Welcome to US/World History I or US/ World History II Mr. Kurtis D. Werner Room 124 (new room to me!) Tiananmen Square

Welcome to US/World History I or US/World History II “To sacrifice anything less than the best is to sacrifice the gift.” -Steve Prefontaine-Olympic Distance Runner

Overview § Background § My Beliefs § Frequently Asked Questions § How to Fly Through US/World History § The Golden Rules § The Penalty Box

My Background Grew up in Festus, MO, (50 min. drive) Played lots of baseball Ran XC and Track in college (steeple chaser) My favorite teachers were SS teachers Friendly, Outgoing, Loud, Passionate Certified for Gifted Education Politics Club

My beliefs § I believe... § In the value of education § It is my job to help all of my students succeed § In the importance of treating all with respect § In the value of hard work § We are all responsible individuals.

II. Frequently Asked Questions

What will we study?

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Semester 1 /Unit 1: The Gilded Age and the Progressives /Unit 2: Imperialism, The Great War, and the Russian Revolution /Unit 3: Between the Wars /Unit 4: World War II US/World History II Units of Study

Semester II ✏ Unit 5: The Cold War ✏ Unit 6: Independence Movements ✏ Unit 7: Post-War America ✏ Unit 8: Globalization and the Modern World US/World History II Units of Study

What supplies do I need? Binder Paper Pen Student Planner Texts (rarely in class)

How will my son and/or daughter be graded? BINDER CHECKS!!! (10 points every week) -In Class Work (maps) -Homework Reading and Map Quizzes (10 points) Tests (75 points) Projects (75 points) Research Paper (50 points) Semester Exam (100 points)

What is your grading scale? A A A B B B C C C D D D F59 & below

What if I need help? I am here every morning by 7:30 am Stop by OR Make an appointment Free periods – After School - XC Practice until November Track starting in March me: 2.mo.us

Any other general thoughts? Join a club or sports team! (politics club) The commons or library is a great place to hang out/study! RESPECT!!!

What cartoons will you put on your assignment sheets?

Part III: Procedures for Flying Through History

Beginning Class & Tardies Please be seated and write down your assignment Two free tardies per quarter Third tardy minutes with Mr. Scotino after school Fourth, fifth, sixth minutes after school with Mr. Scotino Late - no quiz (0)

Cell phones & iPods Keep in backpack or pocket 1st time - No biggie. Turn it off! 2nd time - My desk. 3rd time - The office and a call to yo mamma

Unexcused Absences No credit for the day’s work Make up class time after school Call home

Bathroom Breaks Go before class!!! If you have to go, please raise your hand and ask.

Homework “Before the gates of excellence, the gods have placed sweat.” - Hesiod Essential to your success Lunch club - Complete assignment during lunch Fourth missing assignment - call home - set up meeting “Group” work - both people no credit Learning Center

Detentions & Absences History Office (Room 14) or here My Hours - Before School (7:30am) & Periods 4,6, & 8 Check with other students, syllabus, our web site or with me

Late Work Fail to bring to class - late 20% off Will not accept after a couple of days Move on to next assignment Come talk to me!!!!!!!!

Part IV: The Golden Rules 1.Be in your seat, silent, and with materials (book, binder, planner and pen) when the bell rings. 2.Be considerate and respectful of others and their right to learn.

Golden Rules continued 3.Raise your hand if you have a question or want to answer a question. 4.Keep non-academic devices (e.g. cell phones iPods, etc. in your backpack. 5. Food and drink are welcome (Be considerate!!!!!!)

V. Penalty Box Infraction #1: One minute after class Infraction #2: 45 minutes after school

Penalty Box cont. Infraction #3: All the above and a call home Infraction #4: All the above and leave class Severe Clause: Leave class

VI. Keeping in Touch ! Policies Web Sites Reading Assignments Grades Updates - every 10 days or so

Stand Up for Yourself and Have a Great Year!