Welcome to Sixth Grade Social Studies at Murphysboro Middle School. This course emphasizes the study of ancient civilizations. Our studies of these civilizations will use the College, Career, and Civic Life Standards for Social Studies. We will cover ancient civilizations to learn how mankind has grown over the history of the world.  We will study Mesopotamia, Ancient Egypt, Ancient Israel, Ancient Rome, Ancient China, Ancient India, and Ancient Greece. 

Class Schedule

Each FULL week will follow a similar outline so we can maximize the time in class. 

Monday - SS and Science Class (37 minutes each)

Tuesday-  SS and Science Class (37 minutes each)

Wednesday - Full Block class lab either SS or Science (74 minute block) 

Thursday- Full Block class lab either SS or Science (74 minute block) 

Friday- SS and Science Class (35 minutes each) - 2:30 dismissal

Class Assignment Weights

Assignments will be weighted according to the following categories: 

History - 40% of grade 

This includes assignments and tests related to the learning of historical events of each of the civilizations. 

Geography- 40% of grade

This includes assignments and tests related to learning the modern geography of the places we are studying, including the monthly world and spatial geography test. 

Civic Duty- 20% of grade

This includes coming prepared to class with ALL materials, ready to learn.  It also includes active participation in our in class labs and activities.