7^TH GRADE TEXAS HISTORY

 

My name is Dana Jung and I will be teaching your child 7^th grade Texas History this year.  The textbook we will be using is Texas and Texans.   Along with the textbook, I will be supplementing with other books, handouts, pamphlets, and videos about Texas.  I will also encourage each student to bring from home articles from newspapers and magazines that pertain to Texas and share them with the class.

 

We will be doing small research projects throughout the course of the year.  We will spend time in the library and in the computer lab as needed to work on the different projects.  I will be sending home notices with your child explaining the projects, what is expected, and due dates.

 

In each six weeks’ period, I will record at least 12 grades, including the student’s notebook, warm-up activities, and at least one test.  A test will be given at the end of each six weeks.  To average grades, I will use the formula identified in the Student Handbook (test/projects 50%, daily work 35%, six weeks exams and semester exams 15%). Students will be expected to turn in all assignments by the date due.  If this does not occur, a score of zero will temporarily be recorded. The student will be given time to get the assignment complete, at which time the highest grade the student can receive on that assignment will be a 70.   

         

My classroom rules are very simple but important.  They are as follows:

1.     Be in your seat when the tardy bell rings.

2.     Have all materials needed for the class.

3.     Raise your hand for permission to talk.

4.     No food/gum allowed.

5.     Respect each other and each others property.

 

The consequences for not following the rules are identified in the WJHS Tiger Life Plan on pages 41 and 42 in your Student Handbook. 

 

I have attached a copy of my classroom rules for you to review with your child.  Please sign that page and have your child return it to me as soon as possible.

         

I am excited about having the opportunity to teach your child and am looking forward to an excellent year!

 

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns.  I have encouraged your child to see me any day before school (7:40 – 7:55) or after school (3:15 – 3:35) if he/she has any questions or needs assistance with an assignment.

                                                                             Dana Jung