habits and appreciation for the value of learning. Homework should enhance the intellectual development and create and broaden desirable interests and habits for students. Homework should be an outgrowth of the classroom experiences thus providing a meaningful extension to the learning environment. Homework should be appropriately weighted in the administration of grades.

There are three types of homework: practice, preparation, and extension. Practice assignments reinforce newly acquired skills. For example, students who have just learned a new method of solving a mathematical problem should be given sample problems to complete on their own. Preparation assignments help students get ready for activities that will occur in the classroom. Students may, for example, be required to do background research on a topic to be discussed later in class. Extension assignments are frequently long-term continuing projects that parallel class work. Students must apply previous learning to complete these assignments, which include science fair projects and term papers.

The assignment of homework and the time required to complete homework should be reasonably different depending on educational levels. Elementary students may require more parental assistance with assignments and activities and therefore, should be suitable for that environment. Middle School students should be gaining independence with homework. High School students should be able to complete homework independently. Because middle school and high school students have more than one teacher, coordination among staff must occur to ensure reasonable expectations for time spent completing homework.