1. Centennial Curriculum Night 6 th Grade Social Studies Mrs. Jake Ljake@kyrene.org 480.541.6549

2. Introductions This is my 9 th year teaching in Kyrene Yes – I am a proud ASU Alumni I have two amazing daughters E-mail is the best way to reach me. (I apologize in advance; I am horrible about returning phone messages) I am excited to teach your students!

3. Sixth Grade Social Studies Curriculum Map First Quarter – Aug 6 to Oct 10 First Quarter – Aug 6 to Oct 10 Forms of Government 5 Themes of Geography Ancient Civilizations of North America - Mogollon, Anasazi, Hohokam, Adena, Hopewell, & Mississippian Ancient Civilizations of Central & South America - Mayan, Aztecs & Incas

4. Sixth Grade Social Studies Curriculum Map Second Quarter – Oct 15 to Dec 21 Ancient Civilizations of the world Egypt India Mesopatamia China.

5. Sixth Grade Social Studies Curriculum Map Third Quarter – Jan 7 to March 8 Anceint Greece & Rome Renaissance & Reformation February – Field trip to Az Renaissance Fesitval Your tax credit donations help our team a great deal!

6. Sixth Grade Social Studies Curriculum Map Fourth Quarter –March 18 to May 22 Religions of the World - Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity & Islam. Climate Change Economics & Personal Finance

7. Agendas/Planners: Please help your student remember to use the school agenda each day. The students will be given time at the beginning of each week to copy the agenda from the board. Parents can help a great deal by checking the agenda in their student’s planner each day.

8. Homework: The majority of social studies activities will be completed in class, but occasionally there will be homework. In addition there is a monthly Social Studies Current event due. Students are responsible for paying attention and knowing exactly what their homework assignment is and when it is due. If a student turns in their homework late, the student may receive only partial credit for the assignment.

9. Mrs. Jake’s Web page 6C Team page 6C Assignment Calendar 6CHomework Hotline

10. Textbooks – we have an in class set of books only. Make-up work must be completed in Academic Lab or Learning Lab Reading & Writing in Social Studies our curriculum is aligned with the new national Common Core standards for literacy

11. Grading-Standard Grade scale Grades will be determined by completion of Assessments (Tests, Quizzes, & Projects) & Practice (Classwork and Homework). Grades will be posted in the Parent Portal regularly. Please check student grades there on a regular basis. Use the calendar view to check for assignment due dates. Late assignments will be given ½ credit

12. Tardiness: It is important to maximize our classroom time; Our learning begins when the bell rings. Students are to be in their seat when the bell rings. Our new school policy requires students to serve a tardy lunch detention if their are tardy.

13. Misc. Students are encouraged to bring a water bottle, but please no soda or dark colored drinks ( i.e. red Gatorade )

14. Reminder, no electronic devices !

15. Thanks! With your help I am looking forward to an incredible your of learning