1. Civics & Western Hemisphere World Geography 7 th Grade social studies Mr. Klink

2. Contact information  Teacher: Mr. Brian Klink  Phone: 538-1130, ext. 2120  School e-mail: klinkb@merton.k12.wi.us klinkb@merton.k12.wi.us  Home e-mail: bwklink@yahoo.com

3. Course description  The seventh grade social studies curriculum blends a combination of western hemisphere geography and cultures with modern day civics.  It also incorporates weekly geography skills known as strain the brains and current events from around the world, which will be completed quarterly.

4. Content topics  Geography and Cultures of North America & South America  Foundations of American Citizenship & Democracy, the National Government, Political Parties and Interest Groups, and Elections

5. Required materials  assignment notebook  (1) notebook/loose leaf pack  (1) pocket folder/binder  (1) extra fine sharpie  pens/pencils  (1) box of colored pencils  (2) red pens

6. Grading scale  99-100=A+  94-98=A  92-93=A-  90-91=B+  85-89=B  83-84=B-  81-82=C+  76-80=C  74-75=C-  72-73=D+  67-71=D  65-66 = D-  0-64 = F!

7. communication  The student should record the due dates of all assignments, projects, and tests/quizzes in their assignment notebook DAILY that are written on the wipe board.  Advance notice of about a week will be given for all tests and quizzes, and in almost all cases, a study guide will be provided.  Feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns via e-mail, WebNotes, or in person.  I am available for help anytime, just let me know!

8. Make-up policy  The number of days that a student is absent from school is the same number of days that will be given for him/her to make up missed work unless other arrangements have been made with me.  If assignments are given in advance to a student out of school for a vacation, the expectation is that they are completed upon return or they will fall under the late work policy.

9. Late work policy  It is very important for all assignments and projects to be turned in on the assigned due date at the beginning of each class.  In the event an assignment is not, it is considered late and must be turned in the following day, at which time it will be lowered two full letter grades.  After that, the assignment is considered missing and it will elapse to a zero if not turned in.

10. Final thoughts  I look forward to having the opportunity to work with you this year in seventh grade social studies, which will hopefully be a fun and exciting school year for everyone!  Thanks!  Any Questions?