Individuals and Societies 7th grade

Who is Mr. Coca? Individuals in societies ( formally known as social studies) is my passion. 13 yrs of experience Has taught Reading and writing for four years. Taught social studies for ten years. Love to learn Standards driven, student focused. “Everyday we live we learn.” - Maria Casillas Maldonado

E-mail jcoca@kyrene.org Phone (480) 541-6751 Contacting Mr. Coca E-mail jcoca@kyrene.org Phone (480) 541-6751

Grading Policy Assessments = 80% of the total grade Class activities, homework, daily journal, participation etc. = 20% of the total grade Grading percentage 4 point scale 90 - 100% = A 4.0=100%, 3.5=95%,3.0=90% 80 - 89% = B 2.5= 80% 70 - 79% = C 2.0= 70% 60 - 69% = D 1.5 = 65%, 1.0=60% 0 - 59% = F 0.5= 55%

Basic expectations & materials CLASS EXPECTATIONS : Be on time ready to learn Ask questions/ give answers. Be involved Be prepared Help others ; get involved If student needs help, ask. Be curious Have fun learning I can’t help if I do not know about it. Required Materials Journal for notes, reflections and other important information ( due every week) Paper to use to turn in assignments Something to write with pen or pencil. Students’ choice Highlighters

Homework Policies & Expectations write in her/his agenda daily so as to be aware of assignments and objectives. Complete assignments and turn them in on the date they are due. Students will receive partial credit for late work for up to a week after it is due UNLESS….. completed late assignments by attending Learning Lab (before school) or Homework Club (after school). For each late assignment the student will be expected to write an explanation as to why it was late, have the parent sign the explanation, and staple it to the assignment when turned in. THE EXCEPTION- ACADEMIC DISHONESTY (CHEATING) WILL RESULT IN A ZERO AND DISCIPLINE TO INCLUDE PHONE CALL.

7th grade GATE Course of Study

GATES Criteria

Guaranteed and Viable Curriculum Updated curriculum guides for all GATE courses address challenge, complexity, choice and control provide extension and enrichment consistency across schools collaboration between teachers Syllabus for each course showing expectations and learning outcomes Learning compacts are in place for participation in GATE courses to ensure courses are rigorous

Criteria for Placement Initial placement of students as they transition into 6th grade includes Identification in one or more areas of giftedness AND/OR Multiple measures of high ability (e.g., AzMERIT proficiency, classroom grades, teacher recommendation) Full criteria available at https://www.kyrene.org/AdvPlacement Subsequent course placements are defined by the course of study

If you are unable to visit the booth today, you can always contact Parent Vue Parent Vue provides a digital opportunity for parents and guardians to monitor their student’s grades, missing assignments, attendance and tardies in real time. In order to gain access to Parent Vue, you will need an access code. Please visit the Parent Vue booth in the MPR to get your code today! If you are unable to visit the booth today, you can always contact Ms Judi Winiarski in our front office through email or phone. Her email is jwiniarski@Kyrene.org . Her phone number is 480-541-6603.

Cell Phones, Food and Drink… This year at KMS, we will: OH MY! This year at KMS, we will: Keep our cell phones on silent during our time on campus Keep our cell phones inside our backpacks at all times during our time on campus Only use our cell phones when directed by teachers for educational purposes Bring our lunches to school or have them dropped off by parents or guardians in the office. Commercial food service deliveries will not be accepted on campus. Bring water to drink when on campus. Starbucks, Dutch Bros, Dunkin’ Donuts or any other food/snack items must be consumed prior to arrival on campus.

Hallway Flow Students will be expected to follow a flow of traffic in each of the F, G and H buildings. These practices are in place in order to provide a safer and more efficient flow for students to manage their movement from classroom to classroom and exiting the building. Stickers on the floor will help guide student flow and where to line up for their class.