Welcome to 6th Grade Social Studies
The following is an outline for success in Mr. Kasse’s class. Each student and his/her parent(s) are required to read, understand, and discuss the expectations of this outline. Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns.
Course Description
Students will study the emergence, expansion, and decline of civilizations and societies from the beginning of human existence to the Age of Exploration (through 1450). Students will use the acronym “GRAPES” as a way of organizing the material throughout the year. “GRAPES” is an acronym for geography, religion, achievements, political systems, economic systems, and social structures.
6th Grade Units for Social Studies
Quarter 1: "Geography: continents and oceans, landscapes, and the 5 themes of geography. Early, nomadic, hunter-gatherers until 3400 BCE ”
Quarter 2: 3400 BCE to 1200 BCE “River Valley Civilizations”
Quarter 3: 1200 BCE to 400 CE “The Classical Age”
Quarter 4: 400 CE to 1400 CE “The Middle Ages, Renaissance, and Reformation”
6-4 Classroom Expectations
Respect All
· I will respect myself, others, and property.
· I will use good manners.
· I will cooperate with my classmates.
Accept Responsibility
· I will come prepared with appropriate materials.
· I will take care of all materials.
· I will be an active student.
· I will clean up after myself (classroom and locker).
Make Good Choices
· I will follow directions the first time they are given.
· I will listen to my classmates and teachers.
· I will be honest at all times.
· I will think for myself when faced with a choice.
· I will use my time wisely.
Safety Comes First
· I will keep my hands, feet, and objects to myself.
· I will keep four on the floor at all times.
· I will use materials the way they are intended to be used.
· I will push in my chair when I’m not in it.
· I will walk everywhere.
Classroom Routines and Procedures
· It is your responsibility to begin working as soon as you enter room 1312.
· It is your responsibility to bring your Social Studies notebook (HILL), pencil pouch, and agenda with you every day.
· If you are absent, it is your responsibility to make up all missed work. Please see me during homeroom to discuss your missing work.
Materials
· Spiral notebook
· Agenda
· A full pencil pouch
Communication
It is my belief that communication between parents, teachers, and students is essential to student success. Parents and students are encouraged to contact me via email with any questions, concerns, or feedback. Likewise, I will contact parents and the student should a concern arise.
Contact Information
Email: gkasse@wcpss.net