Download Study Hard - History Scholars

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Welcome to Social Studies!!!
Your Teacher: Mr. Cegielski
The STEM SCHOOL
School Year: 2012-13
Warm Up
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Prepare to write a short
paragraph in your Cornell
notes in response to this
video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mr
qqD_Tsy4Q
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Students as well as parents are expected to frequently visit my
website at www.historyscholars.weebly.com.
WHY???: My website will allow you to view the curriculum as well
as the assignment calendar and then download PowerPoint notes,
readings and homework assignments! Why download
documents? Downloading documents on your own computer, flash
drive or cd saves time, ink and paper. Accordingly, I WILL NOT
PRINT READINGS AND ASSIGNMENTS. While this will require some
advance preparation on your part, you should only print those
assignments that I require you to do so. Students can submit
completed work, either by hard copy or by email!
TECHNICAL NOTE: You will need to unzip each unit
file. Documents are in PDF form or Word 2003 and 2007. You can
download Adobe for free at
http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html. If you
do not have Word, you can download a free 60-day trial version at
Microsoft's website: http://office.microsoft.com/enus/suites/default.aspx. Or, if you already have Microsoft Office
2003, but not 2007, you can download the compatibility pack to
view 2007 and 2010 documents here:
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=94
1b3470-3ae9-4aee-8f43-c6bb74cd1466&displaylang=en.
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Open-Office software may also be used to open documents. If
you have any problems or questions, please contact me.
Contact Information: My school email is
[email protected] I will respond to you within
24-48 hours.
Home work Club: Everyday, 3:00-4:00 pm. This is required for
ALL students who have been earning a “D” or “F” and are
missing assignments. Students will continue to attend until a
grade of at least “C” is earned. Per special request, I can also
make myself available for after school help and parent
teacher meetings during my plan period from 9-10:00am.
Biography:
Degrees: B.S. Anthropology, B.A History, M.A. U.S. History,
Professional Teacher’s license (Endorsement: Secondary
Social Studies).
Teaching Experience: Lincoln Park H.S., 2001-2005; and Peak
to Peak Charter School, 2005-2007; Carbon Valley Secondary
Academy, 2007-2010; Front Range Community College
(Adjunct Professor), 2008-present, STEM Lead Teacher for
Social Studies and LA departments, 2011-present.
My Educational Philosophy:
I want my students to meet their academic potential and
exceed educational standards. Using technology and multimedia, I employ multiple learning devices in the classroom,
including PowerPoint presentations, Google Sketch Up, video
streaming, Socratic Seminars and Fishbowl debates,
historical research and writing, role play, educational games,
and even occasional art projects. I follow the Core Knowledge
curriculum, but I also develop my own lessons and activities
to keep the curriculum fresh and to adapt to my students’
different learning styles. I also invite suggestions from
students and parents about how to make history exciting and
relevant in the classroom.
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CLASSROOM RULES
My Classroom Expectations, in conjunction with STEM’s emphasis
on character education as well as mission statement: “Relevant,
Rigorous, Real World Education Where Character is Key.”
I expect students to act appropriately and in the best interests of
this classroom community. This means:
1) No hitting or other physical contact in the classroom
2) No name calling or swear words. Verbal or cyber bullying will
not be tolerated!
3) No eating. Gum chewing is allowed, if disposed of properly.
Drink water with lids, rather than sugary beverages.
4) The classroom should be kept sanitary which means: Clean
your own messes. No trash should be left on the floor.
5) Raise your hand if you have a comment or you are responding
to a question.
6) No talking when I’m speaking. Listen actively.
7) Stay in your assigned seats, if applicable.
8) Assume responsibility for your decisions—both good and bad.
Accept consequences and learn from them.
9) Complete your work on time and stay on task. Don’t distract
others; work as a team and in your assigned roles on projects.
10) YOU MUST BE ON TIME! Students will have 5 minutes
between classes. Once I begin class, the classroom door will be
closed and you must be seated with your laptops and supplies,
ready to learn!
11) Abuse of laptop privileges (i.e. gaming) will not be tolerated!
If needed, you will lose laptop usage for the day!
*Note: If a student displays difficulty with meeting any of these
expectations, they will be asked to meet with me and/or the
Assistant Principal. If needed, I will contact parents/guardians
to assist with meeting these expectations.
