Author: Sherrie

Welcome to 8th Grade
2015-2016 Social Studies Syllabus
Teacher: Ms. Heather King
Text: Georgia and the American Experience; Georgia COACH Prep book

Show your work!

Conyers middle school

WHAT WILL I NEED EVERYDAY?

Two pencils, Two pens, paper, highlighters, and a pencil sharpener
Your spiral notebook (Interactive notebook)
An open mind, the willingness to work hard, and the desire to succeed

Fairness Policy
Students will not be allowed to redo assignments, unless every student in the class is given that same opportunity.

Keeping In Contact
Parent contact will be made as needed. If extreme circumstances arise, I will not hesitate to contact parents by phone. Parents are always welcomed to contact me by phone or by e-mail. I can be reached at 770-483-3371 ext. 23195 or hking@rockdale.k12.ga.us . Please be sure to check the website daily. Students will receive information on the first day of school.
*e-mail is preferred

Homework/ Class work Policy

Make Up Work Policy

Students will be issued homework Monday through Thursday, and parents are strongly encouraged to review his/her child’s homework nightly for at least 30 minutes. Homework will be incorporated in the student’s quiz and class work grades, and will have a significant impact on the student’s overall grade.
Class work will be issued accordingly and will be due in class.

A student has three days to turn in a late homework assignment. An additional 10pts. will be taken off the top each day an assignment it late. The student will receive a zero for the assignment after the third day; however, if a student chooses to make up the assignment after the third day the highest possible grade he/she can receive is a 70 if all of his/her answers are correct. Late work will only be received during the 4 1/2 week grading period in which it is assigned. It is at the teacher’s discretion whether or not he/she will allow students to submit late work if the assignment has been graded and returned or corrected during class.

Supplies
1 3” binder (AVID students)
Several pencils
2 Spiral notebooks per semester (70 , or more, pages each)
Colored pencils
Scissors
1 Sharpener
1 Pencil Pouch
2 Glue sticks
2 Highlighters

Late Work Policy

Upon returning to school following an excused or unexcused absence, it is the student’s responsibility to find out his or her missed assignments, complete these assignments within three days, and put them in the make-up work folder. If a student is absent more than three days, he/she may need to stay after school with his/her teacher to get caught up.

Warning!!! Any students caught copying assignments from others or allowing other students to copy their assignments
will receive zeroes on those assignments.

Course Description

Class Rules

Consequences

The focus of the curriculum concerns the progression of the State of Georgia throughout the context of the United States’ history. The relationship between Georgia, our nation, and the world will be examined. Students will study geography, historical events and personalities, economics, political science, and current events to better understand this great state.

I expect each student to follow the rules accordingly.
Respect all adults, peers and their belongings
Raise your hand for permission to speak or to leave your seat.
Come to class on time and with all materials.
No food, candy or gum allowed in the classroom. *
Always exercise self-control.
Electronic devices can be utilized for instructional purposes with prior permission from teacher.
No grooming
*unless given or approved by teacher.

If rules aren’t followed, these consequences will be given
Warning/Personal Conference with student.
Silent Lunch/Parent Phone Call.
Detention/team conference
Referral and parent phone call.
*Severe infractions will result in immediate referral.

Hi! My name is Heather King. I have taught grades 6 through 8 in the past in various subjects, which include World History, Georgia Studies, Science, and Special Education. I consider myself to be a life long learner and am very passionate about educating our youth. I believe it is imperative to have an open line of communication between myself and the parents/guardians of each of my student’s in order to promote optimum learning. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions, comments, and/or concerns. I look forward to making this a great year of learning! 770-483-3371 ext. 23195 or
hking@rockdale.k12.ga.us

Online Georgia Studies Resources:
http://www.gpb.org/georgiastories

8th Grade Georgia Studies Curriculum (18 Units)
Introduction to themes and concepts in Social Studies
Georgia’s Geography
Prehistoric History of Georgia
Exploration and Colonization of Georgia
Georgia’s Statehood
Foundation of Government in Georgia
Juvenile Justice System
Georgia State Government (All 3 Branches)
Local (City & Country) Government
Government Funding
Georgia’s Growth & Expansion
Antebellum Georgia
The Civil War
Reconstruction
The New South
The Great Depression & World Wars I and II
Post World War II
Personal Finance
** This list is not all inclusive, it only lists the main topics.

This year we will master the concepts of 8th grade Georgia Studies using tools such as Cornell Notes, interactive notebooks, collaboration, and much more. This syllabus should give you a good idea of what to expect this year, as well as outline my expectations of you. I’m looking forward to a successful year in 8th grade Georgia Studies. Thank you,
Ms. King
Parent Signature ______________________________________________________________________ Date____________________
Student Name (print)___________________________________ Student Signature _____________________________________
Thank you, Ms. Belle

Tardy Policy
1st tardy: Warning
2nd tardy: Lunch Detention / Silent Lunch (Parent phone call)
3rd tardy: Morning/After school Detention (45 min)
4th tardy: Office Referral