1. US HISTORY II CLASSROOM RULES & EXPECTATIONS
Mrs. Breen

2. Teacher Information My Teaching Philosophy:
Address & Phone Number
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Originally from Oklahoma, the Navy brought us to Virginia 3 years ago
5th year teaching
1st year at YMS
Previously at GHS
My Teaching Philosophy:
I believe that students who are challenged, engaged, and supported through their educational experiences develop a deeper understanding and appreciation for their learning. I also work on cultivating global citizenship skills for each student.

3. Subject Overview
US History II begins with Reconstruction and US geography and we make our way through to the modern period
1st Quarter
-US Geography
-Reconstruction
-Westward Expansion
-Industrialization
-Immigration
2nd Quarter
-Progressive Era
-American Imperialism
-WWI
3rd Quarter
-The Jazz Age
-The Great Depression & New Deal
-WWII
4th Quarter
-Cold War Policies & Conflicts
-Civil Rights Movement/Social Change
-Globalization, 21st Century Issues

4. Classroom Expectations & Procedures
Be prepared
Be responsible
Be respectful
BYOT privilege
Consequences
Verbal warning
Student conference
Seat change
Parent contact
Infraction notice
As students arrive, they will ensure they have all necessary supplies
Begin working on “Do Now”
Place homework on desk ready to be checked
Make sure desk is free of trash and all supplies are taken
Write down homework

5. York County Grading Scale
Grading Policy
Grade Breakdown
Tests/Projects: 40%
Quizzes: 30%
Classwork: 20%
Homework: 10%
Grades will be posted weekly on Aspen Portal.
York County Grading Scale A B C D
63 and below F

6. Classwork & Homework
The type of instruction students receive during class will vary depending on topic and progression through the unit
There will be a mix of teacher-led instructional time for new concepts and information
Followed by collaborative and individual practice
Group work will be used frequently to discuss and analyze ideas
Homework will be assigned as needed to support extra practice outside the classroom
Most work will be completed in class and turned in before student leaves
Any assignments not completed can be done for homework and returned the next class block
Absent students will be allowed to make up work according to the number of days missed
Per the YMS handbook, homework will not be accepted after 2 class blocks
Work turned in within that time will be deducted a letter grade for each day late

7. Blended Learning Some examples would include:
Seventh and eighth grade students in English, science, history, Algebra I, Advanced Geometry, and World Language courses will integrate blended learning for eight hours beyond the school day
More information will be shared in the coming weeks, but access to technology will be required (personal device, library computer, etc.)
Some examples would include:
Watching a video and responding to viewing questions
Posting on Edmodo for a class discussion
Etc.