Welcome to 8th grade American History   

I. Materials You Will Need

• A section in your binder (or a 2” binder) designated for American History/Social Studies
• Black and/or blue pens (assignments completed other ink colors may result in a zero grade)
• Several #2 pencils
• One 4-color set of highlighters (required)

 II. Classroom Rules

• Arrive to class on time, enter quietly, and take your assigned seat
• Be prepared with all required materials for World Cultures class
• Begin your drill immediately and then record any assignments or notes in your agenda book
• Follow all directions (written and oral). If you do not understand something, please ask for clarification.
• Remain in your assigned seat throughout class.
• To participate or be acknowledged, raise your hand.
• No one shall be permitted to interfere with your (and your classmates) success.

 III. Grading Policy

     Students will be graded according to the following scale:

• Daily drills, class work and participation                     50%
• Quizzes (announced and unannounced)                     10%
• Tests (benchmarks and unit)                                     20%
• Homework assignments                                            10%
• Projects, vocabulary, special projects                         10% 

IV. After School Assistance

• At this time, students may make an appointment to stay after school on Wednesdays (2:45 – 3:30) for assistance.  Students MUST have a signed note from parent to stay. 

V. Grading Policy

• For each day of excused absence, you will be allowed the same number of days to complete and turn in missed assignments.
• Homework will not be accepted late – exception:excused absences.

VI. Agenda Book
    Students are given a free agenda book on the first day 
    of school.  The agenda book serves many purposes: recording 
    assignments, communication with teachers, and pass for the 
    restroom/guidance/office, etc.  Students must have their 
    personal agenda book to leave the classroom.