6th Grade World History: This course is designed to introduce students to the past and present cultures of the world around them. As students mature and become more interested in that world, we will focus on how to study and think critically about that world. We will cover various aspects of geography, citizenship, government, history, economics, and culture.
7th Grade United States History to 1877: This course is designed to discuss American history through Reconstruction. In this course we will cover various aspects of geography, citizenship, government, history, economics, and culture. I will offer many different perspectives on historical events, focusing on social and cultural history.
8th Grade
United States History Since 1877: This course is designed to continue the study of American history from Reconstruction to the present. In this course we will cover various aspects of geography, citizenship, government, history, economics, and culture. I will offer many different perspectives on historical events, focusing on social and cultural history.
Earth Science: This course is designed to introduce students to the physical world around them. We will focus on the scientific method, minerals, rocks, plate tectonics, weather, climate, energy, water resources, and many other topics.
Materials: Your child will need a system to keep up with their material for each class, as well as paper on which to take any notes. The folders you purchased will work nicely. Students will be notified if they need to bring any other materials to class, such as markers or any other art supplies.
You do not have to purchase any additional supplies for the school year. The occasional Social Studies or Science project may require other materials, but I encourage you to be thrifty. I will never grade on quality of artwork, but on the ability to convey knowledge of the material.
Grading: Students will be given grades frequently throughout the course of the year. They will be weighted as follows:
- 30 % - Class Work / Quizzes / Participation - Any work completed in class. This includes quizzes, worksheets, or notes from class. Participation is unique to each child. I will keep a record of students who contribute to class through speaking, but also in their unique ways.
- 30% - Homework - Homework will be given regularly, but not frequently. Most homework will be graded for completion, and for display of content knowledge. If your child does not turn in completed homework, they will not receive full credit.
- 40% - Tests / Projects* - Tests will be given with the completion of each chapter or unit. Their dates will be announced well in advance and we will spend time in class for both review of the material and test-taking skills.
- *Different projects and tests may be weighted more heavily than others. A unit test will count more than a chapter test, and a quarter project will count more than a brief one. Each project will include a grading rubric for your consideration at the time of its assignment.
Communication: E-mail is the best way to contact me during and after school. I check it more than I like to admit. If you would like a telephone call, I will be glad to oblige. My classroom blog will be updated frequently. You can check there for homework assignments, as well as test dates and any information I can provide to guarantee the success of your child. If you have any questions regarding projects, tests, or anything, I will be glad to e-mail you electronic copies of most things I provide in class.
What You Can Expect: I will do my best to make sure each student succeeds in this class. I am available to discuss any grade and what we can do together to improve future performance. If your student is not comfortable with a topic or with his or her understanding of the material, feel free to let me know before and after class.
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