Course Curriculum

SY 2024-2025 Syllabus Review

Cambridge High School

SY 2024-2025

Course Title: Criminal Justice Program Instructors: Officer Tim Hart/Chris Meyer

Description: Our programs offer students an in depth look at several different programs

in Law and Justice. Our course direction is geared for the preparation and is intended to

help students to pass the state End of Pathway assessment testing.

COURSE ALL COURSES IN THE LAW AND JUSTICE PATHWAY

Read all the following policies and guidelines. Initial below each one to acknowledge understanding and agreement to

abide by the stated policy.

1 Grades (please see Student & Parent Handbook for more detailed information):

Students will have a minimum of eight grades per nine weeks, per subject area and will receive numeric grades

on report cards for each course completed. Student grades are determined by three categories: major, minor,

practice.

The following category weights have been determined by the district in Infinite Campus.

For non-EOC courses:

Semester 1 Semester 2

Major – 55% Major – 55%

Minor – 35% Minor – 35%

Practice – 10% Practice – 10%

All teachers will update grades in Infinite Campus regularly.

For quick grades and/or selected response (classwork, homework, quizzes, or multiple-choice tests for

example), grades should be entered into the gradebook within one week.

For constructed response tests, grades should be entered within two weeks of the completed assignment.

For essays and/or major projects, grades should be entered within three weeks of completion of the

assignment.

Please be flexible as there will be times when these assignments may take longer to enter in the gradebook

due to circumstances beyond the teacher’s control. If there is a question on timing of grading, students should

contact their teacher for an update.

2 Cumulative or Last Test of the Semester (previously known as Finals)

Cumulative or Last Test of the Semester

In December and May, each teacher will give some form of assessment in the “Minor” or

Major” category during the final exam period (the last three days of the semester). The type of

assessment given is at the teacher's and their PLC's discretion. These assessments will not be

given early. There is no exemption or waiver for these assessments. No preapproved

absences will be granted in the last two weeks of the semester to ensure all students are

prepared for final assessments. At Cambridge, attendance is important and valued. We will

teach until the final day of the semester and ask that students be present for every day of the

school year.

Schedule for Final Assessments First Semester*:

• December 18 (half day): Final Assessments 1st , 2nd , and 3rd periods

• December 19 (half day): Final Assessments 4th / 5th , 6th , and 7th periods

• December 20 (half day): Recovery Day

Schedule for Final Assessments Second Semester*:

• EOC Week (EOC Courses Only): April 28 – May 2, 2025

• AP Exams (AP Courses Only): May 5 – May 16, 2025

• For all Cambridge classes:

o May 20 (half day): Final Assessments 1st , 2nd , and 3rd periods

o May 21 (half day): Final Assessment 4th / 5th , 6th , and 7th periods

o May 22 (half day): Recovery Day

*This information is for Cambridge classes only. Dual Enrollment classes, GAVS, and/or FVS

classes will have their own schedules and assessment options, including final exams.

3 Missing/Late Work

Due to Absence:

If a student misses work due to absence, the student will have an equal number of days as

he/she was absent to complete any missed assignments/assessments. For example, if a

student is absent for a test on Tuesday, the student will make up the test on Wednesday. If a

student is out Monday and Tuesday (test day Tuesday), the student will make up the test on

Thursday. If a student is absent Tuesday when a minor or practice assignment is due, the

assignment will be due upon return on Wednesday.

When a deadline has not been met, teachers will deduct points as listed below. This includes

a student who is present but fails to turn in work. Zeroes will be placed in the grade book until

the work is turned in. All missing assignments should be completed and turned in before the

next unit in the course ends. This structure allows for missing/late work to be cleared before

grades are impacted.

When the work is turned in, the late deduction penalty will be assigned as listed below:

Category Late Deduction – (maximum 25%)

Practice/Minor 25% - after missing the due date

Major A student has an equal number of days absent to make up an

assessment. If a student does not complete the test within the

specified time, 25% will be deducted from the overall score.

***NOTE: Mr. Hart and Mr. Meyer are here to support all Law and Justice students. If a student knows they will be

missing an exam or a due date on the project, the student should meet or contact the teacher to explain their

challenge BEFORE the exam date or due date. The teachers are willing to help and support any student who

responsibly addresses missing work due dates and work to accommodate the student based on the circumstances.

4 Recovery Policy

The intent of recovery is to assist students who are failing courses by providing adequate opportunities to master

course objectives to eliminate preventable failures. The goal of recovery is to help students learn to be successful

and responsible. Recovery is only for major assessments.

• All students will be afforded a one-time opportunity to recover each major assessment if they score below 75.

• Students must have a mandatory meeting with the teacher and turn in all missing work from the unit before

requesting recovery.

