Mrs.

King’s Course Syllabus

7th Grade Social Studies

Kashah.king@cms.k12.nc.us
remind.com/join/jayhawks7
Room 134

Welcome to 7th Grade Social Studies:

Middle school is a crucial point in a lifetime of learning. What you do today prepares you for where
you will go in the future. 7​th​ grade is a “crossroad” year, as students truly get the opportunity to
participate in all that middle school has to offer, while simultaneously preparing them for their final
year before they enter high school.

In Social Studies, students will gain an understanding of the world around them and, hopefully, a
desire to want to know more! In 7​th​ grade, students will be spending lots of time developing advanced
historical content knowledge and thinking, fine-tuning geography skills, improving historical reading/
writing skills, and discussing current events. Lesson activities will be centered upon the five strands
of Social Studies: History, Culture, Civics and Government, Economics, and Geography.​ ​Students will
be participating in a series of activities that will require time spent home studying. It is important for
students, parents and teachers to work side by side to ensure that the best possible educational
experience is provided. This year, ​students will be taking the North Carolina Final Exam
(NCFE)​ which is crucial to determining academic levels for 8​th​ grade and beyond.

Course Overview​:
The 7th grade social studies curriculum picks up from 6th grade, guiding students from the 1400’s to
present-day. The following is a general listing of the units that will be covered:

1​st​ Quarter:​: Global Convergence ​(Renaissance, Age of Exploration, Reformation)

2​nd​ Quarter​: ​Age of Revolutions ​(Enlightenment, Scientific Revolution, Industrial Revolution,

French/ American/Latin Revolution)

3​rd​ Quarter​: Global Conflicts ​(Imperialism, WWI, WWII, Cold War)

4​th​ Quarter​: Modern Global Society​ (Post-Cold War, Digitization, Terrorism, Global Crisis)

Materials Needed:​ ​The following items are expected in class ​each day
● Pencil ● Index Cards
● Composition Notebook ● Pocket Folder
● Glue Stick ● Sandwich Bags

Wish List: ​Kleenex, Hand Sanitizer, Copy Paper, Paper Towels, Bandages, Pencils, Dry Erase
Markers, Clorox Wipes, Bottled Water (8 oz only)
Grading Policies: ​The grading breakdown for all middle school courses in Charlotte-Mecklenburg
Schools (CMS) are as follows:

Grading Scale:
A= 100-90% B= 89-80% C= 79-70% D= 69-60% F= 59% and below

Grade Breakdown:
Test/Quizzes/Notebook Check/Projects (Formal Assessments) = 65%
Classwork/Homework/Participation (Informal Assessments) = 35%

Grading will occur on a variety of assignments, including; writing, discussion, projects, group work,
quizzes, tests, homework, presentations and participation.
● Scores will be recorded and returned to students accordingly. Students will be responsible for
putting all returned material in their notebook (a digital table of contents will available).
● Extra Credit opportunities ​may​ be provided throughout the quarter.
● Tutoring is available upon request.

Participation Guidelines​:
● Student is prepared with their supplies to include: notebook, pencil, homework, etc
● Student is on time, and enters the classroom ready to work
● Student is on task and participates during both discussion and independent/group activities
● Student is respectful of others and of self

Notebook:
Students are expected to keep an organized notebook. Mrs. King will provide students with a guide
for notebook maintenance. Notebooks will be graded throughout the quarter for neatness and
completion.

Classwork/Homework:
Class assignments will be given daily. Students unable to complete their assignment during class will
be expected to complete for homework. Students should expect occasional assignments specifically
designated as homework. Most assignments will require internet access. Students will have access to
internet and an electronic device during the school day.

LATE WORK MAY BE SUBMITTED FOR A REDUCED GRADE. LATE WORK WILL NOT
BE ACCEPTED THE LAST WEEK OF THE QUARTER.

Absences:​ Make-up work will be available to students upon their return from an excused absence.
Students will have 5 school days to complete any make-up assignments. Students will not receive
credit for unsubmitted assignments.

Honor Policy​: ​Any student caught cheating, or contributing to cheating, will receive a ​“​0​”​ for the
assignment.

Classroom Behavior Expectations​:​ Students are expected to follow all school and district
policies outlined in the CMS handout, in addition to the following classroom/team rules as follows:
● BE YOUR BEST
● BE PREPARED
● BE MINDFUL, NO FOOD, DRINKS, or PERSONAL ELECTRONIC DEVICES
 ● BE RESPECTFUL TO YOURSELF, OTHERS, & THE SCHOOL

***CELLPHONE & OTHER PERSONAL ELECTRONIC DEVICE USAGE IS PROHIBITED

IN CLASS WITHOUT TEACHER APPROVAL. PLEASE REVIEW THE CMS HANDBOOK
AS IT RELATES TO ELECTRONICS***

Rewards​: ​Students demonstrating exemplary behavior and academics may be rewarded with praise,
special privileges, extra credit, and/or edible treats.

Consequences​: ​Students should follow class procedures and adhere to expectations, otherwise be
subject to the following:
● Step 1:​ Public Warning
● Step 2:​ Reflection Station/ Parent Contact
● Step 3​: On-team Isolation/Parent Contact
● Step 4:​ Referral to BMT for removal and consequence/ Parent Contact

The following consequences specifically apply to food, drink, and the use of personal
electronic devices:
● Step 1:​ Short-term Confiscation & Parent Contact- item is collected and returned at the end of
the period
● Step 2:​ Loss of Item & Parent contact- Electronics (confiscated for the day), Food/Drink
(thrown away)
● Step 3:​ Loss of Item & Parent conference- Electronics (confiscated until Parent conference),
Food/Drink (team community service)
● Step 4:​ Referral to BMT for consequence

Communication​:
I welcome your questions and feedback and can be reached via email at
kashah.king@cms.k12.nc.us​. When emailing please allow me a minimum of 24 hours to
respond. ​Parents and students are also encouraged to download the Remind App and join
@jayhawks7​, or text ​@jayhawks7 to 81010​, to receive important class information..
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Mrs. King’s Course Syllabus

7th Grade Social Studies
Parent/Student Acknowledgement

(Return next class period)

***Please return this page signed to Mrs. King no later than ​Friday,​ ​August 31, 2018.

I have read and understand ​the guidelines for Mrs. King’s 7​th​ grade Social Studies class.
I will follow and uphold all standards, expectations, and rules. I am committed to do my best.

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​ grade Social Studies contract with my child​.

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