American History- AP Style

 Team: 8-5                                   Teacher:  Mrs. Lauver

  1. Greetings Young Americans!   As your guide through the history of the foundations of this great country, I am honored to share with you the “Excitement” of learning the American Way.  Although I am a lady, I have been allowed to attend University, which is an honor for a woman in the colonial time period.  I am a graduate of Wright State University where I earned a degree in secondary education and two degrees in Economics and Political Science.  As I ventured westward, I attended the University of Cincinnati.  My master’s degree in Public Administration and Finance are worthy degrees.  I look forward to sharing the love of learning and the pride of American History with you as a young scholar.

 

  1.  At the end of the course, students will…..
  1. Know…
  2. Be able to do…
  3. Understand….the impact of geography, economics, shared beliefs of values, and the power of the individual on the development of the American Nation.

 

  1. Required Materials:

 Pens, pencils, highlighters, paper, colored pencils, 2” /3 ring binder with paper and tab dividers and most importantly a “brown paper bag covered text-book.”

  1. Course Schedule:  The 8th Grade Social Studies curriculum is an in-depth study of our country from the years of 1607-1877.  The study incorporates each of the Ohio Social Studies content standards:  History, People in Societies, Geography, Economics, Government, CITIZENSHIP & RESPONSIBILITIES, and Social Studies Skills and Methods. 

 

  1. Team Expectations:  Team 8-5 follows the rules set by the Forest Hills School District that are located in your planner.  The student is responsible for reading and following these rules.  The consequences of your behavior are outlined in the student planner.  All students have the right to learn in a safe and enriching atmosphere.  Any student who interferes with the learning of others or disrupts the teaching of the classroom will be written up and parent contact made. 
    1. Tardiness is unexcused.
    2. Students will need to be in their seats and prepared at the start of class.
    3. Late-work will earn a reduction of points, 5 points per day after 3 days it will not be accepted.
    4. Make up work is the responsibility of the student, please see me at the start of class or in the morning to review any missed assignments. 

 

    1. Freedom Passes!!!- Great Ways to earn a Better Grade.  Details will follow in the upcoming weeks

 

  1. Team Grading Policies:  The team uses a pure point basis.  This means every point counts.  All assignments carry different point values, together they allow you to earn a total grade for yourself, which reflects you as a learner.
  1. Grading Scale: The grading scale will follow that of the district.

93-100% A 85-92% B   76-84% C   70-75-% D Below 70% F
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  1. Every Student Can Learn.  You are the master of your education. 
    1. Come to Class Prepared to Learn.
    2. Listen and Ask Questions for Clarity.
    3. Participate.
    4. Read and Review daily for 20 minutes.
    5. Ask for help, sooner not later.
  1. Contact Information

 

  1. Mrs. Donna Lauver
  2. 513-474-5407 Team 8-5
  3. Donna.Lauver@foresthills.edu
  4. http://www.foresthills.edu/nagel85/team85.htm
  5. E-mail is the best way to contact me.

 

Student Signature_______________________________________ Date:  __________

Parent Signature _______________________________________Date:  ___________