Parent questions weekend schoolwork as families weigh rest, stress and learning balance in everyday routines.

For most children, mandatory homework assignments push their workweek far beyond the school day and deep into what any other laborers would consider overtime. Even without sports or music or other ...

Chalkbeat is collecting perspectives on homework — how much students get, whether it’s graded, and what helps or hurts learning. Teachers, parents, and students: Take our survey.

Overwhelmed and Under Pressure In a heartfelt Reddit post that struck a chord with many, a working parent shared their struggles of managing a busy household with four kids who are falling behind on ...