Cardozo Middle School

2016-2017 School Year

7th Grade Social Studies

Cary Collins/ Teacher

Welcome To Jackson Public School District

• Educational philosophy is to instill cultural values and modeling them in students.

• My philosophy also includes influencing students academically, socially and morally.

• I need to teach children what I have learned throughout my school years and influence obtaining a College

• Education is one of the best achievements.

• My educational philosophy is making sure that students are eager to learn and are well prepared for instruction.

• • In my classroom, I consistently incorporate different types

of instructional techniques to meet the needs of diverse learners.

• The value within educational philosophy will always be to promote and produce good character in students, as well as for them to always learn regardless of the challenges ahead.

My Philosophy of Education

• Welcome students to your classroom.• This course is designed to enrich

students’ knowledge of History (social studies). The curriculum used provides content necessary to build a basic foundation in the subject.

• In addition to the goals, you are required to use critical thinking, creativity, practice and imagination to learn the content.

• History learning requires commitment on your part.

• Organization and a positive attitude are also very helpful.

Welcome Students!

Rules

• Enter class on time and prepared to work.

• Be in your assigned seat before the tardy bell rings.

• Bring all required materials to class.

• Follow directions the first time they are given.

• Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself.

• Do not bring cell phones or other electronic devices not permitted by the students’ JPS handbook.

Consequences

• Warning, teacher conference!

• Parent Contact!

• Teacher detention!

• Referral to principal!

Classroom Rules and Consequences

• Students are required to attend class at their scheduled time.

• Cutting class will result in referral to the administrator.

• Time on task, which includes being present, is essential for making good grades.

Attendance Policy

• Students are to enter the classroom quietly and in dress code.

• Go directly to your desk and take out your materials.

• Take out homework and turn it in.

• Sit quietly, review notes, and be prepared for instruction to begin.

• Once the teacher begins lecturing, pay close attention and take notes.

The Start of Class

• It is the students responsibility to ask for makeup work upon returning from absences.

• Excused absences, tardies, or dismissals will be allowed to earn 100% credit if work is completed within five days.

• Make-up tests will be given before school, between 7:00-8:00 am unless instructed otherwise.

• If you should have questions about the make-up work, wait until the end of class to ask.

Makeup Policy

In order to asses students understanding of units taught, students will be given weekly quizzes, chapter/objective tests, classwork, homework and projects. Rubrics will be used in the grading of assigned projects.

Grading Rubric• 100-90 A Excellent• 89-80 B Above Average• 79-70 C Average• 69-60 D Below Average• 59-0 F FailingThe final grade will be determined by averaging the four term grades.

Course Evaluation Policy

• Homework will be assigned daily.

• Homework is due at the beginning of each class.

• Homework must be placed in the daily assignment basket.

• Homework will be 30% of your final grade.

Homework

• There is absolutely no talking during exams.

• If you need anything from the teacher, simply raise your hand and wait to be addressed.

• If your eyes are wandering, the teacher will assume you are cheating and you will receive a zero.

• You are to remain quiet until all exams are completed.

• Quizzes will be administered by the instructor and at the instructor’s discretion.

Test/Quiz Expectations

• I strictly enforced JPS Dress Code Policy.

• Students must only wear uniform colors as required by the students’ policy, unless school/teacher notify otherwise.

• Shirts must be tucked in and pants pulled to the waist.

• Female skirts must be to the knee or below, not higher.

• Males CANNOT wear earrings or oversized jewelry.

Dress Code

• Please do not hesitate to ask questions?

• I welcome all questions pertaining to content.

• If you have questions please raise your hand and wait to be acknowledge?

• Do not ask questions or speak out of turn.

• I demand that the utmost attention be given to instruction from me and to directions that may be associated to the assignment.

Asking Questions

• If we need to leave the classroom for any reason, I will dismiss you by columns.

• As you leave the classroom, you are to line up along the wall outside the classroom.

• When everyone is lined up and silent, we will begin walking where we need to go.

• Do not talk, play, or get out of line!

Behavior in the Hallways

• My restroom policy is VERY strictly enforced.

• Students are expected to use the restroom before classes start, between change of classes, or during lunch.

• DO NOT interrupt instruction to go the restroom!

• If you have a medical condition, bring a medical note?

Restroom Policy

• I am FAITHFUL!• I wonder when will The Lord come back for his

people. • I hear brilliance when I speak!• I see a strong man in the mirror!• I want to accomplish my current goals. • I am worthy of receiving BLESSINGS from my

Heavenly Father.• I pretend all is well around my students during

bad moments.• I feel it when I hurt too, but it will not let it get

the best of me.

“I AM… ”

• I touch lives of students in a positive way.• I worry too; however, I always remember

to let The Lord handle my worries.• I cry tears of joy sometimes.• I am working hard on my life’s goals for

my family and I.• I understand that sometimes The

Heavenly Father wants us to take paths different than our own.

• I say positive and truthful things to help people.

• I dream, pray, then go for it!

“I AM…”Continued

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