2015-2016 9th Grade World History Syllabus

Course: College Prep World History

Course Number: 45.0830012-13

Teacher: A. Grobe
Email: amgrobe@colquitt.k12.ga.us
Website: worldhistorygrobe.weebly.com
Planning: 4th Period (11:10-12:40)
Education/Certification:
Bachelors in Social Science Education (Grades 6-12) from Florida State University
Masters in TESOL (In Progress) from Kennesaw State University
Certified to teach Social Sciences (Grades 6-12): American History, Government, Economics, World
History, Geography
o Georgia Department of Education, Professional Certificate
All exams associated with area of certification were successfully passed.
World History Purpose/Mission Statement:
To provide students with support and to educate for effective leadership and membership and to make a
positive difference in the lives of children to enable them achieve their highest purpose and potential.
Course Description:
The study of civilization in regards to political, cultural, economic, and social development and growth
throughout the world. Africa, Asia, and the Americas will be emphasized.
Course Objective:
The goal of this course is to give students a greater understanding of the modern World. They will learn the
major events that shaped the world today.
Textbook:
World History: Patterns of Interaction $54.83 (A disc or textbook will be provided upon request to students)
Suggested Materials for Class:
1. 3 Ring Binder or Pocket Folder & Spiral Notebook
2. Notebook paper
3. Pencil
4. Highlighter
5. Colored Pencils
Grade Calculating:
Daily/Class work:
30%
Test/Quizzes:
50%
Mid-Term:
20%
Final Exam:
20%
Grade Reporting:
C.A. Gray Jr. High will issue progress reports at the 4 and 13 week points. Report card will be issued at
the end of the 9 weeks and again at the end of the semester. Parents may access grades more often through
Parent Portal, an online service. To sign into Parent Portal please contact student services.
Attendance:
Attendance is an important part of this course. All students are required to attend school regularly. If he/she
misses 10 or more days (unexcused), he/she may lose credit for the class. See handbook for further
explanation.
Make-Up Work:
Students will be given 5 days to make up work. An assignment folder is located at the front of the
classroom. Students should check the folder for missed work. Failure to check the assignment folder
does not mean the student does not need to make up work.
Technology:
Students will have access to multiple technology resources throughout the year. Current resources in the
classroom: SmartBoard, 3 Student Computers, 1 Teacher Computer, Projector, Printer, Class Website, Remind.

Tutoring/Extra help:
If a student needs extra help they may come before school or after school as needed. He/she should inform the
teacher when coming for tutoring. Dates & times will be posted in the classroom.
Classroom Assignments and Assessments:
Daily Assignments- Notes, Handouts, Group Activities, Graphic Organizers, Map Skills, Discussions.
Provided for students to master unit standards and answer the essential question for the day.
Writing- Writing is one of the most important skills to master as you progress through your high school
years. You can expect to frequently write in various styles and lengths over the course of this year.
Quizzes-May or may not be announced, so BE PREPARED! Assessments are based on in-class readings,
documents, vocabulary, group-work, and discussions.
Projects- Topics will be given, along with group or individual assignments. Rubrics/grading process will
be discussed in class for students to know what is expected. Students will be given some class time to
work on projects, but should be prepared to work on projects outside of class.
Tests- Summative assessments will be announced at least three days in advance. Reminders will be
written on the board, posted on the class website and sent through Remind.
Suggestions for Success:
#BEHERE #ASKWHY #TURNITIN #RESPECTOTHERS #FINISHWELL
Students should review materials daily. Read over notes and previous readings.
Assignments should be completed and turned in on time.
Class participation is extremely important. Ask questions! Do your part!
You cant learn if youre not here Come to class!
When you are absent, come before or after school to make up the work you missed. One
missing assignment really affects your grade. You will have 5 days to get all missing work
completed.
Students should respect classmates during discussions and group work.
World History Classroom Rules and Expectations
1. Be in class on time if the student is having difficulties getting to class on time, he/she should consult
the teacher.
2. Teacher will address students inappropriate behavior through verbal warning ONE TIME Failure to
comply results in parental contact if unable to contact parent documentation will be made and
future incidents will result in disciplinary action.
3. Upon entering class, the student should always engage in the Do Now activity posted on the board
and begin preparing for class. This is not a time to socialize.
4. Long shirt tails must be tucked in and belt buckles fastened. No shirts below the front trouser pocket
and No sagging.
5. The student should respects others right to learn and refrain from behavior which hinders the learning
process. This includes but is not limited to talking while others are talking, out of seat, throwing things
at others, or throwing paper across the room.
6. The student should go to the bathroom between classes, not during class. Exceptions will be made if a
doctors note is presented to the teacher.
7. The student is responsible for getting missed assignments. The student should refer to the assignment
folder for missed work.
8. The student should be prepared for class pencil, paper, and notebook should be present daily.
9. The student should remain in his/her assigned seat until the bell rings to dismiss the class. Teacher
reserves the right to change a students assigned seat.
10. The student will not be allowed to go to another teachers room during class time.
11. The student will participate in classroom discussions and assignments as instructed by the teacher.
12. Cheating will not be tolerated on any assignment. If a student is caught cheating, he/she will receive a
zero for the assignment and referred to the office for discipline.
Please sign and date after reading the syllabus. I am looking forward to an excellent school year!
Student Signature: _______________________________