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Mr. C’s Curriculum Plan—Page 7
6th Grade History and Geography
7th Grade History and Geography
UNIT II: ANCIENT CIVILIZATION OF THE MIDEAST--THE SUMERIANS,
BABYLONIANS AND EGYPTIANS
UNIT II: WORLD WAR I, 1914-1919
UNIT I: EARLY HUMANS AND THE RISE OF CIVILIZATION
UNIT III: EARLY CHINA TO 1900 (OPTIONAL)
UNIT IV: ARCHAIC AND CLASSICAL GREECE
UNIT V: ANCIENT ROME
UNIT VI: THE FRENCH REVOLUTION
UNIT I: U.S. IMPERIALISM
UNIT III: THE ROARING TWENTIES, 1920-1929
UNIT IV: THE GREAT DEPRESSION & NEW DEAL, 1929-1939
UNIT V: THE RISE OF DICTATORS, WORLD WAR II, AND THE HOLOCAUST
TEXTBOOK – THE AMERICAN JOURNEY, GLENCOE
UNIT VII: ROMANTICISM
UNIT VIII: LATIN AMERICAN INDEPENDENCE MOVEMENTS
UNIT IX: THE INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION
UNIT X: IMMIGRATION AND URBANIZATION
TEXTBOOK - WORLD HISTORY: JOURNEY ACORSS TIME, GLENCOE
8th Grade History and Geography
9th Grade Civics, 1st Semester
UNIT I: END OF EUROPEAN IMPERIALISM
UNIT II: CREATING A LASTING GOVERNMENT--THE CONSTITUTION
UNIT II: U.S. CIVICS – SPECIAL 2012 PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION UNIT
UNIT III: THE CONSTITUTION--A LIVING DOCUMENT
UNIT III: THE COLD WAR, 1945-1990
UNIT IV: FEDERALISM--THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE NATIONAL
GOVERNMENT AND THE STATES
UNIT IV: THE CIVIL RIGHTS MOVEMENT
UNIT V: MODERN CHINA, 1900-PRESENT
UNIT VI: THE ARAB-ISRAELI CONFLICT
UNIT VII: IRAQ--OIL POLITICS, TERRORISM AND WARS
UNIT I: INTRODUCTION TO GOVERNMENT
UNIT V: FOUNDATIONS OF CITIZENSHIP
UNIT VI: POLITICAL CULTURE AND IDEOLOGY
UNIT VII: POLITICAL PARTIES, VOTING AND ELECTIONS
UNIT VIII: THE EXECUTIVE BRANCH
TEXTBOOKS - WORLD HISTORY: JOURNEY ACORSS TIME, GLENCOE AND THE
AMERICAN JOURNEY, GLENCOE
UNIT IX: THE LEGISLATIVE BRANCH
UNIT X: THE JUDICIAL BRANCH
UNIT XI: THE BILL OF RIGHTS AND THE SUPREME COURT
TEXTBOOK – THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT: DEMOCRACY IN ACTION
Mr. C’s Curriculum Plan—Page 7
9th Grade Geography, 2nd Semester
JANUARY:
UNIT I: Basics of geography (five themes, maps, charts, graphs,
climate and vegetation, populations, political systems, urban
growth, economic systems), physical and cultural geography of
North America
FEBRUARY:
UNIT II: Physical and cultural geography of Latin America, Physical
and cultural geography of Europe
MARCH THROUGH APRIL:
UNIT III: Physical and cultural geography of Russia and the
Eurasian republics, Physical and cultural geography of sub-Sahara
Africa, Physical and cultural geography of North Africa and
Southwest Asia
MAY:
UNIT IV: Physical and cultural geography of South Asia, Physical
and cultural geography of East Asia, Physical and cultural
geography Southeast Asia, Physical and cultural geography Oceania
and Antarctica
TEXTBOOK:
10th Grade AP/CE World History
The AP/CE/honors curriculum will largely follow the regular 10 th
grade World History sequence but will be taught at an accelerated
rate and be geared to the following periods as designated by the AP
Institute:
10th Grade World History
Part I. World History, Early Civilizations to 1600
I. Introduction (Birth of humanity and civilization)
II.Early Middle Eastern Civs. (Sumerians, Babylonians, Egyptians,
Hittites, Assyrians, Phoenicians, Hebrews)
III. Ancient African Kingdoms (if time permits)
IV. Ancient Asia (India, China's Dynastic Period, and Feudal
Japan)V.Early European/Western Civ. (Ancient Greeks, Romans,
Byzantine Empire, Middle Ages, Renaissance)
Part II. World History, 1600 to the Present.
I. Modern Middle East (The Ottoman Empire, the Arab-Israeli
Conflict, Iraq)
II. Modern Africa (European imperialism and independence for
Africa)
III. Modern Asia--China, India [including Japan, Korea and Taiwan
if time permits]
IV. Latin America (European-Native American contact, European
colonialism and slavery, Latin American revolutions to the modern
day).
V. Modern European/Western Civ.(European exploration and
colonization, the Reformation,the Age of Absolute Monarchs and
Limited Government, the Scientific Revolution, the Age of
Enlightenment, the French Revolution, Nationalism, the Industrial
Revolution, Nationalism, World War I, the Interwar Years, World
War II, the Cold War, the Korean War, the Vietnam War)
TEXTBOOK:
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Student-Teacher-Parent Contract
This is to acknowledge that the student and parent/guardian have read the
course syllabus. Student and parent/guardian assume responsibility for
ensuring that the student meets all expectations and continues to act
appropriately in the classroom. As the instructor, I will work hard to ensure that
the student receives the best possible education by providing frequent
communication on academic performance and by complying with national
academic standards, the Core Knowledge curriculum and Best Practice Methods.
Concerning the Student:
Signature of Student:______________________________
Signature of Parent:_______________________________
Contact Information (Phone number and Email):
Other concerns I should be aware of:
The End and Thank You!
•My email is
[email protected]
•Thanks! I look forward to
working with all of you
throughout the year in helping
your child to reach his/her
academic goals!