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Welcome to 8 th Grade Social Studies

Explore the engaging topics Mr. Downey's 8th-grade social studies class will cover this year, from Reconstruction to World War 2 and beyond. Learn about test and grading breakdown, classroom rules, and required supplies. Stay organized with the provided coding sheets for various school activities. Prepare for an exciting academic journey with a focus on historical events and societal changes.

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Welcome to 8 th Grade Social Studies

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  1. Welcome to 8th Grade Social Studies Mr. Downey

  2. Emergency • Fire drills • Lock down • Restroom sign outs • Appointment sign outs

  3. Lunch and Movie Now Playing

  4. We will be studying the following topics this year:September- October • 8.1 Reconstruction Era (test) • 8.2 Changing Society (DBQ and Test)

  5. November – beginning January • 8.3 Expansion and Imperialism (Test) • 8.4 World War 1 (Test) Roaring 20’s (Test) Boldt Castle

  6. January- April • 8.5 Great Depression (test and DBQ) • 8.6 World War 2 (Test)

  7. April - June • 8.7 Foreign Policy (Test) • 8.8 Demographic Change (Test) • 8.9 Domestic Politics and Reform (Test)

  8. Materials and supplies • Pencils (Colored pencils are optional) • Pens (black &blue ink NO Gel pens) • Three ring binder • Pocket folder

  9. Grades • Tests : 40% • Quizzes: 30% • Classwork/ writing assignments: 30% • 4 Marking Periods + 1 final exam= FINAL GRADE

  10. Good manners (always) • Be prepared for class • Be on time • Behavior should never interfere with learning environment…yours or others • Three Strikes you are OUT!

  11. Stay in Class!

  12. Marking Period Grades • Tests are 40%. Test by Standards • Homework and classwork 30% • Quizzes 30%

  13. Final Grade • Four marking period Grades + • Final Exam

  14. Check off for _____________ Code of Conduct (White ½ sheet) Acceptable Use/Access Release (Computer) Photo Authorization (yellow) Accident and Illness Card (yellow ½ sheet) Parent/Guardian Signature Card BMI (only if parents DO NOT want you in survey Olweus Bullying Prevention Program MFLC (Green sheet)

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