Date: _____________

Parent Signature: ________________________________

Date: _____________

9th Grade World History, A.Grobe

Charlie A. Gray Bring Your Own Technology (BYOT) Program
As new technologies continue to change the world in which we live, they also provide many new and positive
educational benefits for classroom instruction. To encourage this growth, students at Charlie A. Gray may now
Bring Your Own Technology and participate in the BYOT Program.
Definition of Technology
For the purpose of BYOT, Technology is privately owned wireless and/or portable electronic hand held
equipment or device that includes existing and emerging mobile communications systems and smart
technologies, portable Internet devices, Personal Digital Assistants, hand held entertainment systems or
portable information technology systems that can be used for word processing, wireless Internet access, image
capture/recording, sound recording and information transmitting/receiving/storing, etc.
Internet
Only the Internet gateway provided by the school district within the school may be accessed while on campus.
Personal Internet connective devices such as but not limited to cell phones/cell network adapters with 3G or
4G data plans are not permitted to be used to access outside Internet sources at any time using those plans.
Security and Damages
Responsibility to keep the device secure rests with the individual owner. The Colquitt County School System,
its staff, or employees, are not liable for any device lost, stolen or damaged on campus. If a device is lost, stolen
or damaged, it will be handled through the administrative office similar to other personal artifacts that are
impacted in similar situations. It is recommended that skins (decals) and other custom touches are used to
physically identify your device from others. Additionally, protective cases for technology are encouraged.
The use of technology to access educational material is not a necessity or a right but a privilege.A student does
not have a right to use his or her laptop, cell phone or other electronic device while at school. When abused,
privileges will be taken away. When respected, they will benefit the learning environment as a whole. Students
and parents/guardians participating in BYOT must adhere to the Student Code of Conduct, as well as all Board
policies, particularly the Internet Acceptable Use (Policy IFBG) and Use of Electronic Devices (Policy JCDAF).
Additionally:
The technology is allowed for educational purposes and only to enhance the classroom experience.
Teachers will decide when it may be used and for what purpose(s). The technology may only be used to
access files on computer or Internet sites which are relevant to the classroom curriculum.
Students take full responsibility for their personal electronic/digital devices. The school/district is not
responsible for the security of the electronic devices. Additionally, students are responsible for
management, trouble shooting, and technical support of their personal devices. The school/district is
not responsible for technical support of or repairs to personal devices.
The technology may not be used to cheat on assignments or tests or for non-instructional purposes
(such as making personal phone calls and text/instant messaging) unless authorized by the teacher or
administration.
The technology may not be used to record, transmit or post photographic images or video of a person,
or persons on campus during school activities and/or hours unless authorized by the teacher or
administration.

Students acknowledge that:

Each teacher will decide if, when and how BYOT will be used in his/her classroom.
The school's network filters will be applied to one's connection to the Internet, and there will
be no attempts to by-pass those filters.
Bringing on premises, attempting to infect, or infecting the network with a Virus, Trojan,
malware, or program(s) designed to damage, alter, destroy, or provide access to unauthorized
data or information is in violation of Policy IFBG and the student acceptable use policy
outlined in the Code of Conduct.

Processing or accessing information on school property related to hacking, altering, or

bypassing network security policies is in violation of Policy IFBG, and the student acceptable
use policy outlined in the Code of Conduct.
The school district has the right to collect and examine any device that is suspected of causing
problems or was the source of an attack or virus infection.
Access to student drives through the district network while using BYOT is not possible. Files
may have to be saved on the C drive of the laptop, a jump drive, an external drive, to the
students Google Apps account or another media device.
Printing and scanning from personal devices will not be possible at school.
Personal devices must be in silent mode while on school campuses.
Devices may not be used while riding school buses.
Personal technology must be charged prior to bringing it to school and run off its own battery
while at school.

Please sign and return this form to the teacher.

I understand and will abide by the above guidelines. I further understand that any violation is
unethical and may result in the loss of my network and/or technology privileges as well as other
disciplinary action.
Print Name

Signature

Parent Name
Student Name

Student Grade: 9th

Teacher: A. Grobe

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