Course Description:
Welcome to seventh grade Social Studies. This worksheet will provide students and their families with the proper information to help ensure a successful academic year. In our classroom, we will be taking a historic journey into the past. During our journey, we will become historians searching for facts, analyzing sources, and putting the pieces of history together. In particular, we will be taking a close look at Western Civilization from the fall of the Roman Empire through the Age of Exploration. I look forward to taking this exciting and educational journey with you!
Sincerely,
Mr. Walsh
jwalsh@mtps.org
Required Materials:
Loose leaf paper
Binder and/or folder
Pens and/or Pencils
Earbuds
Classroom Rules:
Respect your classmates, your teacher, and your classroom.
Raise your hand and wait for permission to speak.
Come to class on time and please be prepared.
Always put forth your best effort and always have a positive attitude.
All additional school rules will apply in this classroom.
Grading:
Your grade will be based upon the following grading requirements:
Assessments: 45% (Ex: tests, quizzes)
Students will receive advance notice for all tests.
Applications: 40% (In-class projects, do-now activities, exit tickets)
Common Assessments: 5% (One per marking period)
Independent Practice: 5% : Assignments are checked for understanding, effort, and quality. Assignments will count as 2 points if handed in on time and done completely. Late assignments will only be accepted one day late and be worth 1 point if done completely.
Online Programs: 5% : (Achieve3000)
Parents and students should check Parent Portal frequently to receive progress updates.
Absences do not dismiss students from classwork. In order to complete missed work, absent students should check the class website/Google Classroom, call a friend from class, or ask for extra help during “plus” class. Additionally, students or parents may email me (jwalsh@mtps.org) for any missed work.