1. Mrs. Alwardt 8th Grade U.S. History Team Oregon
Back to School Night 2017
Mrs. Alwardt
8th Grade U.S. History
Team Oregon

2. Hi! My name is Heather.
I’ve been teaching for 14 years – 13 years at ECMS
I have a FABULOUS family!
When not teaching or chasing my girls around I run races in my spare time.
I really LOVE my job!

3. What will we learn this year?
History of the United States from the colonies through Reconstruction

4. Academic Expectations
All students are expected to demonstrate effort.
Each student is different, therefore effort looks different for each student.
All students will be challenged throughout the year
Primary sources
Cornell notes
Various activities and assignments
Essays
History Day
Tests and quizzes

5. Recommended supplies:
Spiral notebook (for History only)
Pens/pencils – Always have an extra 
Highlighter
Glue stick
Scissors
Colored pencils
Pencil sharpener
Recommended supplies:

6. How can I help my child be successful this year?
Organization is KEY!!! 
Most students struggle with organization on some level.
Check the planner DAILY.
Check the Q Parent Connect.
Sign up for Remind

7. What if my student was or will be absent?
Students must make up absent work ASAP to not fall behind. 01
Students should use Period 5 to “check in” and see what was missed 02
All absent or missing work should be made up AFTER completing all current work, unless otherwise specified. 03

8. Grade Breakdown 60% 40% Notes & Assignments Tests/Quizzes
I don’t assign a lot of HW. If your student comes home with a lot of it, then time was most likely misused in class.

9. Team Oregon Behavior Expectations
The classroom should be a safe learning environment for all students. All students are encouraged to participate in activities and lessons.

10. Phone:
Classroom Website:
Mrs. Alwardt’s website:
Contact Info

11. Remind Text: 81010 or (669)800-5932 Message: Period 1: @287bhf
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12. THANK YOU for taking the time to come in
THANK YOU for taking the time to come in. I look forward to a successful & positive year! Take care and drive safely tonight! 