Mr. Fagen
Social Science
The following is a copy of the classroom rules and grading policy. At the end of this paper is a section for both the student and parent to sign and return to me. I include this section because it is important for both the student and the parent(s) to know these policies to help insure the success of the student. If you have any questions throughout the year, please contact me at (951) 894-5750 ext. 6691 or .
Classroom Rules:
1. Treat your teacher and your classmates with respect. Talking without permission and putting down any other person in the class will not be permitted.
2. Be in your seat when the tardy bell rings.
3. Remain in your seat until you have permission to do otherwise.
4. Come to class prepared with the materials needed for that day.
5. RESPECT SCHOOL PROPERTY! All trash goes in the trashcan.
6. No chewing gum or eating or drinking in the classroom.
7. All dress code regulations will be strictly enforced.
8. Cheating on an assignment will result in a negative score of the value of points of the assignment. Ex. 100 point test would receive -100 points.
Electronic Devices- Any electronic device (phones, listening devices, headphones, etc.) will be confiscated and turned into the office for parent pick up.
Bathroom Passes
It is the policy of VMHS that passes are used for emergency bathroom use only. It is at the teacher’s discretion if/when a school pass will be issued to a student. Students are responsible to prioritize their time outside of the classroom. Students will exchange their phone for the pass, the phone will be returned when the pass is.
We may also watch Argo this year, it is rated R for language reasons, but the movie does an excellent job of showing the tense relations between Iran and the U.S.
Expected Student Learning Results: Students will be able to address
1. The World in 1750
2. 1750-1917: Revolutions Reshape the World – Democratic Revolutions
3. Industrial Revolutions
4. The Rise of Imperialism and Colonialism
5. Causes and Course of World War I
6. Effects of World War I
7. Rise of Totalitarian Governments after World War I
8. Causes and Consequences of World War II
9. International Developments in the Post- World War II World
10. Nation-Building in the Contemporary World
11. Economic Integration and Contemporary Revolutions in Information, Technology and Communications
Major Units of Study
(Tentative Schedule; Subject to Change)
Fall Semester: The World in 1750; 1750-1917: Revolutions Reshape the World – Democratic Revolutions; Industrial Revolutions; The Rise of Imperialism and Colonialism; Causes and Course of World War I; Effects of WWI; Review & Finals
Spring Semester: Rise of Totalitarian Governments after WWI; Causes and Consequences of WWII; International Developments in the Post- World War II World; Nation-Building in the Contemporary World; Economic Integration and Contemporary Revolutions in Information, Technology and Communications; Review & Finals
Evaluation Procedures
Classwork/ Homework 20%
Assessments 70%
• Quizzes
• Tests
• Projects
• Essays & Papers
Final 10%
Total 100%
Grading Scale
90 – 100% A
80 – 89% B
70 – 79% C
60 – 69% D
0 – 59% F
• Homework is accepted within the unit for full credit, after that a student may receive up to 50% credit when done at a Broncotorial.
* In order to receive high school credit (for graduation), you need to earn a D or higher. However, universities will only give credit for a class with a grade of C or higher.
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