World History

Mr. Highsmith

Introduction
Welcome to class! 2nd Nine Weeks
Classes added because there are a large number of Sophomores. Students will be added to this class all week. The students in this class were randomly selected.

Expectations
I am here to TEACH. You are here to LEARN.
Expectations:
1. I expect you to be quiet and in your seat when class begins.

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I expect you to be prepared for class.

I expect you to raise your hand when you have a question.

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I expect you to be respectful of your classmates and me.

I expect you to use appropriate language at all times.

Consequences
Some of you will make the wrong choice in this class. Get this straight:
I do not tolerate disrespect. I do not tolerate excuses or blaming others when you do not do the right thing. I expect you all to act like civilized human beings. IF you fail to live up to this standard then I will not hesitate to set you straight.

Consequences (Cont.)
We will use the Step Approach to address classroom infractions. Steps:
1. 2. 3. 4. Conference with the teacher after class. Phone call to a parent/guardian. After-school detention with the teacher. Referral to the appropriate principal.

Class Website
mrhighsmith.tumblr.com You will find bellwork, vocabulary lists, and powerpoints (notes). The website will be updated weekly. This is your tool to help you if you are absent.

What to do when class ends

Make sure:
All trash is picked up All desks are straight Everyone is quiet

Wait for my permission to be dismissed.

YOU may NOT leave until I say so.

When You Are Tardy

Hand Mr. Highsmith your Tardy Pass. Sign the Tardy Notebook. 3 Tardys = Principal Referral

When You Are Absent

Get the assignment or worksheet from Mr. Highsmith. Do the work at home. If you miss a test because of an excused absence, inform Mr. Highsmith and arrange a make up time after school. If you have an unexcused absence, you will NOT be able to make up the work.

Class Assessment (Grades)

There will be five areas of assessment in this class. These areas are independent to each other.
They are each important to your success.

I expect you to do good work in this class.

We all have different abilities and skill levels. Your personal best could be an A, B, or C.

Tests and Quizzes

1. Tests and Quizzes (35%)
Your tests will cover the material we discuss in class. There will be a test at the end of each chapter. Quizzes will be assigned periodically.
You will be allowed to use your class notes.

Participation
2. Participation (20%)
Each day you will be graded on your participation. IF you dont like to talk, DONT worry! This system is in place to reward participation and GOOD behavior. Lesson:
If you are going to be RUDE, LOUD, DISRUPTIVE, or DISRESPECTFUL, you will NOT get your points for participating and your grade will suffer.

Vocabulary
3. Vocabulary (15%)
Every week on Monday you will be given vocabulary work. There will be 10-15 words per week. The words will be due on Friday.

Notes
4. Notes (10%)
You will be expected to take notes in class. We will take notes off of PowerPoints. You will be expected to write down the underlined words. On test days, I will ask you to turn in your notes for a grade.

Bellwork and Miscellaneous Assignments

Bellwork and Misc. Assignments (20%)
Bellwork will be the first thing you do every class. It will be posted on the projector/board as soon as you come in.
It is due every Friday.

Misc. Assignments:
These will occur throughout the semester. They will range from group activities to writing assignments.

Assignment: Your ticket out

On your note card, please answer these questions:
1. Write your name. 2. Do you like history?
If not, Why? If so, Why? What do you think you need to do to achieve this?

3. What grade would you like to make?

Pick Up a Vocab Sheet as you leave