We will cover three main topics this year. We will start with a geography unit, then a quick study over elections, and we will finish the year with a comprehensive study of Kansas History. Don't worry, there are plenty of fun things to learn!
Chromebook, paper to take extra notes on, writing tools, and student planner. If your binder has a pocket for colored pencils and highlighters great, we will use them during the year also.
There will be reading assignments that are intended to give you some background information. The assignments will come from the textbook, and also from readings in my classroom. Remember, the readings tell a story, so to help understand history, read the story and visualize what is happening. DON"T JUST READ THE WORDS. MARINATE YOUR BRAIN!
The students are encouraged to take notes. The notes are to be used as a study tool and for use on classroom assignments. An outline of unit objectives will be given at the beginning of each unit. Therefore, you will know what you will need to know for each unit / chapter assessment, and we will go over each objective in class. Flashcards will also be "offered" to each student. The cards will have a picture on one side and the students will add the proper information on the back to use as a study source. I will be glad to visit with you during advisory if you have questions, or need extra help with any assignment.
Remember; If there is something you do not understand, ask for help!
The grading scale at WRMS: A = 90% and above, B = 80% - 89%, C = 70% - 79% Below 70% = N
Your final grade will be based on: 30% of the grade will be your classwork, and 70% will be your assessment scores. So you can see that completing your assignments correctly, and then using them to study with is important since the majority of your score is assessments. Your classwork will be linked with the unit objectives, and will likely be on the assessments in some manner. So study the assignments also! There will be quizzes during each unit, and an assessment at the conclusion of each unit / chapter.
When assignments are posted they will have a due date posted. Usually the daily work will be due the following class period. Points will be deducted for late work. However, if work is passed due for too many days, no credit will be given for that assignment. No missing work can be turned in once we take the unit test. Make sure you are keeping up with the assignments in all your classes!
Participation is the key to good grades. Remember that the more you put in to your classes the more reward you receive when grade cards come out. Be involved and active. Ask questions and answer mine. I will try and make social studies personal to you. If we have fun together in class, it will make learning easy!
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Lets have a great 7th grade year!
