California Bill to Limit Excessive Homework

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California State Assembly member Pilar Schiavo introduced The Healthy Homework Act (AB 2999) to limit excessive homework, taking into account students' physical and mental health. The bill aims to create supportive and equitable homework policies with input from teachers, students, and parents.

Key Points

  • AB 2999 requires educational agencies to develop and update homework policies every five years
  • The bill takes into account the reasonable amount of time students should spend on homework
  • 45% of students surveyed reported homework as their top source of stress

Pros

  • Addresses the impact of excessive homework on students' physical and mental health
  • Encourages the development of equitable homework policies
  • Considers students' access to resources like the internet and computers

Cons

  • May limit the amount of homework students receive, potentially affecting academic performance