Class Expectations

Class Expectations and rules we live by.

1. mr. Lopez 2013-2014 Welcome to social studies class

2. Email address: jherlynlopez@ wpcsd.k12.ny.us Room # 203 Eastview Middle School Need to reach Mr. Lopez?

3. Classroom Expectations RULES TO LIVE BY: Be on time and be prepared for class. 2. Do not interfere with the teaching and learning of others. 3. Speak when the time is appropriate and use proper language. 4. Be polite and respectful of the teacher, yourself, your classmates, and the school. 5. Always do YOUR BEST

4. BEHAVIOR Please be polite, positive and respectful R ESPONSIBLE O RGANIZED A CCEPTING R ESPECTFUL

5. Consequences Positive behavior Negative behavior Rewards if you choose to follow the rules: Daily: Homework-free pass. Every Week : Rewards such as stickers, pencils, pens, highlighters, etc. End of Marking period: A surprise gift for the class. Every Five Weeks : Class Celebration. If you choose to break a rule : First Time: Verbal warning. Second Time: Seat Change. Third Time: Call to parents. Fourth Time: Meeting with guidance. Severe Disruptions: Students will be referred to the AP and or principal.

6. Homework Policy It is important that you complete each homework assignment to the best of your ability. Homework will be given at least three nights a week. Your homework must be completed before you walk into class the day it is due. Another component to homework is studying vocabulary each day for at least fifteen minutes. This will help you learn the large amount of words necessary to be successful in Social Studies Class. Late work will be accepted! However, it will be dropped a grade for lateness. In case of an excused absence, you have one day to complete work in order to receive full credit ✓+ = 5 ✓ = 4 ✓- = 3

7. GRADING POLICY Quizes /Assessments--------------- -50% Projects- ------------------------------- -15 % Participation/Classwork---------- -10 % Homework--------------------------- --25% _____________________________ TOTAL -- 100%

8. Headings All students must have the follow heading on a daily basis. This is the easiest way to receive a good grade for organization. Binders will be checked on a monthly basis Name : ___________________ Date : __/__/20__ Period : ____ Objective:______________________________________ Do Now:________________________________________

9. Classroom Materials Writing utensils (pencil, pen- blue or black ink ONLY) 1 Highlighter 1 Three inch Binder 12 Count Markers 2 Glue Sticks 1 Box of tissues Green pocket folder

10. Units of Study GEOGRAPHY STONE AGE MESOPOTAMIA EGYPT GREECE ROME BYZANTINE EMPIRE THE ARAB WORLD MEDIEVAL TIMES In 6th grade social studies we will take a journey to the Eastern Hemisphere.  We will be visiting Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and Europe.  For each region of study, we will learn about important historic events and developments of past civilizations.  We will also learn about their customs, traditions, and religious beliefs through projects and enrichment activities.

11. Need Extra H elp? Learning such a vast amount of information can be very challenging. Please do yourself a favor and see me as soon as you feel necessary. Please don’t hesitate to make arrangements for extra help. YOU ARE ALWAYS WELCOME IN MY CLASSROOM!!