Dear Parents/Guardians:
The following is a list of the due dates and an explanation of the research paper that your son/daughter will be working on between now and winter break, in addition to other classwork we will be doing. A portion of the work for your son/daughter’s research paper will be done during class time, and a portion is to be done on his/her own time. This project will constitute 30% of the 2nd marking period average and 20% of the final exam grade. Please sign the bottom of this letter after you have read the explanation so I know you are aware of this project and all the due dates; it will count as a homework grade for your child. Thank you for your cooperation and support!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Mancini
DUE DATES:
Paper Topics (Author’s name) chosen in class, Fri., 10/28
Library Research in class, Weds. - Weds. 11/2- 11/9 5 points
Works Cited Page draft due Mon. 11/14 10 points
30 Notes (on citation sheets) due Fri. 11/18 15 points
Outline Tues. 11/22 15 points
Rough Draft (at least ½ complete) Mon. 12/5 15 points
Complete, edited rough draft
and typed Final Copy w/ works cited page Tues. 12/13 40 points
**There are NO EXCEPTIONS regarding each due date. If the work is not handed in on time, credit on that part of the project will be lost. Students may not re-submit any part for a higher grade. If problems arise students should come to me to clear them up as soon as possible. Any portion may be submitted early.
**Please keep in mind that printer emergencies may be solved via email to: rmancini@acsdny.org
**In the event of snow on a due date, the assignment due date will default to the next day that school is in session. Please check the class website if you are unsure.
I have read the 9th Grade Research Paper explanation. I am aware of the project and its due dates.
Student’s Name _____________________________________________
Parent’s Signature ___________________________________________
Note: the rest of the instructions for this project can be found under the "handouts" section of this website.