• Recovery of a major assessment must occur before the next major assessment is given. It is the student's

responsibility to schedule this recovery opportunity with their teacher.

• Students are eligible to earn a replacement grade that is no higher than 75.

• If a student's recovery grade is below the original score, the original score will stand in the grade book.

• The original grade will be noted in the comment section of the grade book.

5 Non-Academic Skills

Based on Board policy, all students will receive non-academic skills ratings from each class every 9 weeks on

the progress report/report card. Teachers will submit the ratings on four areas (self-direction, collaboration,

problem solving, and work habits) in a separate section from academic performance.

6 Communication of Progress

Progress reports will be issued and available through Infinite Campus every 4.5 weeks and report cards every 9

weeks to reflect the student’s performance at those times. Teachers will notify parents/guardians by email,

personal contact or in writing if a student is in danger of receiving an F as a final grade or is experiencing a

serious decline in achievement. Parents and students are encouraged to download the Infinite Campus app on

their phones or to access Infinite Campus through the student and parent portal and check progress

frequently.

7 Honor Code:

If we are being the BRIDGE to our best selves, that includes being Determined to turn in work that is only our

own. It means being Respectful of teachers and peers through honesty and integrity. It means being Brave by

refusing to share work with others. At Cambridge, plagiarism, cheating, and/or lying is unacceptable behavior.

Definitions:

· Plagiarism is presenting someone else’s work or ideas as your own, with or without their consent.

· Cheating is to act dishonestly or unfairly to gain an advantage.

· Lying is intentional falsification or denial of fact or an intent to create a false impression.

All Honor Code violations will be reported to the administration for investigation.

Honor Code Violations

All Honor Code violations will be investigated, and consequences given based on level of severity. An Honor

Code violation on homework, quizzes, or classwork (practice or minor category in the grade book), will be

handled by the classroom teacher and will not necessarily be referred to the administration. Exceptions to this

will be based on frequency or cumulative infractions. Honor Code violations of major assessments (exams,

tests, projects, essays, etc.) will be referred to the administration and will result in disciplinary consequences.

Additionally, Major Honor Code violations will be reported to Honor Society Sponsors (subject to the Society’s

bylaws, dismissal is possible). Further, Major Honor Code violations will be reported to College Admissions

Officers or Scholarship Committees upon request.

8 Teacher Detention

Teacher detention serves as an opportunity for the teacher and the student to address a behavioral concern

from their class period together after the administration and parent/guardian have been contacted about the

situation at hand. Teacher detentions may be held for frequent tardies (teacher detention after three); behavior

during the class period (insubordination, disruption, etc.); or unauthorized use of cell phones after an attempt

to redirect. Parents and admin/counseling teams will be notified if a teacher detention is assigned. Teacher

detention is from 3:40 pm – 4:10 pm, in the teacher’s classroom, at the date set by the teacher. Teachers have

the option to send behavior referrals to administration at any time. Teachers are not required to give a Teacher

Detention. Continued behavior violations of the FCS Code of Conduct will result in increased consequences for

the student.

9 Cell Phones or PCDs

In grades 6 through 12, the use of PCDs is not allowed during instructional time and will only be allowed when

explicitly instructed to do so by a teacher or other school staff member. The use of cell phones and other PCDs

for noneducational purposes, including but not limited to, recording staff and/or students without permission

or other inappropriate content is strictly prohibited. Discipline guidelines will be followed.

Mr. Hart and Mr. Meyer have provided specific use policies which the students are briefed on, as to when they

are allowed to use their mobile devices.

10 Tardy to Class

Students arriving late to a class period will be admitted and marked as “Tardy”. A student is considered tardy

when he/she arrives after the bell but within the first twenty minutes of class. After twenty minutes, the student

will be considered skipping class. Tardies reset every nine weeks.

The following actions will result from multiple tardies to class:

• 1 – 2 Tardies: Teacher Warning

• 3 Tardies: The teacher has autonomy on a consequence.

• 4 or more Tardies: Administrator Referral

Truancy and Class Cuts (Skipping)

Students are expected to attend all classes daily unless an absence is approved or excused through the attendance

office. Absence from a class of twenty minutes or more constitutes a class cut or skipping. Leaving campus without

permission while skipping a class violates the Fulton County Schools Code of Conduct and has disciplinary

consequences.

11 Hall Passes

All teachers have a Hall Pass Lanyard for their room. Students who need to use the restroom during class must

request and gain permission from a teacher for use of the hall pass. No students should be in the hallways in

the first ten minutes or last ten minutes of the class period. Students will sign out and back in using the class

sign in book.

