Homework

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Every night students should bring home their homework folder. They will have the following:

 1) Daily math practice: this is due the next day
3) Reading: all students should be reading a book at home for 20 minutes at least 4 days a week

 Remember that this is the year for students to being to grapple with being responsible for their homework. We are here to partner with you to build capacity and success!

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