Mala Panday, Principal 150-91 87th Road

Jennifer Pineda, Assistant Principal

Queens, NY 11432
Stephanie Witt, Assistant Principal IA Phone: (718) 725-0402
Fax: (718) 725-0390
www.tywlsqueens.org

Participation in Government (2016-2017)

Mr. Z. Naqvi
Dear TYWLS Families,

Welcome to Participation in Government! The purpose of this course is to create a culminating

experience that relates the content and skills of the K-11 social studies curriculum to the individual
students need to act as a responsible citizen. Students will develop a better understanding of how local,
state, and federal governing organizations work and understand how citizens directly and indirectly
interact with government at all levels. Students will participate in rigorous activities that involve the
defining, analysis, monitoring, and discussion of public issues and policies. I look forward to working with
you to prepare your child for success.

Credits: 1

Course Topics:
Foundations and Comparative Perspectives Citizenship in Comparative Perspective
Citizenship, Participation, and the Electoral Process Legal Obligations of Citizenship
Legal Rights and Responsibilities

Materials for Differentiation:

This course will utilize a wide range of resources to meet the needs of all learners. We will incorporate
the use of film excerpts, educational video segments, visual and written primary source documents, and
graphic organizers.

Grading Policy
Assessment 50% (25% Exams, 15 % Quizzes, 10% mini-projects) - 20 % Homework - 30% Evidence of
Critical thinking in classroom

Recommended Materials: Spiral Notebook with 3 holes, 1 pack of loose leaf, 2 pocket folders,
blue/black pens, Planner

Project-based Learning Opportunities:

This course will use real-world activities and assessments including: class discussions, Socratic Seminars,
debates, mock trials, role plays, investigations, simulations, and Common Core expository and
argumentative essays.

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Communication and Extra Help:
I understand how difficult it may be for us to set a date to communicate about your childs progress. It is
for this reason that I have set up an account at www.pupilpath.com. This website allows you to see your
childs grades, assignments, and attendance. Tutoring will take place immediately after school on
Tuesdays from 2:20pm-3:00pm. Please feel free to contact me at Znaqvi@tywlsqueens.org or (718)725-
0402 with any questions you may have. Please fill out your contact information below and have your
child return it tomorrow.

Please continue reading on the back, then sign and return the slip below by Friday,
September 16th 2016

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Students Name (Please Print) _________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardians Name (Please Print) __________________________________________________
Parents Email Address _________________________ Preferred Contact # _____________________
Students Email Address ______________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Signature ____________________________________________________________

Academic Expectations
All work will be handed in on time
Late homework will not be accepted
Students will take pride in handing in neat and presentable
work
Work displays understanding of major concepts and history
It is encouraged to ask for help when needed
This classroom will be an environment promoting success
Students will help peers excel through discussion and asking
questions
Students are expected to adhere to school-wide attendance
policy and arrive to class on time.

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