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6th
JACK H. SKIRBALL MIDDLE SCHOOL
GRADE WORLD HISTORY ANCIENT CIVILIZATIONS
Teacher: Ms. Jenkins
Prep Period: 2nd period
[email protected]
Room 101
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Welcome to the 6th grade World History Ancient Civilizations course at Skirball
Middle School. My name is Ms. Jenkins and I will be your teacher for the
upcoming school year. I am very excited to begin working with all of you!
Course Description
In this class, students will study the ancient civilizations that form the basis for
modern society. This course starts with the study of the first hominids, and will
end with the height of the Roman Empire. Students will learn to think critically
and make connections as they study many fascinating cultures, from the
kingdoms of Egypt to the democracies of Greece, and even the vast Chinese
empires. As the course progresses, students will be able to describe the
similarities and differences between these ancient societies. Students will
demonstrate mastery in this course through writing projects, class
presentations, exams, and large projects.
Class Expectations
Listen – pay attention
Engage – participate and be an active individual in our classroom
Attend – be in your seat on time
Respect, Respond, be Responsible – be positive
Negotiate – find a way to make our classroom work for you
Classroom Materials:
Please see Materials List and purchase materials this week by Thursday and Friday.
Classroom Consequences
1. First offense: verbal warning
2. Second offense: temporary desk relocation/ loss of Scholar Dollars
3. Third offense: parent contact/ detention
If inappropriate behavior continues, you will be asked to leave the class until a
parent conference is scheduled, along with a signed behavior contract, prior to
returning back to class.
Additionally, Jack H. Skirball Middle School is starting an exciting new program
called “Scholar Dollars.” This program rewards students for maintaining a
scholarly presence throughout the school day. The opportunity to earn Scholar
Dollars helps the entire school maintain an optimal learning environment so
students feel safe and empowered to do their very best work.
Homework and Classwork
Due to the nature of the course, most assignments will be completed during
class time. Therefore, it is imperative that students remain on task to
complete each assignment in class. Homework should be turned in complete
and on time. Students will be required to attend mandatory detention
scheduled by the teacher that week to complete all missing assignments.
Additionally, it is the responsibility of the student to get information about
the assignments and to make up any work or quizzes from the day missed;
before/after class and after school will be the only times missing work can be
discussed with the teacher. Students will have until the end of the unit to turn
in any missing assignments; afterwards, assignments will not be accepted.
Standard-Based Grades
1 point = Below/ Far Below
Basic
2 points= Basic
3 points= Proficient
4 points= Advanced
Grade Scale
1.99 and below= Not
Proficient
2.6- 2.0= C
2.7- 3.3= B
3.4- 4.0= A
Note from The Teacher:
Remember, I am here to help you succeed and I will do everything in power to
make sure that happens! With that being said, LET'S GET BUSY!
Please return the bottom portion to Ms. Jenkins by August 7, 2014 and August 8, 2014
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------I have read the syllabus and classroom procedures with my parent/ guardian
and understand it is my responsibility to follow all rules and guidelines.
Student Name
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Student Signature
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August 4, 2014
Dear Parents/ Guardians,
My name is Nicole Jenkins and I wanted to personally welcome you and
your child to the 6th grade World History Ancient Civilizations course. I strongly
believe that every student can be successful with the right tools and attitude. I
am here for both you and your child so please feel free to contact me with any
questions or concerns you may have at any time. I am available during my
conference period for meetings and can be reached by email and messages left at
the office. I do ask that you review the syllabus and classroom procedures with
your child so we can work as a team to help your child reach their full potential.
TEAMWORK makes the DREAM WORK!
I have read the syllabus and classroom procedures with my child and will support
my child so that they are able to meet all guidelines; I will also support Ms.
Jenkins in making sure my child follows the classroom rules and procedures.
Parent Name
Parent Signature
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Phone
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Email
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Estimados Padres / Tutores,
Mi nombre es Nicole Jenkins y yo quería que usted y su hijo la bienvenida
personalmente a la 6 º grado World History Ancient Civilizations supuesto.
Creo firmemente que todos los estudiantes pueden tener éxito con las
herramientas y la actitud correcta. Yo estoy aquí para usted y su hijo así
que por favor no dude en ponerse en contacto conmigo con cualquier
pregunta o preocupación que usted pueda tener en cualquier momento.
Estoy disponible durante mi periodo de conferencias para reuniones y se
puede llegar por correo electrónico y mensajes dejados en la oficina. Yo
pido que revise el plan de estudios y procedimientos de la clase con su hijo
para que podamos trabajar en equipo para ayudar a su hijo a alcanzar su
máximo potencial. Trabajo en equipo hace el SUEÑO DE TRABAJO!
He leído el plan de estudios y procedimientos de la clase con mi hijo y voy
a apoyar a mi hijo para que sean capaces de cumplir con todas las
directrices, también voy a apoyar la Sra. Jenkins en asegurarse de que mi
hijo siga las reglas y procedimientos de aula.
Nombre del Padre
Firma del Padre
Teléfono
Electrónico de contacto
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You know your child best, please tell me about him or her.
Usted conoce a su hijo(a) major que nosotras. Favor de hablarnos de el/ella.
Strengths/Fuerzas:
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Areas where he/she needs attention/Areas dónde usted se sienta que el/ella
necesita atención:
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Questions or Comments/Preguntas o Comentarios:
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