Windermere Secondary School
3155 East 27 th Avenue
Vancouver, BC
V5R 1P3
J. W. Quon jquon.wordpress.com
Room - #110W
Local - #7130
Social Studies 8 Course Outline
In SS8, students will explore the development of society in the Mediterranean area, and how Europe struggled towards civilization in the aftermath of chaos following the fall of the
Roman Empire. The students will study a number of European and Asian civilizations: their society and culture, politics and law, economy, technology, and environment; this is especially in relation to the development of feudalism and the feudal pyramid. Furthermore, students will examine the Reformation and the Renaissance, as well as their impact on society.
Course Materials:
 student agenda
 3-ring binder with dividers
 lined paper
 pen, pencil & ruler
 black fine liner
 pencil crayons

Text: Pathways (provided)
Course Evaluation:
Term Marks: All three terms are weighted equally.
Chapter Tests – 50%
Assignments/Projects – 40%
Attendance/Work Habits – 10%
Study Guide: This will be provided to help students study for each chapter covered in the text.
Chapter Tests: There will be a multiple choice exam and short answer test after each chapter.
Projects: Each term also contains a major assignment that is tied to the curriculum content.
RESPECT EXCELLENCE ATTITUDE COURAGE HONESTY

Expectations and Policies:
Student Behaviour: Please refer to the agenda for expectations.
Missed Classes: It is the responsibility of the student to keep track of lessons missed and to make up the work on time. In order for an absence to be legitimate, the school policy is that the office must be notified within 48 hours. In addition, students must provide a signed parental note or have a parent call me at school.
Assignments:
Homework: All work is expected to be completed and brought to class. All assignments and important information can be found at: jquon.wordpress.com.
Late Assignments: The late penalty is 10% per day, to a maximum of two days, unless prior arrangements have been made before the assignment is due. Any assignments not turned in will receive a mark of zero.
Extra Assistance:
Tutorial Block: I am available to help students during this block. No appointment is necessary.
AM/PM: If you would like to see me before or after school, please come to my room. While it is better if we schedule a time, I do not mind drop-ins.
Electronics:
Unless I have clearly indicated that it is permitted for a specific task, there are to be no electronics during class. If this rule is violated, I will take away your device for the remainder of the day, and you can collect your item from me after school.
Field Trip:
The organized field trip for all the Grade 8 students is a “Religions Tour” in the fall. This will provide an opportunity to visit various places of worship and to learn about other cultures and beliefs. Additionally, the tour will assist in the research for the religions project in term one.
The date, information and cost will be provided once the department has finalized all the details.
RESPECT EXCELLENCE ATTITUDE COURAGE HONESTY