12 B2 Passes

All teachers have a set number of B2 help passes. Students may request a pass so that they may visit a teacher

during B2 time on a set day for extra help or support. The student must report to their regularly scheduled B2

class for attendance, then show the pass to be released in the first five minutes to go to their teacher for help.

13 Office Hours

All teachers have published office hours. I am available every week, one morning and one afternoon. If these

times do not work, the student will need to reach out to make an appointment during B2 or at another time I

am available. My office hours are: Wednesday morning and Thursday after school.

14 Class Absences

After three days of consecutive absences, the classroom teacher will contact the student and parents. This is to

ensure the child’s safety and well-being. After five days of consecutive absences, the teacher will contact the

student, parents, and notify the social worker, administrator, and counselor of the student. Attendance is

important for learning and valued at Cambridge. If there is a major illness or incident that will require a student

to miss several days, parents and students are encouraged to reach out to teachers, their counselor, and admin

for support.

15 Class Policies and Information:

Class policy, rules and regulations will be presented and reviewed in depth on a designated day.

I agree to adhere to all guidelines and procedures for any lab exercises that may be part of an assignment.

Lab rules will be explained separately, on a designated day.

16 AI Policy and Use:

Limited AI Use with Teacher Permission:

In this course, the use of generative AI tools is permitted only with explicit teacher approval for specific

assignments. AI can serve as an aid to enhance understanding and interaction with course content, within the

boundaries of academic integrity. If AI tools are used, all AI-generated content must be accurately cited, and

students are responsible for the integrity and correctness of their submissions, including any content derived from

AI tools. It is essential to critically evaluate AI outputs to ensure they meet academic standards. Unauthorized use

of generative AI, without proper citation, is considered a violation of the Fulton County Schools Code of Conduct

and may result in disciplinary action.

Instructional Technology Hub

https://fultonk12.sharepoint.com/sites/InstructionalTechnologyHub/SitePages/How-To-Authentically-Assess-in-

the-Age-of-AI.aspx

17 PLAGIARISM:

Dishonesty is not tolerated. This is especially true in submitted work. Any thought that is not your own used in

assessments must be noted. Assume all work assignments are to be your own work unless told otherwise.

Collaborating on assignments if note expressly allowed is considered a violation of honor code. Any student

who cheats or plagiarizes will face the full penalty that the school provides through the honor code policy.

NOTE: I use various plagiarism programs when evaluating student work.

18 Contact:

Parents and students should feel free to email Officer Hart and I at the following

email: hartt@fultonschools.org. To contact Mr. Meyer Email him at meyerc2@fultonschools.org. Students

should use the school email address for all communication outside of school. We get email on my phones so

we can reply quickly.

19 Expectations:

In addition to the student responsibilities outlined by the school, the following procedures will be followed in

this class:

• Racism (and other isms) will not be tolerated

• Treat others with respect

• Honesty is EXPECTED

• Be on time

• Find solutions not excuses

20 Virtual Class & Social Media Expectations:

Our program uses various technologies and internet tools to facilitate learning. Students are expected to act

professionally and appropriately when using these resources. Anything a student does in one of these

environments that is inappropriate will be treated the same as if it

happened in class and will result in school discipline. Students must be vigilant in protecting their passwords –

claiming someone else did something will not be a valid excuse for reducing responsibility. The responsibility

will fall on the account holder. Please refer to the county policies regarding technology use for additional

regulations. Additionally, students must ALWAYS use their own name and ID when participating in digital

classroom activities.

21 Pathway Assessment: Law and Justice

Students who complete three years in the program will take an assessment. The End of Pathway assessment

will test student competencies linked in state standards. Work Ready is an assessment that can result in

credentials. These are taken in the 3rd year.

22 Media Release:

The Law & Justice Program as well as Skills USA is active in many community events, and our activities are

frequently published in local newspapers, newsletters, and publications. Students are often photographed,

interviewed, and quoted for use in such media. It is the responsibility of the family to contact the instructor in

writing or via email to stipulate consent. Unless otherwise communicated it is assumed full consent is

given for full media release.

23 Media:

The program instructor, guest speakers and field trip sites use various videos, DVDs, audio tapes, programs,

and similar media that may contain profanity, nudity, and/or gruesome images as a part of the class. While all

efforts are made to minimize such material, it is sometimes unavoidable in the course of addressing some

course content (i.e. crime scenes, pathology slides). Never is such material used in a gratuitous manner. Some

media may have been rated “R – Restricted” by the MPAA or “TV-MA” under FCC guidelines.

The instructor will always advise students before such content is shown, offering those students who do

not wish to view such material an opportunity to leave the room with no objections.

Parents are encouraged to discuss any concerns with the instructor. It is the responsibility of the family to

contact the instructor in writing or via email to stipulate consent. Unless otherwise communicated it is

assumed full consent is given for use of