 | SONIA MILLERhttp://my.uen.org/5161sonia.miller@granite.k12.ut.us 801-737-7563 |
DISCLOSURE STATEMENT
Olympus Junior High School
7th Grade - UTAH STUDIES
Textbook: The Utah Journey
Mrs. Miller – Consultation 3rd Period
E-mail Address: sjmiller@graniteschools.org
Teacher Web Page: olympusjr.org or my.uen.org/5161
A. OVERALL COURSE OBJECTIVES
Each student will:
1. Have a better understanding of basic study skills and DRSL’s.
2. Increase creativity, critical thinking, and problem solving skills.
3. Gain more knowledge of technology.
4. Have a better understanding of Utah’s geographical formations, features, landmarks, and layout, and how they and people affect each other.
5. Gain knowledge of important historical cultures, people and events that helped shape the state of Utah, and current issues facing our community today.
6. Improve skills relating to the “Community of Caring Values”.
7. Be a good citizen – participate in 7th Grade PBL Project, and have FUN learning.
B. ACADEMIC GRADE – Based on two areas - 50% each.
1. ASSIGNMENTS will make up 50% of the grade – make sure all assignments are turned in on the due date. NO LATE WORK WILL BE ACCEPTED! All assignments will be kept in the student’s Master 3-Ring Binder and will be brought to class daily.
2. TERM PROJECTS & TESTS will make up 50% of the grade.
Up to 10 points of EXTRA CREDIT will be allowed per term. It will be added to the Assignment Grade and is DUE the Friday BEFORE the term ends. (List of extra credit projects attached) Cheating will automatically result in a “0” score.
PERCENTAGES of grade will be as follows:
A = 90-100%, B = 80-89%, C = 67-79%, D = 55-66%, F = 54% and below.
C. CITIZENSHIP GRADE – Based on behavior, (i.e. attitude, attendance, punctuality, etc.)
The District/School Citizenship and Attendance Policy will be followed. The grades of 4,3,2,1, and 0 will be awarded according to the student’s contribution in class. Serious or repeated negative behaviors warrant a “0” for the final term grade. Examples: CHEATING, truancy, 4+ tardies, profanity, vulgarity, repeated disruptive and inappropriate behavior. (See attached - “A First Class School” for details)
UTAH STUDIES - CLASS REQUIREMENTS and RULES
Be to class on TIME with the following required supplies:
1. Textbook.
2. Master 3-Ring Binder
a. Divider pages
b. Student Planner
c. Disclosure Statement
d. Assignments in consecutive order: #’s 1,2,3, etc.
e. Extra paper for notes and assignments
f. Ruler
3. Writing utensils: pen, pencil, colored pencils, markers, etc.
4. A “Positive Attitude”, ready to learn.
5. A reading book on test days.
You may also bring a water bottle to class.
By practicing the “Community of Caring Values” we learn to
1. RESPECT ourselves, others, property, and individual differences.
2. CARE about ourselves, others and property.
3. take RESPONSIBILITY for our own choices and actions.
4. be an HONEST and TRUSTWORTHY person.
5. value our FAMILY relationships.
Adherence to the following class rules will ensure a cooperative learning environment:
1. Follow Directions.
2. Be IN SEAT (not just in room) by the tardy bell.
3. Bring required supplies.
4. Refrain from bringing cell phones, electronic devices, food, gum, pop, headsets, weapons, backpacks, etc.
5. Speak or move from seat by permission only.
6. Be considerate and courteous to everyone and everything!
The following consequences will be administered for failure to obey Citizenship Policy:
1. 1st offense - WARNING (name on board/verbal).
2. 2nd offense - Zero “0” added to name on board, lose citizenship points for the day (10 pts.), and stay 30 seconds after bell.
3. 3rd offense - Second zero added to name on board, lose citizenship points for the following day, stay 1 minute after bell, and parent called.
4. 4th offense - Send to TIME OUT, and parent called.
5. 5th or serious offense - Referral to Vice Principal, and parent called.
A FIRST CLASS SCHOOL
“CITIZENSHIP GUIDELINES”
It is the teacher’s responsibility to determine citizenship grades for their students. Citizenship marks are based on student compliance with the District/School Citizenship and Attendance Policy. The following descriptive behaviors determine a student’s citizenship grade.
Typical Behavior of the Honor – “4” Student
1. Student behavior is exceptional and reflects the values of Community of Caring.
2. Student is a positive contribution to class atmosphere.
3. Student meets behavior expectations of the teacher and class rules.
4. Student’s attendance and punctuality are evident.
5. Student will complete one service project, at least 3 hours AFTER school.
(Service Project Note DUE the Friday before the term ends)
6. Citizenship grade should not be given on the basis of a single incident.
Typical Behavior of the Good – “3” Student
1. Student behavior depicts being a good citizen.
2. Student is a positive contribution to class a good portion of the time.
3. Student makes a few mistakes but has a good attitude and wants to improve.
4. Student’s attendance and punctuality are taken into account.
5. Citizenship grade should reflect the student’s overall behavior.
Typical Behavior of the Satisfactory – “2” Student
1. Student conduct is cooperative and shows respect in class.
2. Student does not deliberately commit offenses against rules and associates.
3. Student makes typical mistakes, learns from them and avoids repeating them.
4. Student’s attendance and punctuality is acceptable.
5. Citizenship grade should reflect the student’s overall behavior.
Typical Behavior of the Poor – “1” Student
1. Student has minor infractions that are repeated and tolerated.
2. Student is reminded and corrected to conform often.
3. Student behavior is usually thoughtless, careless or less disciplined.
4. Student has been absent or tardy but not habitually.
5. Citizenship grade should reflect a needs improvement status.
Typical Behavior of the Failure – “0” Student
1. Student breaks rules frequently without concern.
2. Student shows uncooperative, irresponsible, disrespectful attitude.
3. Student becomes a distraction from class and teacher objectives.
4. Student is excessively absent and or tardy.
5. Student has had a serious incident in the class or with the teacher. (ie: bullying, cheating, being defiant, disrespectful, rude or unsafe)
LIST OF EXTRA CREDIT PROJECT POSSIBILITIES
UTAH STUDIES
10 points maximum
***Project must be related to Utah History***
Student may do one or more of the following:
1. Written or Oral Reports (Examples: persons, places, cultures, conflicts, politics, art, events, etc.). Gather information by:
a. Reading
- Books
- Newspaper or magazine articles
- Internet sources
b. Interviewing people
c. Observing or participating in:
- Current events, newscasts, television or video programs, etc.
- Visit important places in Utah
* Reports MUST be in student’s own words. Plagiarizing is illegal!
* “RULE OF THUMB”: 1 hour reading, researching, and/or interviewing usually equals 1 page of writing. 1 page of writing equals 1 - 10 points.
* Oral reports will be given in class if time permits, otherwise teacher will schedule a time for student to give report after school.
2. Create a Bulletin Board, Poster, or Art Project to place in the classroom. Points TBA.
3. Memorize entire/portions of Important Historical Documents such as Utah’s Constitution, Amendments, etc. – to be orally given in class or for the teacher. Points TBA.
4. Project ideas listed at the end of the chapters. Points TBA.
*NOTE: You are not limited to these possibilities; of course there are more ideas. If you wish to do something else, no problem, just get teacher approval first.