1. Welcome Thank you for coming to Back to School Night
We will begin shortly
*This presentation will be posted on ASPEN and the class website for your convenience.

2. Grade Six History – Mr. Young
Tabb Middle School
Grade Six History – Mr. Young

3. Contact Information
School Phone:
Classroom Phone: (ext )
Planning Time
1:15 – 2:45

4. Classroom Expectations
Each class created their own norms. Basically include:
Follow directions
Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself
No cursing, teasing, or name-calling
Respect yourself, respect others, and respect your learning.

5. Determination of Grade
Description of Assessment
Percentage of Grade
Tests
Approximately 2-3 tests per quarter
40%
Quizzes
Approximately 2-3 quizzes per quarter
30%
Class-work
Approximately 6-8 assignments per quarter
20%
Homework
Approximately 6-10 assignments per quarter
10%

6. Late Work Students are permitted to turn in work late.
Assignments can be turned in until the end of the grading period.  Grading will start at 50%.
I do not ask for late work. It is the responsibility of the student to turn in the work when it is complete.

7. Test Re-Take
Students may retake tests at the invitation of the teacher or upon student or parent request. 
Different version of test covering the same information
Usually done after school on Tuesday (activity busses)

8. Absent
Students who are absent are responsible for getting make-up work from the absent folder upon return to school.  
Homework assigned the last class attended is expected to be turned in upon return to class.

9. Extra Help
Students may me with questions about classwork and homework
I am also available most Tuesdays to stay after school for help if arrangements are made at least one day in advance.

10. ASPEN Use to check grades
All other updates and resources are posted on Weebly website:

11. Quizlet Practice Pages
Use to prepare for tests and quizzes

12. Questions?

13. Helpful Hints for Studying
Have a well-lit, quiet place to study
Make sure appropriate materials are provided (highlighter, notecards, sticky notes, etc.)
Study minutes each night
Study a small part of the study guide each night
Make note cards
Use a folded sheet of paper
Use apps like StudyBlue and Study Stack