Dear Students,
As you were previously informed by email, the Ontario Ministry of Education published updated Attendance and Participation policies effective September 2026. These requirements are now in effect and apply to your courses at Averroes Academy.
Please remember that Attendance and Participation form part of your final course grade:
- Grades 9 and 10: 15% of the final grade
- Grades 11 and 12: 10% of the final grade
Students are expected to attend all scheduled online sessions, arrive on time, participate actively, respond to teacher communications, and maintain consistent engagement with course activities. Missing scheduled meetings, failing to participate regularly, or not responding to required teacher communication may negatively affect your Attendance and Participation mark and, as a result, your final course grade.
Please make sure that you:
- Attend all scheduled online sessions on time.
- Contact your teacher in advance if you are unable to attend.
- Respond promptly to emails and meeting invitations.
- Participate actively and appropriately during online sessions.
- Reschedule missed meetings as soon as possible, when permitted.
These expectations are part of the updated Ministry requirements now in effect, so please take them seriously and ensure that you are meeting your responsibilities in every course.
Thank you for your immediate attention and cooperation.
Averroes Academy