World History

Mr. Gardiner and Mr. Campbell

Room          409  Period D

Email: kgardiner@ellingtonschools.net

                                                    mcampbell@ellingtonschools.net

            Welcome to Ellington High School and welcome to World History.  We look forward to working with each and every one of you this year and together we can make this a great year.  World History is a very broad subject so we will be covering a lot of material this year so it is important that you stay organized and on top of your assignments.

Ellington High School Mission Statement

Ellington High School prepares students to become knowledgeable, respectful citizens who value learning, integrity, personal well being, equity and diversity.

Ellington High School Expectations for Student Learning

Academic

The EHS student will:

-         Listen and view with understanding.

-         Read and write effectively.

-         Reason effectively, think critically, and solve problems.

-         Utilize resources including media, computers, and other technologies.

Civic

The EHS student will:

            -Meet the responsibilities of citizenship.

            -Demonstrate leadership and service to the community.

Social

The EHS student will:

            -Practice moral and ethical conduct.

            -Affirm diversity and practice respect.

            -Demonstrate skills and competencies for personal well being and growth.

Course Overview

This year we will be studying topics that include Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, Rome, Medieval Europe and the Renaissance.  We will be examining many primary sources throughout the year.  Student objectives in this class will be to develop and improve reading and writing skills as well as critical thinking, research, and study skills.

Grading Policy

Grades in this class will be determined using a points system. This means that each project, test, homework, class assignment, etc. will be worth a certain number of points. So your grade for the semester is found by dividing the points you have earned into the total number of points available for the semester. An example of this is if 300 points were available for semester 1 and you earned 240 points then your grade for the semester would be an 80, 270 points would be a 90.

Tests/Projects: There will be a test at the completion of each unit, there will be at least one major project each semester. 

Quizzes: Quizzes may be given in the middle of a unit of study.  Assignments more involved then homework may also count as quizzes.

Homework: Late homework will not be accepted unless absent when due.

Class Participation:  We define class participation as being prepared for class, being actively involved in class discussions, group work and completing in class assignments.  Students should be prepared for class everyday and share in the learning experience.

Class Room Rules

-Become familiar with your student handbook, all these rules apply in this class.

-The main rule of this class is respect!  Respect your classmates, respect your teachers, and respect yourself.

-Report to class on time and organized.  Tardies can lead to a loss of credit.  Have a separate place in your notebooks for Social Studies and have a folder for handouts.  Be sure you are prepared for class each day.

-Use appropriate language in class and respect the classroom.

-Bottled water is the only beverage you may have in class, no food is allowed.

-Do not ask to use the Lavatory or get a drink unless it is absolutely unavoidable. 

-In the event of a fire drill you must report to us when outside for attendance.

-Late homework will not be accepted, late projects will be down graded 10 points each day late.

-Make-up work guidelines are in the E.H.S. handbook.  Make-up tests and quizzes must be taken within 5 days of the original test.  Students are given 2 days for each day absent to make up the necessary work.

-Any form of Plagiarism will not be tolerated.  Do not copy others and try to pass it off as your own work.  You will receive a zero and further disciplinary action may be required.  When researching all resources being used must be cited.

World History

Mr. Gardiner

Room          404   Period E

Email: kgardiner@ellingtonschools.net

            Welcome to Ellington High School and welcome to World History.  I look forward to working with each and every one of you this year and together we can make this a great year.  World History is a very broad subject so we will be covering a lot of material this year so it is important that you stay organized and on top of your assignments.

Ellington High School Mission Statement

Ellington High School prepares students to become knowledgeable, respectful citizens who value learning, integrity, personal well being, equity and diversity.

Ellington High School Expectations for Student Learning

Academic

The EHS student will:

-         Listen and view with understanding.

-         Read and write effectively.

-         Reason effectively, think critically, and solve problems.

-         Utilize resources including media, computers, and other technologies.

Civic

The EHS student will:

            -Meet the responsibilities of citizenship.

            -Demonstrate leadership and service to the community.

Social

The EHS student will:

            -Practice moral and ethical conduct.

            -Affirm diversity and practice respect.

            -Demonstrate skills and competencies for personal well being and growth.

Course Overview

This year we will be studying topics that include Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, Rome, Medieval Europe and the Renaissance.  We will be examining many primary sources throughout the year.  Student objectives in this class will be to develop and improve reading and writing skills as well as critical thinking, research, and study skills.

Grading Policy

Grades in this class will be determined using a points system. This means that each project, test, homework, class assignment, etc. will be worth a certain number of points. So your grade for the semester is found by dividing the points you have earned into the total number of points available for the semester. An example of this is if 300 points were available for semester 1 and you earned 240 points then your grade for the semester would be an 80, 270 points would be a 90.

Tests/Projects: There will be a test at the completion of each unit, there will be at least one major project each semester. 

