“We want (students) to master the information, but we don’t want them to feel that the homework is a waste of time.” – Brian Harris, assistant principal, Barrington Middle School’s Station Campus
“We have assignment notebooks with . . . areas for daily homework assignments and space where the parents can sign so we know they have seen them.”- Robert Bortnick, associate superintendent for instruction, Arlington Heights-based Elementary District 59
“We have a homework shelf for students. On that shelf we have resource books and materials on specific assignments.” – Jeanne Achenbach, elementary school services specialist, Arlington Heights Memorial Library
“My daughter’s teacher . . . on Fridays sends notes home regarding behavior. He calls every parent every four to six weeks just to see if we have any questions.” – Carol Stroman, Crystal Lake, mother of 2nd grader.
