HOMEWORK & LATE WORK

HOMEWORK
Unless indicated in our student trackers and discussed in class, expect weekly Social Studies homework  assignments.  This work will vary and will include a mix of vocabulary-building, reading practice, and map/geography exploration.  

Typically, homework will be handed out on a Monday and students will be expected to complete by Friday (However, in most cases, I always accept work on Mondays, without penalty, for those who want or need more time).  

As part of my class structure and teaching style, we also take time to write and plan a work schedule for HW in our trackers.

LATE WORK
Deadlines are important and this is a time to learn time management so that deadlines can be met!!!  However, since reading and writing and vocabulary practice is so vital, giving up on assignments is not encouraged in my Social Studies classes.  Therefore, late work is still work that is due. 
Unless negotiated in advance with me, or as part of an IEP or 504 plan, all unexcused late work receives a reduced score. Students concerned about low grades may have opportunities to raise grades through...you guessed it, reading or writing activities based on social studies themes.