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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Yes homework is important and the quality of homework is important. It's about starting early and slowly building up their self study skills. What's going to happen to all these kids when they're in HS and have 2-4 hours of homework? Or in college when most of their work and study is outside of the classroom? [/quote]

If MCPS adopts less homework policy, this won't be a problem in HS at least. College may not be so good though...[/quote]

The proposed policy is only until 8th grade. So HS-ers are in for a major shock of being unprepared, especially those entering magnet programs. [/quote]

Actually, many teachers, even those teaching AP classes, have jumped on the "homework is inequitable" bandwagon.  Lots of things that used to be standard have disappeared, like summer assignments, etc.  Some even allow the kids to read their books in class.  Of course, this really cuts down on what can be covered during a year, but don't worry, everything is "fine" in MCPS - AP teacher who still gives homework.[/quote]

I’m fine with homework but Summer Assignments have long needed to go.  The teacher isn’t there to help with learning or questions, and besides summer is suppose to be a break or at least a time for exploring other interests or avenues for learning.[/quote]

What other 'avenues for learing' does your snowflake explore for two and a half months in the summer? Tik Tok videos? [/quote]

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