Teacher Homework Assignment Legality

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In Virginia, teachers can assign summer homework if it aligns with school policies and curriculum standards. If the workload seems excessive, discussing concerns with the teacher or school administration is advisable. If a teachers grading is based on attendance rather than performance, it may be worth clarifying the grading criteria with the school. If the issue is widespread, gathering feedback from other parents can be helpful.

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it is not summer school, it is summer homework in middle school
In Virginia, assigning summer homework is generally within a teacher's rights, provided it aligns with school policies and curriculum standards. If you feel the workload is unreasonable, it might help to discuss it with the teacher or school administration to find a resolution. How does the amount of homework compare to what's been assigned in previous years?
The teacher has assigned up to ten large assignments for homework this year. In previous years of school I got far less homework
It sounds like the amount of homework has increased significantly. While teachers typically have discretion over assignments, they should align with school policies. If this seems excessive, you might consider speaking with the teacher or school administration to better understand the expectations and express any concerns you might have. Have you noticed if other students are experiencing similar issues?
all Students have the same issues, they even have said they hate him more than * times out of his class
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It seems like the issue is widespread among students. If the homework assignments are significantly more demanding than in previous years and causing distress, raising the matter with the school administration might be beneficial. They can review the teacher's adherence to school policy and curriculum standards. If needed, gathering feedback from other parents might strengthen your case.
Also, another teacher gave me a bad grade because of the amount of students that were present, is that legal
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It's generally not appropriate for a teacher to grade based on student attendance unless participation is part of the evaluation criteria. However, grading policies can vary by school. If you believe your grade was unfairly affected, consider discussing it with the teacher or school administration to clarify the grading criteria.