Secondary Social Studies and English 9
Instructor: Mrs. Morse
Room Number: 203
Periods: 1 - 6
Prep Period: 4
E-mail Address: [email protected]
Phone Number: (231)-548-2261
Purpose:
Students in Mrs. Morse's Courses will be able to study society by reading about, thinking about, and discussing the changes in history, culture, economics and government.
Attendance Policy
Students should strive to be in class every day unless outside circumstances permit otherwise. It is your job to be a student, so just like any other job you may have, professionalism is expected.
Students should be in their desks ready to begin instruction when the bell rings. Excessive tardiness or failure to be ready on time will not be tolerated and result in consequences for the student. The tardy policy will be explained on the first day which falls in accordance with district policies and can be found in the student handbook.
Class Expectations and Requirements
- Respect is key to any relationship. I will respect you as a student and I expect the same in return. Do not interrupt the teacher or talk when others are talking. This is not only an expectation of class but also an important life skill.
- Bring all needed materials to class everyday. (pencil, paper, text, assignments)
- Use the restroom before you come to class. You are given time between each class to take restroom breaks so please use that time wisely. Passes will be given for special circumstances or emergencies.
- Obey school and district rules. (Example: dress codes; absent and tardy policy; no food or drink unless approved; etc.)
- Personal Electronics are not allowed to be used during class time. Students who use electronic devices during class time without teacher permission (cell phones, mp3 players, gaming devices) are subject to teacher decided appropriate consequences that fall within district policy.
- Late work will be deducted one letter grade each day. Unless arrangement is made with the teacher.
- Exercise your power of self control. (Crude or offensive language will not be tolerated. Control your volume and tone towards the teacher as well as others.)
Grade Check Procedures
Grades will be posted in Powerschool regularly. Parents or students with concerns regarding grading are welcome to speak with Mrs. Morse at anytime. Parents may also request a progress report at any time by calling the school office.
Grading and Homework
Students will be graded based on their daily work, participation in class, quizzes, tests, classroom projects, and homework. The grade for participation in class includes their attendance, preparedness for class, and contribution to classroom discussions and group projects. It is the student's responsibility to complete any homework or projects that they are assigned.
Materials Needed for Class
The following should be brought to class everyday:
Yourself (attend class everyday)
Your book
Pen or Pencil
Notebook
Folder
MRS. MORSE RETAINS THE RIGHT TO DEAL WITH ANY SITUATIONS THAT ARE NOT COVERED IN THIS DOCUMENT AS SHE DETERMINES APPROPRIATE.
U. S. History Curriculum
U.S. History is a study of the history of the United States and how it connects with the rest of the world. The course begins with colonial life and finishes with present day issues of the United States. This class measures student's outcomes by using projects, essays, group work, reading (fiction and nonfiction), oral reports, written reports and class discussions to help students understand the material. Topics include revolution, civil war, civil rights, reform, depression, industrial growth, immigration, and imperialism plus others. Among those topics, the class will study foreign policy, economics, geography, government, and politics. The course will also strongly focus on discussions regarding current events.
World History Curriculum
World History is a course that will illustrate the differences and similarities of cultures throughout the world and throughout history. In studying the past, students will be encouraged to explore and make connections to the present. This class measures student's outcomes by using projects, essays, group work, reading (fiction and nonfiction), oral reports, written reports and class discussions to help students understand the material. The course will look at the ways humans have lived, thought, believed, and expressed themselves.
Civics/Economics Curriculum
The purpose of this class is to analyze the development of our government and its core democratic values. It will cover the changing role of citizens with respect to their rights and responsibilities of living in a democracy, and the duty of the government to its citizens. Students will also learn about the American economic system. They will understand how America's economy influences and is influenced by, a larger economy that covers the globe. This class measures student's outcomes by using projects, a portfolio, essays, group and single work, oral reports, written reports and class discussions to help students understand the material. This course will cover the market system, capitalism, consumer and personal economics, scarcity and choice, and the role of government in an economy.
Note: All of the photos in this section were taken on Mrs. Morse's summer trip to Yellowstone.