Texas History

Syllabus

Texas History

2021-2022

Jason Gray ◦ Julie Moore  o Megan Cisneroz

             “I have said that Texas is a state of mind, but I think it is more than that. Rich, poor, Panhandle, Gulf, city, country, Texas is the obsession, the proper study and the passionate possession of all Texans.”          - John Steinbeck

Areas of Study:

Geography of Texas ◦ The First Texans ◦ European Exploration and Settlement ◦ Colonization and Settlement ◦ The Texas Revolution ◦ The Republic of Texas ◦ The Lone Star State ◦ Civil War and Reconstruction ◦ The Close of the Frontier ◦ The Twentieth Century ◦ Texas Government and Politics

Textbook & Supplies:

“Texas History” from McGraw Hill

Ipad (Charged) & Ipad charger

5 Subject Spiral

Glue Stick(s)

Pencil/Pen

Grading:

Eanes ISD Middle School teachers are committed to grading and assessing in the best interest of our students. We believe grades and assessments communicate content knowledge, guide instruction, and reveal opportunities for enrichment and intervention. Daily assignments grades are final. 

Absences & Late Work

Absences:  Per district policy, students have one day for each day they are absent to make up missing work. 

Late work:  Assignments will have 5 points deducted each day they are late, with the final highest grade being a maximum of 70%.  If not turned in, this will result in a "0".  No late work will ever be taken after the unit is over.

Tests & Major Projects: 60% 

Students should check the 7th grade testing calendar regularly. They will be given test

dates at least one week in advance.

Skill Development : 40% 

Skill development will include daily grades, learning checks, and any other class work or assignments.

Retest Policy: 

Seventh graders will be allowed to retest if they score 69% or lower on a major test grade. The student is required to fill out the retest contract and can score up to 70% on their retest. Students are required to retest within five days of receiving their test grade. Retesting is intended for the occasional difficulty with content mastery. When students retest on a regular basis, parents will be contacted and a study plan will be developed, if needed. 

Tutorial Times for Texas History: 

Tutorials are offered every Wednesday morning from 8-8:30.   Earlier times are available as are other days upon request.

Discipline Management Plan

First: Redirect/Reminder

Second: Student/Teacher Conference

Third: Parent Communication/Discipline Referral

Skyward Family Access: 

All parents in Eanes ISD receive access to student grades through Skyward Family Access. Parents are encouraged to register for Skyward by going to the district website Skyward Family Access. In an effort to help students learn self advocacy, we encourage parents to first allow their child to consult with their teachers if a question regarding grades arises. Teachers will enter all grades into Skyward within one week of the assignment due date except for major assignments, tests, and/or projects. 

Communication: 

Please feel free to email us at any time with any questions or concerns. We will email you

back within one day. 

Jason Gray info: 

email: jgray@eanesisd.net

conference: 3rd period 10:30-11:20

Julie Moore info: 

Email: jtarkingtonmoore@eanesisd.net

conference: 8th period 3:10-4:00

Megan Cisneroz info:

Email: mcisneroz@eanesisd.net

Conference: 2nd period 9:31-10:24

Class Calendar

Required Materials/Class Supplies

Students will need a 5 Subject Spiral, any color and preferably plastic/vinyl for durability, pens/pencils, and glue sticks  All other supplies are available in the classroom such as markers, map pencils, rulers, and scissors.