Social Studies Mr. Peloquin Back to School Night

Welcome Parents! What you will learn tonight… –What have you heard about my class? –Brief Biography –Curriculum –Academic & Behavioral Expectations –Grading Policy –Resources –Course Syllabus –Q & A

Over 25 years teaching in Milford Certified in Special Education & History 20 years as Special Education teacher Past scorer of MCAS Long Compositions & MCAS-Alt Portfolios Currently MCAS-Alt Training Specialist for the district Hold Masters in Special Education, ¾ through Masters program in History Who are you….?

Ancient & Classical Cultures Note taking, written language & study skills –4 or more looks to notes taken from text –Answer at least 1 essential question per unit –Learn & use what techniques work best to study ‘Teach Up’ whenever possible Community/Professional Outreach ‘No busy work’ pledge ‘The Dig’ Curriculum

Behavioral Expectations Based on respect Create a safe & supportive learning environment for all 5 Classroom Rules Followed throughout the cluster

Academic Expectations Assigned work completed Work handed in when due Work done to best ability Missed work made up in a timely manner Access available resources when necessary

Grading Policy Homework 5% Classwork 10% Quizzes 35 % Tests 50%

Extra Help - Wednesdays Stacy School Web Page –Multitude of resources for many different learning styles & levels of interest in the content –Study Guides –Audio Files –Quizzes & Tests Online –Links to content related web sites –Videos –Much, much, more… Resources

Support at home –Ask questions about class & work –Ask to see, and review, completed work –Place to study & support good work habits Please visit my web page at any time Please initiate the CORI process so you can,,, –Volunteer to chaperone for the annual 7 White field trip –Volunteer to help with the annual 7 White Archaeological Dig Monitor your child’s grades through the family portal Contact me with any comments, questions or concerns Get Involved!

Course Syllabus Handouts

Questions? What else would you like to know?

Final thought…. The dedication of myself & the 7 White team can be summed up in this way… …we teach our Hawks to soar.