Student's social studies book is to be kept at home.  Encourage your student  to read a small amount of text each evening, so it does not become overwhelming. 

Late work: 1 day late = 75%, 2 days late = 50%, 3 days late = no credit...Let's get that work in on time for 100% credit!

Extra Credit:  One extra credit report/ per term on something we are currently studying.  The report should be 2-3 pages, typed in the student's own words.  A rough draft should accompany the final draft report.  Be sure to include a bibliography, citing all sources used.