Miss C.

Coleman
Norview High School
Room 306
CColeman@nps.k12.va.us

Website:
http://norview.weebly.com
Norview High School
Honors World History II
Syllabus/Course Outline

Course Description
Welcome to Honors World History II! This class enables students to explore the historical
development of people, places, and patterns of life from 1500 to the present. Students will study
the origins of much of our heritage using primary documents, maps, pictures, stories, diagrams,
charts, chronological skills, research skills and technology skills. Students will study related
concepts of geography linking how people in various times and cultures influence and are
influenced by their physical and geographical environment. This course is a state-tested SOL
course and students must also pass this exam to receive credit. You will also
complete multiple Document-Based Essays throughout the year.
Required Materials
Binder with at least 7 dividers, paper, writing utensil, highlighter
Expectations
1. Be respectful. I will NOT tolerate hate language of any kind. In addition, use of words that
reference sexuality or sexual acts will be dealt with harshly.
2. Be awake with your head UP. You will not sleep in my class. I will never allow it. Refusing to
pick your head up is disrespectful and will result in being removed by security.
3. Be present and on time. Norview High School attendance and tardy policies will be
enforced. Seven unexcused absences (which includes suspensions) results in a failing grade,
regardless of classroom and test performance.
4. Be prepared with your homework, binder and writing utensil every single class.
5. Bathroom Policy- Students may not leave during the first 20 or last 20 minutes of class or
during Direct Instruction (notes). No passes more than once a week.
6. No passes to see other teachers/guidance counselors/coaches, etc. Theyll find you if they
need you.
7. Academic Integrity: Cheating or Plagiarism of any kind will result in a failing grade for
the assignment and disciplinary action as dictated by the NPS Code of Conduct.
8. Cell Phone- Keep them away and silenced. If I see it on (That includes checking the time-I have
a clock), it goes to Phone Jail (or downstairs with security- your call)
9. All other NPS rules and expectations (Dress code, Tardy passes, etc)
10. Honors expectations- I expect a higher level of performance from Honors students.
This does not include just academics, but also maturity and responsibility. I will not allow the
same conduct that one would see in a regular classroom. Any student who fails to rise to the
challenge will be moved into a more fitting regular setting.
If you choose not to follow the above expectations, your consequences are as follows:
1) Verbal Warning
2) Parent Contact
3) Academic Consequence- This is an additional assignment. Its your chance to
avoid a referral. Failure to complete = referral for original act.

4) Referral
* Changes may be made according to severity of situation. Any deliberate cursing, physical
contact, threatening, electronic devices, cheating or disruptive behavior will skip straight to #4.
Procedures
1. Beginning of class
Turn in homework before class begins.
In seat within 30 seconds of bell
Review material for quiz
2. Quiz
Every day (unless test day or Day 1 of new unit)
No belongings on desk OR LAP during quiz
When completed, flip over to signify completion
3. Warm Up
Complete warm up after you finish quiz
Be prepared to discuss thoughts
4. Direct Instruction
Notes on board or PPT
Frequent questioning will occur to ensure comprehension. Participation is required.
5. Activity
Application of information gained in Direct Instruction
Include (but not limited to) primary source analysis, debates, essays, maps, etc
Goal is to complete IN CLASS. If you do not, you must complete at home IN ADDITION to
homework.
6. Post-Activity
If you complete classwork, you may begin homework, read a book or complete extra
credit.
You may NOT talk, text, listen to headphones, sleep, etc
When 3-5 minutes remain in class, we will wrap up and review information for next class.
7. Homework
Unit HW sheet will be given out with assignments for each day.
(Usually) requires use of textbook
Not accepted late. If absent, you must bring in the homework that was due the day you
missed AND the homework that is currently due.
8. Miss a class?
YOU are responsible to get the notes that you missed. You can get them from a friend or
come into the classroom on your OWN time-before school (7:00-7:25), during your lunch or
after school (2:05-2:30).
Copies of notes and classwork assignments will be available in a binder on the counter.
They are due the NEXT DAY unless a different arrangement is made with me.
Notes and assignments are also available on the website
Grading Policy
- Tests 25%
- Quizzes 20%
- Alternative Assessments 15%
NPS Grading Scales
A = 93-100 A- = 90-92
C = 73-76 C- = 70-72

- Class Assignments 15%

- Final Exams 15%

- Homework 10%

B+ = 87-89 B= 83-86 B- = 80-82 C+ = 77-79

D+ = 67-69 D = 64-66 E = 63 and below

I look forward to working with you this year! I know that together we can ensure your
success not only in this class, but in future college courses as well. Please sign the
syllabus below and have your parent/guardian sign as well to ensure that all
concerned parties understand the information as provided.
Student: printed name and signature
Parent/Guardian: signature and phone number or email