Core Points - Guangdong Province's Education Department clarified that there are no restrictions on students bringing personal learning materials to school, allowing students to carry self-purchased materials if they feel the need [1] - The guidelines emphasize strict control over written homework volume during compulsory education, with no written homework assigned for first and second graders, and average daily homework time limited to 60 minutes for other elementary grades and 90 minutes for middle school [1][2] - The provision of supplementary materials for elementary students must be free and provided by the education department, prohibiting schools or teachers from recommending or purchasing additional materials [1][2] Summary by Sections Elementary Education - No written homework for first and second graders, with in-school practice allowed [1] - Average daily homework time capped at 60 minutes for grades 3-6 [1] - Prohibition on recommending or purchasing supplementary materials, which must be provided for free by the education department [1] Middle School Education - Strict enforcement of "one subject, one supplementary material" policy, prohibiting the purchase of non-approved materials [2] - No additional materials can be ordered under the guise of "supplementary practice" or "school-based supplementary materials" [2] - Emphasis on the need for schools to independently select suitable supplementary materials without a centralized evaluation process [2] Management and Regulation - Plans to establish a management mechanism for supplementary materials in schools, enhancing oversight on violations related to mandatory purchases or recommendations [2] - Encouragement for teachers to innovate in homework design and reduce reliance on supplementary materials [2]