1. Mrs. Smith 7th grade Social Studies
Welcome to Open House!
Mrs. Smith
7th grade Social Studies

2. About me
I earned my undergrad at St. Francis in Elementary Education with endorsements in Science, Social Studies and Language Arts.
I went back for a Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction at Olivet University.
Most recently, I am attending classes at the University of St. Francis to get my Learning Behavior Specialist Certification.
This is my 7th year teaching.
I have been married for over 17 years
I have 2 daughters they are in 5th and 7th grade.

3. Homework and Tests Homework Tests
If homework is assigned it is important to the comprehension of the unit we are working on.
I do not assign homework just to assign homework
Homework is a Formative grade and will enter the grade book as 25% of their overall grade
Your child will ALWAYS have a study guide for every test they take
Everything covered in the study guide and in class are fair game for a test.
I assign 4 essay questions on each test. They pick 2.
Tests are a summative grade at 75% of the grade

4. Grading Scale and Reassessments
There will be no zeros given in the grade book for assignments scored below a 50% or not handed in.
Our grading scale is
90-100=A
89-80=B
79-70=C
69-60=D
59-50=F
If your child believes that he/she can improve their grade they may retest.
D/F’s MUST retest.
I will allow any assignment to be retaken.
It is my goal for all students to reach their personal best.
Retest forms must be submitted and all the make up work must be submitted before the retest/ retake is given.

5. Interactive Notebooks

6. Prehistory to the Reshaping of the Nation
The American Journey
Prehistory to the
Reshaping of the Nation

7. Chapter Themes Geography Capitals and States Colonial America
Growth of the Colonies
The American Revolution
Formation of the Union

8. Chapter Themes The Civil War The United States Constitution
Reconstruction and the New South
Opening the West
The Industrial Age
The Urban Society
The United States Constitution
***Must pass the test***
War of 1812
Westward Expansion
Age of Reform-Abolitionists and Women’s Rights

9. Everything you need to know
On my teacher page will be my lesson plans for the week.
On my downloads will be all the notes that are entered into their interactive notebook.
There is also a kahoot game for each chapter to prepare the students for the test.

10. Remind app: Enter this number: Text this I encourage all parents and students to get on this app. You will be reminded of due dates, test dates, any class info.
While I encourage students to ask me for help first, if you have any questions do not hesitate to get a hold of me either way…
Phone:

11. John F. Kennedy I am certain that after the dust of centuries has passed over our cities, we, too, will be remembered not for victories or defeats in battle or in politics, but for our contribution to the human spirit.