Quizzes: Quizzes may be given in the middle of a unit of study.  Assignments more involved then homework may also count as quizzes.

Homework: Late homework will not be accepted unless absent when due.

Class Participation:  I define class participation as being prepared for class, being actively involved in class discussions, group work and completing in class assignments.  Students should be prepared for class everyday and share in the learning experience.

Class Room Rules

-Become familiar with your student handbook, all these rules apply in this class.

-The main rule of this class is respect!  Respect your classmates, respect your teachers, and respect yourself.

-Report to class on time and organized.  Tardies can lead to a loss of credit.  Have a separate place in your notebooks for Social Studies and have a folder for handouts.  Be sure you are prepared for class each day.

-Use appropriate language in class and respect the classroom.

-Bottled water is the only beverage you may have in class, no food is allowed.

-Do not ask to use the Lavatory or get a drink unless it is absolutely unavoidable. 

-In the event of a fire drill you must report to me when outside for attendance.

-Late homework will not be accepted, late projects will be down graded 10 points each day late.

-Make-up work guidelines are in the E.H.S. handbook.  Make-up tests and quizzes must be taken within 5 days of the original test.  Students are given 2 days for each day absent to make up the necessary work.

-Any form of Plagiarism will not be tolerated.  Do not copy others and try to pass it off as your own work.  You will receive a zero and further disciplinary action may be required.  When researching all resources being used must be cited.

Contemporary Issues

Mr. Gardiner

Email: kgardiner@ellingtonschools.net

Course Description

Contemporary Issues will be an overview course pertaining to issues and events that recently or currently have had an impact on the world. Topics for this course are derived from an international, national, and local perspective. Themes of study throughout this year will include but is not limited to; world affairs, health issues, economic issues, family issues, education, race, religion, and culture. (just to name a few) This course is driven by two parts: 1) News Events! Much of what we will talk about has not even happened yet (so staying up to date with the news is key) 2) Units of study covering current international and national issues (this is where the textbook comes into play along with an array of sources)

Ellington High School Mission Statement

Ellington High School prepares students to become knowledgeable, respectful citizens who value learning, integrity, personal well being, equity and diversity.

Ellington High School Expectations for Student Learning

Academic

The EHS student will:

-         Listen and view with understanding.

-         Read and write effectively.

-         Reason effectively, think critically, and solve problems.

-         Utilize resources including media, computers, and other technologies.

Civic

The EHS student will:

            -Meet the responsibilities of citizenship.

            -Demonstrate leadership and service to the community.

Social

The EHS student will:

            -Practice moral and ethical conduct.

            -Affirm diversity and practice respect.

            -Demonstrate skills and competencies for personal well being and growth.

Grading Policy

Grades in this class will be determined using a points system. This means that each project, test, homework, class assignment, etc. will be worth a certain number of points. So your grade for the semester is found by dividing the points you have earned into the total number of points available for the semester. An example of this is if 300 points were available for semester 1 and you earned 240 points then your grade for the semester would be an 80, 270 points would be a 90.

Tests/Projects: Tests may be given after a chapter of study, papers may also count as a test when appropriate, and long term project assignments will be significant point totals. 

Quizzes: Quizzes may be given in the middle of a unit of study.  Assignments more involved then homework may also count as quizzes.

Homework: Late homework will not be accepted unless absent when due. As a student in CI you have a constant homework assignment which is to pay attention and stay updated with what is going on in the world and your community.

Class Participation:  I define class participation as being prepared for class, being actively involved in class discussions, group work and completing in class assignments.  Students should be prepared for class everyday and share in the learning experience. Class discussion and informed debates will play a large role in this course, to do well participation is essential.          

Class Room Rules

-Become familiar with your student handbook, all these rules apply in this class.

-The main rule of this class is respect!  Respect your classmates, respect your teachers, and respect yourself. This class involves a great deal of class discussion so respect is key to allowing all classmates to have a voice.

-Report to class on time and organized.  Tardies can lead to a loss of credit.  Have a separate place in your notebooks for Social Studies and have a folder for handouts.  Be sure you are prepared for class each day. Take care of your textbook and bring it to class each day whether we use it or not.

-Use appropriate language in class and respect the classroom.

-Bottled water is the only beverage you may have in class, no food is allowed.

-Do not ask to use the Lavatory or get a drink unless it is absolutely unavoidable. 

-In the event of a fire drill you must report to me when outside for attendance.

-Late homework will not be accepted, late projects will be down graded 10 points each day late.

-Make-up work guidelines are in the E.H.S. handbook.  Make-up tests and quizzes must be taken within 5 days of the original test.  Students are given 2 days for each day absent to make up the necessary work.

-Any form of Plagiarism will not be tolerated.  Do not copy others and try to pass it off as your own work.  You will receive a zero and further disciplinary action may be required.  When researching all resources being used must be cited.