Citizenship Rubric
Outstanding (O): A student must have all of the outstanding qualities to receive an outstanding citizenship mark.
Work habits/Organization
Rarely or never misses assignments
Is consistently on task.
Returns communication with parents when due (including test signatures)
Consistently comes prepared to class with materials and supplies
Classroom participation
Contributes willingly and effectively in class discussions
Works well with other group members
Pays attention and does not talk excessively
Has a positive attitude about class
Is respectful toward teacher, substitute teacher, and peers
No gum chewing or eating in class
Comes on time (no more than 1 tardy)
Satisfactory (S):
Work habits/Organization
Occasionally misses assignments
Is on task most of the time
Returns communication with parents without additional teacher intervention
Usually comes prepared to class
Classroom participation
Participates in class discussion when called upon
Attempts to work well with other group members
Pays attention and does not need to be talked to about excessive talking
Has a positive attitude toward class
Is respectful toward teacher, substitute teacher, and peers
No gum chewing or eating in class
No more than 3 tardies
Needs to Improve (N): A single item may drop your citizenship grade from an S to an N/U
Work habits/Organization
Consistently does not complete assignments
Has difficulty staying on task during class
Does not return parent communication promptly
Copying or plagiarizing
Classroom participation
Frequently unprepared when called upon
Has difficulty working with others in groups
Talks excessively
Does not always follow classroom rules/teacher’s directions
Needs to be redirected to focus and listen frequently
No more than 5 tardies
Chewing gum or eating in class
Unsatisfactory (U):
Work habits/Organization
Habitually does not complete assignments
Consistently off task
Does not return parent communication
Cheating on test (1 time) or copying or plagiarizing work (2 or more times)
Classroom participation
Does not participate in class
Disruptive behavior
Talks excessively, does not pay attention
Shows disrespect or disregard for others
Displays poor attitude toward learning
Six or more tardies
Chewing gum or eating in class (2 or more times)