Dear Parent Or Guardian s15

September 5th, 2017

Dear Parent or Guardian, We would like to share with you the teaching arrangement that we will be using in your son/daughter’s US History class this semester. In his/her class, there will be two teachers working with all the students in the class. Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Standen will be available during this hour to work, teach and help your son/daughter. We would like to encourage you to contact either one of us if you have any questions about this teaching arrangement.

During this class, we will be using a model called “co-teaching” to meet the needs of all students in the class. We will both be actively planning for the class and sharing in the grading process. We want you to feel comfortable to contact either one of us about your son/daughter’s performance this semester. We look forward to working with you and your son/daughter.

Attached you will find the syllabus for this class that contains information about expectations, procedures, grading policies, etc. Please read and sign the back page. Your son/daughter needs to return this for a grade of 10 points by Friday, September 15th. Sincerely,

Mrs. Smith [email protected] 591-5554

Mrs. Standen [email protected] 591-5566 Carman-Ainsworth High School Course Syllabus TITLE OF COURSE United States History TEACHER’S NAME Mrs. Standen/Mrs. Smith Course Information Grade Level: 9th Room No.: 302 Duration: Full year – One credit Teacher Information Direct Phone No.: Mrs. Standen 591-5566 Mrs. Smith 591-5544

E-mail Address: [email protected] [email protected] Course Description This course will survey major events in American history from the and Overview of Civil War to the present. American History prior to the Civil War Content will be studied in a review unit at the beginning of the class. Then, the making of modern America will be studied in detail. As a part of this study, the contributions of all Americans will be emphasized. Political, economic and social developments will be analyzed as well as America's advancement to the position of a world leader.

Essential Outcomes Students will demonstrate their understanding of: of the Course Chapters 6-7 1. Students will understand changes and consequences relating to movement of people, land usage, and destruction of Native American culture on the Great Plains from 1870-1900. 2. Students will understand the problems related to urbanization—housing, crime, sanitation, water, fire, and transportation. 3. Students will understand the factors related to the growth of industrialization and its impact on cities, the environment, and people. 4. Students will be able to compare and contrast immigrant groups coming to the U.S. from 1870-1910 and Nativists’ reaction to immigration.

Chapters 9-11 5. Students will understand the origin, goals, and results of the Progressive Movement. 6. Students will understand the factors that led to imperialism, the consequences of U.S. involvement in foreign affairs and factors that lead to the U.S. becoming one of the worlds leading military powers. 7. Students will understand the causes of WWI, the impact of U.S. involvement, and the impact of the Treaty of Versailles.

Chapters 14-15 8. Students will understand the intolerance and fear that characterized the 1920s and returned the U.S. to a policy of isolationism. 9. Students will understand the impact that advancements in technology and changes in culture had on U.S. society. 10.Students will understand causes of the Great Depression, its impact on people, and presidential responses to this event. 11.Students will understand the major policies and programs of the New Deal its impact on people and the government. Texts and/ or Other Materials Materials 1. The textbook students will use is The Americans. 2. Students should purchase an 8 ½ x 11 inch notebook of at least 100 pages to be used only for US History. 3. You will need a pencil and highlighter. Colored pencils and glue are recommended. 4. Students should have folders for organizing handouts, homework, etc.

Students are to come to class prepared EVERYDAY to work with writing utensil, NOTEBOOK and book.

*If a student is not prepared with a writing utensil, one will be loaned to the student in exchange for collateral. (cell phone, headphones, or other item of personal value)

Grading Practices Your grade will be determined by dividing the number of points and Procedures you have earned by the number of points possible. Furthermore, grades will include homework, class assignments, Interactive Student Notebook, quizzes, tests, projects and participation.

In addition, students will earn a 5 point stamp on each assignment in their Interactive Notebook. Stamps are earned for work that is:  Complete and finished in a timely fashion  Quality  Accurate/Follows directions  Original  Appropriate behavior

Stamps will not be issued for students that are serving ISS/OSS on days that assignments are assessed for stamp points.

Semester grades will be determined by: 80% 1st, 2nd, 3rd Marking Periods 20% - semester exam

Class Participation—A portion of your grade will be class participation. You will be assessed and earn up to 25 points a week. We will follow the district “CA ROCKS” expectations and the classroom constitution when assessing participation.

Positive participation means: following instructions and class rules, treating others with respect, coming to class prepared, staying on task, helping your partner(s), listening, and anything that helps class run smoothly. Participation points will be deducted for violations to CA ROCKS and the classroom constitution. Some examples of deductions include but are not limited to:  absent  distracting behavior, don’t work  sleep  do not begin class immediately  no book, pencil  tardy

Please take advantage of this opportunity to make this portion of your grade an “A.” Format and Activities Teacher will: Lecture, lead whole class discussions, facilitate small and large group activities, provide assistance on class- work and administer appropriate assessments.

