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Mrs. Gnatt's Social Studies Class

Welcome to Mrs. Gnatt's Social Studies class! Learn about geography, ancient civilizations, and current events. Homework is essential for success! Follow class expectations and enjoy engaging activities.

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Mrs. Gnatt's Social Studies Class

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  1. WELCOME TO SOCIAL STUDIESMrs. Gnatt

  2. IntroductionsMrs. Karen Gnatt I received my Bachelors Degree in Speech Communication from Eastern Illinois University Masters Degree in Education from St. Xavier University This is my 16th year teaching at District 153 I live in St. John, IN I am married with two kids Lauren 15 / Logan 10

  3. JAMES HART SCHOOL EXPECTATIONS • Respect – Please no talking while the teacher is talking • Responsibilities – Bring materials everyday and be ready to work • Reputation – Have pride in your work • Follow directions • Be on time to class

  4. S.S. Folder or Expandable S.S. Spiral Textbook – stays in class Pencil Red Pen Assignment Notebook Materials for Social Studies:

  5. Social Studies HOMEWORK POLICY • Homework – Finish notes – use online book –students will be getting log-ins and using laptops at school • S.S. Book stays in class 20% off for being late • Grades: 60% assessments / 20% classwork/ 20% HW • HOMEWORK IS ESSENTIAL TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN SOCIAL STUDIES!

  6. Social Studies Units of Study • Geography • Study of the Globe- Earth’s Continents, Oceans, Landforms, Map Skills • Stone Ages • Stone Tools, The Ice Age, Hunter-Gathers • Ancient Egypt • Pyramids, Mummies, Pharaohs

  7. Social Studies Units of Study • Ancient Greece • Mythology, Literature, Sculptures, Olympics, Sparta, Athens • Ancient Rome • Geography of Italy, Roman Government, legendary history • Economy • Checkbook, Payroll, Taxes, Currency, Credit Cards, Banking

  8. CNN 10 This is a daily video aimed at middle school students to give them updates about current events going on in the world. Responsible for filing out a response to watching sheet weekly. This is a great topic of conversation every night at the dinner table and is highly encouraged! If you would like to check it out, please feel free: www.cnn.com/studentnews

  9. Social Studies • Build Comprehension and Vocabulary Skills • Use of Technology • Making Connections • Study Skills – quizzes and tests – STUDY GUIDES! • Research skills • Working with others illustrative outlining……..TO ONLY NAME A FEW!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  10. Rewards Candy Bathroom Pass Raffle Tickets for raffle Panther Paws Notes/Calls Home

  11. Important Websites • Don’t forget to check the parent portal to see your child’s grades progress throughout the trimester. • Teacher Pages – www.hsd153.org • Quizlet – www.quizlet.com/jameshart6 • Please email me at karen.gnatt@hsd153.org

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