1. Welcome to 7 th Grade Social Studies Mrs. Chatman 2015 - 2016

2. About Mrs. Chatman Rochester, New York SUNY Geneseo (Undergraduate) SUNY Brockport (Graduate) Walden University (Doctoral Candidate) Certified Life Coach 1 st year @ Taylor Road/19 th year teaching Married and have 3 children (2 boys and 1 girl); 5 grandchildren Love reading, planning events and traveling!

3. 7th Grade Social Studies Year at a Glance First Semester: Southwest Asia (all units) Africa Geography Unit Personal Finance Second Semester: Africa History, Government, and Economy Units Southern and Eastern Asia (all units)

4. What Your Child Needs for Social Studies Class… Pencils, colored pens, highlighters 1 Composition notebook (replace as needed) Various other art supplies for projects Donations: Any of the following items would be much appreciated as they are frequently used: –Dry erase markers/expo spray cleaner –Post-it Notes –Jolly Ranchers, Starburst etc…. –Lamps you are not using!

5. Classroom Expectations Key to Success Come to class prepared with materials DAILY Do Homework Respect every one and every thing in the classroom Always try your best (Strive for Excellence, No Excuses!); Submit your best work Remain engaged in learning at all times (Stay on task, Be a good listener) Complete ALL assignments Write in your agenda EVERYDAY Keep a positive attitude about learning (even when you are challenged)

6. Other Important Information Projects are not eligible for recovery. Rubrics and teacher feedback are both provided in class during project construction. Students are expected to use the rubric and teacher feedback to make improvements to their projects before submitting the final product. Homework COUNTS - 10%! Help Sessions: Mrs. Chatman – By Appointment (24 hour notice) Contact/Communication and Assignment: Email – Chatmanp@fultonschools.orgChatmanp@fultonschools.org Class Syllabus: On Blog Check Home Access Center, Check Notes in Agenda Thanks for allowing us to teach your child 7 th Grade Social Studies!!