Syllabus

Daarul Uloom High School                                            Ms. Anderson

                                                                                     andersona@dupeoria.org

Civics                                                                               

Course Syllabus

Learning goal: to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and values needed to become informed, responsible, and actively engaged participants in a democratic society.

Materials Needed for This Course:

● Spiral Notebook

● Pencils

● Folder

● Laptop

● Highlighter

Grading:

Summative Assessments: 60% (Tests and quizzes)

Formative Assessments: 20% (quick quizzes, bell ringers, exit tickets etc.)

Classwork: 10% (handouts, notes, participation etc.)

Homework: 10%

Classroom Expectations:

● Be on time for class and be prepared

 ● Respect everyone (this includes your peers)

 ● Make safe choices and report any safety concerns

  ● Use devices for only school appropriate activities

  ● Ask questions and communicate

  ● Complete classwork and assignments on time

Class Policies:

·       Students will have up to 3 days to turn in late work.

1 Day Late: Highest mark 90%

2 Days Late: Highest mark 80%

3 Days Late: Highest mark 70%

·       After three days, no late work will be accepted. This means the student will receive a “zero” for that assignment.

·       Extensions are given depending on reason and clear communication which should be 24 hours before the deadline.

·       Make-up work is accepted but student only get the same number of days they were absent to turn in make-up work. After that student is subjected to the late work policy.

TEST AND QUIZZES are available to be scheduled within 5 days failure to do so will result in a “zero”.

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Any questions or concerns I ask that you email me at andersona@dupeoria.org. Please give me at least 24 hours to respond. I am truly excited for this school year and together we can make it a successful one!