A local elementary school will not give out homework this year.
This is the latest effort to try and help improve conditions in the chronically under-performing district.
The principal of Kelly Elementary School decided she wanted to implement the plan because she wants students to focus on extra curricular activities, dinner and time spent with family.
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An elementary school in Holyoke is getting rid of homework during the school year. Do you think it's a good idea?
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