Welcome to History Mr. Harris

Schedules Congratulations! One day down… Questions about your schedule?

Syllabus Course Description: LOTS of history to cover- more than you covered in your 7th AND 8th grade years combined! Simulations, Debates, Discussions, Analysis

Analyze primary and secondary sources Historical thinking skills Syllabus, cont. Course Objectives: Analyze primary and secondary sources Historical thinking skills Connect the past to today

Classroom Environment Be in class, prepared and ready to work when the bell rings. Give every task your best effort. Be respectful and considerate of other people’s feelings, rights, and possessions. Give each speaker your full attention. Use appropriate language. All O’Connor High School rules will be enforced.

Daily Materials

Grades for Communication 56% - Assessments- Tests, quizzes, projects 24%- Classwork , Notebook, Participation, Homework, Essays 20%- Semester Final Exam

Assignments and Assessments Standards Based Timely Re-do’s and make-ups Test correction project

Sweep DON’T BE LATE!!!!!!! Do still turn in your assignment. Check the website if unsure.

Second Assignment This is Mandatory!! Due Friday.

Expectations Treat the classroom as an amazingly cool learning environment Respect whoever has the floor Be positive- towards the teacher, your classmates, and yourself Be responsible- with your class, everyone’s possessions, learning

Questions?