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Tabb Middle School

Grade Six History Mr. Young

Contact Information

Email: myoung@ycsd.york.va.us
School Phone: 898 0320
Contact classroom: 867 7470 (ext. 32310)
Planning Time
1:15 2:45

Classroom Expectations

Each class created their own norms. Basically include:

Follow directions
Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself
No cursing, teasing, or name-calling
Respect yourself, respect others, and respect your
learning.

Course Overview

The content for this course relates to the history of the

United States from pre-Columbian times until 1865.
Students will study historical and geographical analysis
to explore the early history of the United States and
understand the ideals that strengthened the union.

Tentative Course Timeline

Quarter 1:
US1.2 Geography
US1.3 Early American Indian
Cultures
US1.4 European Exploration

Quarter 2:
US1.5 Colonial America
US1.6 Causes of Revolution and
Revolutionary War

Quarter 3:
Quarter 4:
US1.7 New Nation
US1.9 Civil War
US1.8 Westward Expansion
Year Review and Testing
US1.9 Issues Dividing New
Geography of the United States
Nation
Ongoing Throughout Year:
Historical and Geographical Analysis

Determination of Grade
Description of Assessment

Percentage of Grade

Tests
Approximately 2-3 tests per quarter

40%

Quizzes
Approximately 2-3 quizzes per quarter

30%

Class-work
Approximately 6-8 assignments per
quarter

20%

Homework
Approximately 10-12 assignments per
quarter

10%

Late Work

Students are permitted to turn in work late.

Assignments will be reduced 10% for each class period
the assignment is past due.

Test Re-Take

Students may retake tests if they or you are not happy

with the grade.
Usually done after school on Tuesday (activity busses)

Absent

Students who are absent are responsible for getting

make-up work from me upon return to school.
Homework assigned the last class attended is expected
to be turned in upon return to class.

Extra Help

Students may email me with questions about classwork

and homework
I am also available most Tuesdays to stay after school
for help if arrangements are made at least one day in
advance.

ASPEN
Use to check grades
All other updates and resources are posted on Weebly
website: http://mryoungtms.weebly.com/

Questions?

Helpful Hints for Studying

Have a well-lit, quiet place to study

Make sure appropriate materials are provided
(highlighter, notecards, sticky notes, etc.)
Study 20-30 minutes each night
Study a small part of the study guide each night
Make note cards
Use a folded sheet of paper
Use apps like StudyBlue and Study Stack