If you complete your classwork on time during lessons, you can expect 2–3 homework assignments per week on average.
Most homework will involve:
Reading and taking handwritten notes (answering questions) in your notebook.
Other tasks may include write-ups, research, extra readings, individual or group projects/presentations, graphic organizers, and preparation for quizzes, tests, or exams.
Completing homework on time is essential for:
Active participation in class.
Strong performance on assessments.
Understanding the sequence of events and cause-and-effect relationships—both critical for success in history.
Skipping assigned readings will directly affect your comprehension and ability to participate meaningfully in discussions.
If you cannot submit homework on time due to a genuine reason—such as illness (confirmed by a parent and medical certificate) or a family emergency (e.g., death of a close relative, urgent travel, visa-related issues)—an extended deadline can be negotiated without a lateness penalty.
All assignments will have a due date and time posted on Google Classroom.
Late submission immediately results in a 10% grade deduction. To avoid further penalties, submit within the same week.
Week 2 late: –5% additional deduction.
Week 3 late: –5% additional deduction.
Maximum deduction for lateness: 20%.
After Week 3, missing assignments will not be accepted and will receive a zero—unless:
You complete a high-quality extra assignment (e.g., a written reflection on time management and study habits) and it is approved.
These have strict deadlines and harsher penalties, especially for group work where others depend on your contribution.
Each project will have a grading rubric posted in Google Classroom.
Any resubmitted homework will still have the same late penalty applied.
Submitting all missing work or resubmitting poorly done assignments at the end of the semester is not allowed.