American+History+II



American History II – 10th Grade = Course Description = This American History course offers the student a chronological history of the United States from the end of the 19th Century to the present. Topic areas will include (but are not limited to): The Progressive Era, Becoming a World Power, World War I, The Roaring 20’s, The Great Depression, World War II, The Cold War, Korea, Vietnam, Civil Rights Movement, The Sixties, The Seventies, The Eighties, The Nineties and Today.

= Evaluation and Grading = Tests/Quizzes 30%Homework 30%Projects/Papers 30%Participation 10%
 * Your grade for each marking period will be based on the following categories and percentages:
 * All assignments and tests/quizzes must be completed in pencil. **NO INK**!
 * Anyone caught **cheating** will receive an automatic zero on the assignment/test/quiz.
 * The **participation grade** will be a major factor when you are on the border between letter grades. Class participation and missed assignments will help determine this part of your grade. Participation grade will be determined at the end of each marking period.

= Homework/Project Responsibilities =
 * Assignments must be completed **neatly** and **on time**
 * If you are absent, **you are responsible for making up missed assignments**. Please see me at the beginning or end of class, or before or after school, if you cannot get the assignment from a classmate.
 * Homework assignments turned in **one day late** (not due to absence) will receive a maximum grade of 50 percent of the points possible for that assignment.
 * Homework assignments **more than one day late** will receive no credit – zero points.
 * Any work turned in after I request it during class will be considered late.
 * You are responsible for keeping track of any worksheets provided.
 * Any **projects or papers** received after the due date will be penalized **one letter grade for each day it is late**.
 * Not doing your homework will have a serious impact on your grade for each marking period.
 * Homework will be assigned **0-5 times per week** **and** **on weekends if necessary**
 * Major projects will have enough time before the due date to allow at least 2 weekends to work on them.

= Student Notebook =
 * Students must keep a notebook of **all**assignments, homework, tests, quizzes, projects, etc.
 * ANY worksheets, notes, quizzes, etc. are possible test material.
 * You can use a 3-ring notebook or simple folder.

= Class Ideals = RESPECT: o Please let me finish my thought before you leave.
 * Show respect to teachers, fellow students, guests, other peoples’ belongings, and yourself.
 * No rude, abusive, or profane language
 * Pay attention to the teacher when she is talking, providing directions, or answering questions. Pay attention to other students when they are speaking, reading, or presenting.
 * During class discussions, respect other people’s opinions, even if they do not agree with your own.
 * All other school rules, as listed in the student handbook, will be enforced.
 * ** Class is over when I am finished, not when the bell rings. **

PREPARATION: ATTITUDE:
 * Be prepared for class.
 * Unless instructed otherwise, assume you need your textbook, notebook, paper, assignments, and pencil. The class periods are too short to waste time with students needing to retrieve items from their lockers. It is time you are taking away from the entire class.
 * Try to limit requests to go to the bathroom or nurse. Constant requests by individuals or excessive time out of the classroom may result in a curtailing of privileges.
 * Academics take precedence over activities. Teachers reserve the right to refuse your dismissal for an activity, especially on a test day or if we are doing something important in class. If you are in an activity that requires you to leave class, let me know in advance so I can let you know if there is a conflict.
 * Come to class with a positive learning attitude.
 * Cheating on a test or assignment, and plagiarism will not be tolerated
 * Do your own work
 * Ask questions
 * Participate in class discussions

= Extra Credit =
 * Extra credit will be **given on a limited basis** (ex. Bonus questions on a test or quiz)
 * No extra project or report will be accepted to substantially boost a grade.

Daily assignments, quizzes, projects, and exams will be announced during class.

Daily assignments: Will be written on the whiteboard. You are expected to write the information in your school agenda book and complete all assignments as requested.

Quizzes: May be announced or unannounced. As long as you complete your daily assignments, you will not have any trouble doing well on the quizzes.

Projects: Will be announced. Every project will be described in a project sheet and contain a rubric for grading. Deadlines are strictly adhered to and changes will not be made.

Exams: Will always be announced at least 5 days before the exam is given. There will be no excuses for not taking the exam the day it is given. Ample preparation time has been given.


 * A final will be given during finals week and will count as a 5th term grade. All students will take the final!! *

Parent/Teacher Communication

 * In order for your student to have a successful school year, it is most important that we work together to keep on top of your student’s academic progress.
 * If you need to contact me, e-mail is the best method. My e-mail address is gmickey@jtasd.org. If you have an e-mail address, please list it below. If you need to call me, the school’s phone number is (570) 325-3663. Please make sure you leave a telephone number and a good time to call in your message. I will get back to you as soon as possible.