7th Grade U.S. History Honors/Academic
Ms. Zahora 2015-2016
Classroom Rules and Procedures “What is expected in the Classroom”
Ms. Renee Zahora: renee.zahora@lcps.org
Stone Hill MS Web site: http://cmsweb1.lcps.org/shms/site/
go to staff “Zahora”
All methods of instruction will focus on student acquisition of the following skills:
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Realizing that READING is homework
Knowledge of U.S. Geography
Knowledge of Post 1865 U.S. History
Increasing note taking skills
Reading and analyzing more demanding material
Becoming comfortable with primary source documents
Knowing how to research
Developing "a sense of history"
Learning the basics of essay writing
Thinking and learning chronologically
Learning the logic of cause and effect
Developing intelligent discussion/oral presentation skills
Learning to read and follow directions
Taking timed tests and writing word-limited essays
Learning Environment:
 This is an introduction to post 1865 U.S. History. You are expected to be actively
involved in the class and to stay caught up with your reading and other assignments.
 Show proper courtesy and respect for yourself, classmates, and teacher.
 Be on time, have your supplies and be in your seat working on the daily warm-up when
the bell rings.
 Ask questions and share your ideas with the class--we all learn from each other.
 3 bathroom passes per quarter
I. Overview:
ONLINE Text: The American Journey: by Appleby, Brinkley, Glencoe/McGraw-Hill
http://www.glencoe.com/sites/common_assets/socialstudies/ose/national.html
Then type in to the username and password boxes the following:
Want a Textbook: Just Ask
User Name: AJ03
Password:
trEJAyey5x
Other Resources: see Class Web site
A. Necessary Classroom Materials
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Materials:
One (2) inch ring BINDER with pockets, and 5 dividers and paper. Students must
maintain an orderly notebook. Failure to do so will result in poor success as notes and
materials are necessary for tests and other Assignments. Notebooks will be checked on a
table of contents at the end of 1st, 2nd and 3rd quarter and awarded a class work grade.
Notebooks are kept in class.
1 composition notebook
Pocket folder (for team)
Packet of Index cards
Packets of markers, colored pencils and 3 glue sticks to use on projects.
Ear buds
Extra Credit: tissues
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II. Grading and Assessment:
HOMEWORK: All homework is assigned to enhance the lesson.
 All work must be handed in ON TIME!!!
PROJECTS: All project assignments are to be turned in on the specified date.
TESTS: Are graded based on 100 points. Question format will be announced prior
to each test. Review power points will be posted on my webpage.
A review sheet will be assigned and reviewed to help with test preparation.
Reinforcement of Concepts:
Prior to Summative testing, the classroom teacher frequently checks for student
understanding with several formative assessments.
Students, who attain below a 70% on a Summative test, will be re-taught by the teacher
during resource or after school. A revised test will be given once the student has achieved
proficiently of the missed material.
The maximum grade on a retest is 70% which demonstrates proficiency according to
LCPS standards.
DISCIPLINE: Yellow CUP/Warning, Red CUP/Parent Phone Call and Email
Tardy: 1st tardy = warning
2nd tardy = detention (lunch or after school)
3rd tardy = sent to Dean
Cell Phones: Placed in top right corner
of Desk, off. Unless, I say otherwise.
Class Reward Program: Grains of Knowledge
Fill the jar with grains of knowledge (rice) and earn up to 4 rewards.
QUARTER GRADE:
 Summative Category
 Formative Category
Tests, Essays and Projects
Homework, Class Work, Daily Did I Learn it Quizzes
IV. Need Help
I am available after school on Monday and Thursday as well as during resource. Just let me
know so I can make sure to be there for you. I need a note or e-mail from a parent giving you
permission to stay.
IF YOU AT ANYTIME NEED HELP, JUST ASK! GOOD LUCK! REMEMBER EFFORT
ASSURES SUCCESS.
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