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Mr. Polites Room 323 - Social Studies Newington High School February 1, 2012

Mr. Polites Room 323 - Social Studies Newington High School February 1, 2012. Keep These Things In Mind. Point System and Homework Every item collected or checked has a point value (3-100) You will receive a zero for homework not completed

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Mr. Polites Room 323 - Social Studies Newington High School February 1, 2012

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  1. Mr. Polites Room 323 - Social Studies Newington High School February 1, 2012

  2. Keep These Things In Mind • Point System and Homework • Every item collected or checked has a point value (3-100) • You will receive a zero for homework not completed • Missed assignments: ½ credit, after school that day • Absences • Handouts kept for one week at front table • Make-up work: your responsibility; I will not chase or ask • Make appointment to re-schedule test/quiz on clipboard • Work due when you return: envelope in front of room • Class notebooks kept by weekly class secretary

  3. About Mr. Polites (Not ‘Mr.’ or ‘Mr. P’) • Rocky Hill Public Schools to Grade 8 • Kingswood-Oxford School • Union College, B.A. Political Science • Worked at the State Capitol • Previous: Cheney Tech, East Hartford • Coached: Soccer, Basketball, and Tennis • 4th Year at Newington • Live in Rocky Hill • 2 Kids – Jake and Nicole • Giants, Yankees, Golf, 30 Minutes Or Less • Students who do well: 1) follow rules; 2) prepare for class; 3) participate; 4) think of the class, not just themselves

  4. Teaching Schedule (Fill-In) • Teach Periods: • Planning Period: • Lunch/SSR: • Extra Help:

  5. What Is A Typical Class Like? • Walk in room BEFORE bell, prepared, w/ ID • Get materials from front table FIRST • SIT DOWN • Check boards for homework, 1st tasks • Complete 1st tasks, prepare to learn (5 min.) • Homework out, textbook, notebook • Work and participate until the bell (no pack-up) • I will dismiss you with everyone seated, not bell

  6. Leadership and Conflict Origins of U.S. Government (John Adams) The U.S. Constitution (Preamble, Debate) The Bill of Rights/Supreme Court (Project) Political Parties (Project) Voting and Elections (W.W.) 3 Branches (The Presidency) Criminal Law (L&O) -?- KEY QUESTIONS Do I understand what it means to live in a democracy? Do I have the tools needed to be a responsible citizen? Course Description/TopicsAmerican Government

  7. Note Cards Answer Questions Introductions Hand In Cards

  8. Rule #1: BE PROMPT Sit in your seat before the bell rings Get to work on “Do Now” OR Take materials out, prepare to learn Why? Consequence: 20/40/60/Call Home/Referral

  9. Rule #2: BE PREPARED EVERY DAY • Textbook (Consequence: Detention) • Pen or Pencil (Detention) • Notebook and Handout/Packet (Detention) • Homework (Consequence: Zero) • Why? • Consequence: See Above/20/40/60/Call Home

  10. Rule #3: SHOW RESPECT • One person speaks at a time • No side conversations • No putting head down • ADD: Do NOT do work for other classes • No grooming • Why? • Consequence: 20/40/60/Call Home/Referral

  11. Rule #4: REMAIN SEATED • Do not get out of your seat without permission • Why? • Consequence: 20/40/60/Call Home/Referral

  12. Rule #5: FOLLOW SCHOOL RULES • ID must be on when you enter room • Devices are not to be heard or seen • Guys: keep hoods off of your heads • Ladies: keep bags off of your desk • Why? • Consequence: Referral

  13. RULES AND CONSEQUENCES • Rules are to be followed from this point forward. • There will be no more warnings. • Detentions are to be served by the end of the next school day. • I will issue a detention immediately in class. I will not discuss your (in)ability to serve that detention in class.

  14. Textbooks Get By Row Name, Inside Cover Book Slips/Hand-In

  15. Student and Parent/Guardian Signatures • I have read and understand the rules, procedures, and expectations of this class. If questions arise, I will consult Mr. Polites immediately. Student Signature: Parent/Guardian:

  16. Study Hall Rules and Procedures • Do not socialize outside classroom door • Come to study hall with something to read or work on • Sit in your assigned seat every day • Do not come to study hall late (Warning/Referral) • Do not skip study hall (Referral) • Study-related conversations only (Warning/Referral) • Wear your ID (Referral) • No devices (Referral) • No passes first 10 or last 10 minutes of period • Sign up for a pass • One person leaves room at a time

  17. Summer Reading AssignmentDiscuss issues outside class • Political Science (Step-Up or Found Me) • Students should hand in completed paper • Due Date: Wednesday, September 20, 2011 • United States History • Your blog post was due at 7:44 AM today • American Government • Students should hand in their portfolio

  18. Course Description/TopicsUnited States History • Leadership and Conflict • Historic Elections • The Civil War (Glory) • Industrial Revolution • Immigration/Cities • Great Depression • World Wars • Korea and Vietnam • Cold War • Terrorism • Do I understand how history guides leadership and decision-making today? • Do I have additional tools needed to be a responsible citizen?

  19. Leadership and Conflict Political Power (Blood Diamond) Comparing Governments Roots of American Democracy The U.S. Constitution Participation Political Parties Political Communication/Media Campaigns/Elections Federalism Projects/ Events/Debates KEY QUESTIONS Do I understand how political science helps explain government power and decision-making? Do I have more tools to be a responsible citizen? Course Description/TopicsPolitical Science

  20. World War I (FlyBoys) Russian Revolution (Rasputin) World Between Wars (60 Mins.) World War II (SPR/BofB) The Cold War Arab-Israeli Conflict (Promises) War on Terror U.S. Policy in the Middle East KEY QUESTIONS Do I understand history behind relationships the U.S. shares with other nations? Can I make reasoned and informed decisions about today’s world events? Course Description/TopicsContemporary World History

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