1. Welcome to 8th Grade United States History
Mr. Kennemer Room A201

2. A Little about Mr. Kennemer

3. A Brief History I grew up near down town San Antonio
Today I live Fort Worth Texas
I am married to my wife Leighann

4. A Brief History
I Graduated with my Bachelor of Arts in History-Secondary Education in 2012
I Graduated with my Mastor of Arts in History-Secondary Education in 2015

5. History is all about innovations and improvements…

6. “Fake News”

7. Fighting “Fake News”

8. Current Event Topics

9. Classroom Procedures
1) Students will promptly enter the classroom and retrieve their Notebooks. 2) Students will answer the opening question and be in their assigned seat when the bell rings. 3) Students will keep all your notes and journal entries in there Notebooks. 4) Students will clear their desks (and return their desks to its original position) and return all materials before class is dismissed. 5) When working in groups everyone in the group must contribute. 6) Students will turn in finished assignments to the classes designated Turn-in-box 7) Students will remain at their desks at the end of the period until the teacher dismisses the class.

10. Grading Types of Grades Activities Percent of Total Grade Major Grade
Tests, Research Papers, Projects & DBQs
60%
Minor Grades
Notes, graphic organizers, quizzes, daily journal writing, & participation
40%

11. Remind 101

12. School Supplies 3 Subject- Notebook Notebook Paper Pen or Pencil
Optional=Highlighters
*Student is expected to bring
their Notebook everyday.

13. Questions & Answers