1. Cactus Shadows Curriculum Night
IB World History

2. Welcome Bret Lineburg blineburg@ccusd93.org 602-758-2562
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Bachelor’s in Secondary Education (History)
Welcome

3. Best method of contact through the contact form on my website
Best after school (2:00)
Infinite Campus grades (check them frequently!)
Please me with questions
Parent-Teacher Conference appointments can be made any day after 2:00
Communication

4. Content Emphasis on 20th century World History
Prescribed Subject= Move to Global War
Prescribed Topics
Causes and Effects of War
The Cold War
Internal Assessment (IA)
Units Covered:
Content

5. Content Units Covered: Intro Unit
Unit 2: Imperialism/ Types of War/ Great Powers of Europe
Unit 3: Causes/Effects of WWI
Unit 4: Move to Global War
Unit 5: Authoritarian States
Unit 6: WWII
Unit 7: The Cold War
Unit 8: Senior: Paper 3 prep/review
Unit 8: Juniors: Interwar Years
Content

6. https://www.ccusd93.org/ Page/3203
Syllabus

7. Give Respect to Get Respect for both myself and my students (this includes towards each other; my class will be a safe haven for learning)
Raise hands for questions and comments
Wait until a break to throw away trash, sharpen pencil, etc.
One student per gender at a time for bathroom and water (need planner)
Questions about grades are for lunch, before and after school
Classroom Routines

8. Academic Expectations
High level of rigor (college- level course)
Students should regularly see me for questions or assistance
Chapter reading/notes is a must!
Supplemental texts (if possible)
Internal Assessment (IA)
Research skills
Personal responsibility
Academic Integrity Policy
Academic Expectations

9. Homework Policy Chapter notes are a regular expectation
I check for both completion and content
I do offer late work for my students
Half credit no later than a day late
Still complete the homework!
Practice for Mastery
Homework Policy

10. Assessments I do exams every units
Will vary in style and amount (multiple choice, short answer, document analysis)
I perform informal checks during class through partner and small group discussions
Midterm and Final
Final is 20% of their grade; STUDY HARD!!!!
Assessments

11. IB External Evaluation:
In-Class Evaluation:
Assessments- 45%
Classwork- 20%
Homework/Participation - 15%
Mid-terms/Finals- 20%
Grading
IB External Evaluation:
Paper 1-20%
Paper 2-25%
Paper 3-15%
IA- 20%

12. Attendance Be on time Be there EVERYDAY Be Prepared
5 absences- parent notification
8 absences- warning notice
13 absences- loss of credit
Attendance

13. Student Support Office Hours- Before and After School from 2:00- 3:00
Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri
Free Tutoring- Library
Free Tutoring- NHS
Student Support

14. TIPS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS
Check IC regularly for grades and assignments
Check homework for completion
Ask about school
Communicate with teachers and counselors
IC app for your cellphone!
TIPS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS

15. Tips for Student Success
High School students need the same follow-thru, time and attention that an elementary student needs. Parents with high expectations have students who succeed.
Tips for Student Success

16. Parents Make the Difference in Student Success!
Let us know how we can help to support your student and family meet their goals.