Students will: Take notes, participate in individual and whole class activities, complete independent readings, and ask questions to clarify understanding of material. They should also be prepared to complete homework and study for quizzes and tests on a regular basis. Attendance/Classroom Rules and ABSENCES:Classroom Policies Regular andclass Procedures: attendance and participation is the TardinessProcedures key to1. learningRespect and all beingpeople successful and property. in school. Treat Students everyone are with allowed dignityat most using 12 absences manners per and semester, kindness butat all should times. not Take come care close to ofthis the to classroom be as successful by picking as possible.up after yourself and putting materials away where they belong. We will have fun in Studentshere, are responsiblebut not at the for expense collecting of makeupothers. work from the teacher2. Bewhen prepared absent.. InBring the yourevent textbook, that quizzes notebook, or tests writing are missed, utensilsthey MUST and beany made other up necessary before/after items school to class within every one day. week3. (onlyBe onif absence time. Please is excused). be your All seat make-up when workthe bell must rings be ready made upto in begin as many class. days Failure as was to domissed so will plus result one. in a tardy. Also, please stay in your seats at the end of class and wait for TARDIES:the bellExcessive to ring. tardiness leads to: 4. Participate. Your participation in the class and in class  Lossdiscussions of participation will make points a more enriching experience for  Disruptioneveryone. of Always learning pay environment attention and avoid activities like sleeping and working on other work.  Phone call to parents 5. Please do not bring food, drinks or candy to class. The  Disciplinary action by administration (lunch detention, ISS) only exception we will allow is water in a water bottle. Also, do not use cell phones or music players during class. Make your best effort to be on time every day! Please make sure these items are turned off if you have them with you. It would be best for you to leave these items in your locker. If you do bring them and we see Assignment Assignment guidelines: them, we will confiscate them and turn them into the office Guidelines 1. Homework: short homework assignments may be per school policy. given. 6. NO PERSONAL GROOMING. Please take care of 2. Your notebook may be stamped for completion each personal hygiene needs at appropriate times outside of day. Stamps are earned by completing work in a class. timely fashion, with CA ROCKS appropriate behavior. 7. Passes: You will be given 6 passes to use for Late notebooks are not accepted for credit. emergencies only during the semester. Please take 3. Late work: late work will be accepted up to one week. care of your business before or after school and during Only partial credit will be given for late assignments. passing times. Per administration, passes are only for 4. All make-up tests will be taken before school or after emergencies. Also please refrain from using your pass at school in our room. a time that would cause a disruption to the learning 5. Getting assignments after absences: Students should environment. first ask up to 3 students what assignments they 8. Be responsible. Do your part to make your greatest effort missed. Students should also get lecture notes from everyday. This class will require you to be focused and to another student in class. If they still have questions work hard. We expect you will do the best you can to please see us after class, before or after school. succeed, and we will do our best to help prepare you to succeed.

These are simple and reasonable rules which align to CA ROCKS. Please adhere to them consistently to make the classroom experience enjoyable for all.

Discipline We are reasonably flexible and patient. We enjoy teaching and the company of students. However, we have zero tolerance for students who are rude, interrupt others, disrespectful of others or disrupt the learning environment. Chronic misbehavior will result in: 1. conference between the teachers and the student 2. a telephone call home 3. referral to the behavior interventionists and/or assistant principal’s office 4. gross misconduct-sent immediately to the principal’s office

Civic Responsibility As part of the social studies expectations, students will engage in civic responsibility throughout the course. Students will take on leadership roles within the classroom as outlined by student management positions. These positions include:  Tutors  Teacher Assistant  Materials Manager  Greeter

Students are expected to perform two different roles throughout the semester. Students will receive a performance grade as a leader in the classroom while serving in their assigned role for the week. Cell Per student handbook, cell phones can be used before/after Phones/Electronic school, during passing period and at lunch for school appropriate Devices: purposes only. They can be used in class only for instructional purposes with teacher permission. Inappropriate use will result in confiscation of the device and will require a parent pick-up and possible disciplinary action.

“Cell Phones and Electronic Devices Students may be in possession of electronic devices such as cell phones, IPods, MP3s, gaming devices, etc, at school with the understanding that the school district will not be responsible for damage, theft, or loss of such devices. Cell phones/electronic devices should be silenced and not used under any circumstances while classes are in session (including 7th hour) without approval from the supervising teacher 19 or an administrator. Teachers may include other restrictions during their class periods as they deem necessary.

Cell Phones/Electronic Devices are permissible for use:

In the morning before the start of school During passing time throughout the school day During a student’s lunch period

Out of respect and as a common courtesy electronic devices shall not be used in any school office or area of business within the high school building (i.e. Main Office, Guidance/Counseling Office, Student Support Services Office, Athletic Office, Attendance Office, etc).

Consequences for cell phone/electronic device violations are as follows: 1st Offense – Confiscation and returned upon parent/guardian pick-up or picked up by the student on the following Monday of each week. 2nd Offense – Confiscation and returned upon parent- administrator meeting. 3rd Offense – Confiscation and two day out-of-school suspension.

Failure to surrender an electronic device to a staff member will result in a one (1) day inschool-suspension if the device is surrendered to an administrator. Failure to surrender to an administrator will result in a two (2) day out-of-school suspension.”

***Note to parents: Please respect student handbook guidelines for student use of cell phones. This includes texting/calling students during instructional periods. Please be of the understanding that students will be allowed to contact you during designated times outlined in the student handbook.

Academic Integrity All students must do their own work. Cheating or copying another student's work will not be tolerated. Cheating and copying this will result in loss of credit for the particular work and may warrant a zero grade, a referral to the office for disciplinary action, and/or phone call to parents for both parties.

THIS PAGE IS LEFT INTENTIONALLY BLANK Please show and explain this to your parents/guardians and return this page to me.

My (step) son/daughter has shown me this syllabus. He/she has read the entire syllabus and understands it. By returning this signed slip on time, your student will earn 10 points.

______Student Name

Parent Signature ______Parent cell phone

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We can be reached at 591-5566/591-5554 or email at [email protected] or [email protected] if you have any questions.

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