Mrs. Powers

8^th Grade

SC History

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Grading Policy

In my class I use the points system so that students can keep up with their grades easily. Each assignment will be given a point value based on the assignment. For example a Chapter Test may count 50- 70 points depending on the length. If the test counts 50 points and the student misses 10 questions then the student will receive a 40/50. You take the points earned and divide them by the points possible to get your grade. A 40/50 would be an 80. A 50/50 would be 100.

At the end of each nine weeks homework will be given a point value, depending on the number of homework assignments. One point will be deducted for every assignment the student misses. The student will be able to do the assignments missed and turn them in before the end of the nine weeks. THE STUDENT IS RESPONSIBLE for coming to me to see which assignments have been missed. Bell Work will be graded based on effort.

Class Rules

I will review with your child the classroom procedures I expect him/her to follow. The following is the management plan I will use for students who fail to comply.

1^st offense: Warning! Student Conference/Minor Disciplinary Action

2^nd offense: Parent Contact: Note/Letter/Phone Call/Conference

3^rd offense: Time Out or Lunch Detention

4^th offense: Office Referral

If a student’s behavior warrants it, any of these steps may be skipped, and the student referred directly to the school office.

This Week

v EXAM REVIEW

Lesson Plans

Plans may change due to pacing or unforeseen circumstances.

J.Powers’ Lesson Plans

Week of May 17

Student/Teacher Activities

Assessment

Homework

Materials

ALL STANDARDS AND INDICATORS FROM 8-3 TO 8-7. THE REVOLUTION TO THE TWENTIETH CENTURY.
Monday	Bellwork: The first week of May is “Teacher Appreciation Week.”  Take a minute and think about all of the teachers you have had in school.  Write a paragraph describing the qualities of a “great” teacher. S WS Instruction Time: 1) America the Story of US. 2) Students will write down 5 fact or 5 things that they thought were interesting throughout the video.		5 facts		Smartboard Paper Pencil Pen
ALL STANDARDS AND INDICATORS FROM 8-3 TO 8-7. THE REVOLUTION TO THE TWENTIETH CENTURY.
Tuesday	Bellwork: On May 18, 1980, Mount St. Helens , a volcano that had long been dormant, erupted. Name some natural disasters that have happened to SC and explain how these affected SC. S WS Instruction Time: 1) Students will work on their Exam Study Guide. 2) Read Silently.		Exam Study Guide Teacher Observation Question and Answer	Study Notes	Paper Pencil Pen Study Guide
ALL STANDARDS AND INDICATORS FROM 8-3 TO 8-7. THE REVOLUTION TO THE TWENTIETH CENTURY.
Wednesday	Bellwork: The third week in May is “National Police Week.”  Take a minute to reflect on the value of our police men and women.  Why is their help so valuable to the community? Think about the Regulator movement. S WS Instruction Time: 1) Students will Complete Exam Study Guide. 2) Review Game.		Review Game Question and Answer	Study Notes	Smartboard Paper Pencil Pen Review Game
ALL STANDARDS AND INDICATORS FROM 8-3 TO 8-7. THE REVOLUTION TO THE TWENTIETH CENTURY.
Thursday	Bellwork: On May 20, 1927, Charles Lindbergh took off in the airplane called the “Spirit of St. Louis” and became the first to fly the Atlantic Ocean alone.  In order to achieve this historic flight, Lindbergh had to be brave.  What is the bravest thing you have ever done?  Why do you consider this action to be considered brave? S WS Instruction Time: 1) Review Game.		Review Game Question and Answer	Study Notes	Smartboard Paper Pencil Pen Review Game
ALL STANDARDS AND INDICATORS FROM 8-3 TO 8-7. THE REVOLUTION TO THE TWENTIETH CENTURY.
Friday	Bellwork: On this day in 1881, the American Red Cross was founded by Clara Barton.  The Red Cross provides aide to people and communities in times of need.  Describe a time when you helped someone. S WS Instruction Time: 1) Exam Review Crossword Puzzle. VA 2) Student may work on Brain Teasers when the Study Guide is Complete.		Crossword Puzzle	Have a Great Weekend!! Study for Exam!	Smartboard Video on History Channel.com Video Questions
Abbreviations Key		S=Student SB=Smart Board V=Visual T=Teacher WS=Writing Activity A=Auditory B=Both RS=Reading Activity K=Kinesthetic

Contact Information

I look forward to working with your child this year. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns.

Phone: 673-1199

Home: 346-7390 Please do not call after 9 pm

Email: Jennifer.Powers@fsd1.org