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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]The homework for my second grader in MCPS usually consists of math equations and writing.  I don't think it is a waste of time.[/quote]it should be done in school.[/quote]

Homework is reinforcement of what's being done in school. It allows people to see what and how their kids are doing with what's being taught during the school day.

Or is it that you're just too lazy to ensure that your kids do the homework? You must be one of those parents who think that all parenting responsibilities should be provided by school staff between 9am and 3pm daily so that you can "enjoy" your evenings. [/quote]

+100

Plus, who are these people to presume to know so much better than the teacher what's necessary or not?  [/quote]

No - school is for school. Home time is for family values. And please repeat with me again: research shows no benefit for early elementary homework.[/quote]

LMAO!  No benefit, my ass...  I don't really give a rats ass about whatever flawed "research" you want to point to, because the empirical evidence is everywhere.  A huge number of kids learn to read, learn their numbers, shapes, colors, et cetera thanks in large part to reinforcing school values at home in those early elementary years.  In homes where that doesn't happen you end up having huge issues with basic foundational skills like literacy and numeracy - which are best learned starting in early elementary years.[/quote]

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