Cactus Shadows Curriculum Night 2017-2018 World History/Geography

Welcome Bret Lineburg blineburg@ccusd93.org 602-758-2562 https://www.ccusd93.org/site/ Default.aspx?PageID=3198 Bachelor’s in Secondary Education (History) Welcome

Best method of contact through the contact form on my website Best after school (2:00) Infinite Campus grades (check them frequently!) Please email me with questions Parent-Teacher Conference appointments can be made any day after 2:00 Communication

Content 10,000 Years of History! Analytical skills 8,000 B.C.E.-present day How ancient societies developed and affected modern day civilization Forming historical empathy Analytical skills Primary and secondary source documents Appropriate discussions and debates Content

https://www.ccusd93.org/ Page/3203 Syllabus

Rules No Cell Phone Zone Poster- Expectations Classroom Routines

Academic Expectations High rigor and high expectations Personal Responsibility I do not give grades, my students earn them Students will be expected to contribute to class discussions, Socratic seminars, and debates respectfully and appropriately Academic Integrity Policy Academic Expectations

Homework Policy Main purpose is to check for understanding Practice for Mastery I do offer late work for my students 1st missed day=50% Please encourage them to finish missed assignments!! Homework Policy

Assessments I do exams every 1-2 chapters Will vary in style and amount (multiple choice, short answer, document analysis) Students may review their exam during my office hours I perform informal checks during class through partner and small group discussions Students are encouraged to come after school or during lunch to receive further clarification Assessments

Exams- 60% (includes midterm) Classwork/homework- 20% Final Exam- 20% Grading

Attendance Be on time Be there EVERYDAY Be Prepared 5 absences- parent notification 8 absences- warning notice 13 absences- loss of credit Attendance

Student Support Office Hours- Before and After School from 2:00- 3:00 Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri Free Tutoring- Library Free Tutoring- NHS Student Support

TIPS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS Check IC regularly for grades and assignments Check homework for completion Ask about school Communicate with teachers and counselors TIPS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS

Tips for Student Success Ask what they’re learning!! You might learn something new too! High School students need the same follow-thru, time and attention that an elementary student needs. Parents with high expectations have students who succeed. Tips for Student Success

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