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This week we start by reviewing for our final exam on Wednesday. This Tuesday we will celebrate our Party Planning Events and you are invited to your Child's Class Period. This Event will conclude and be the last effort to improve grades for the year. On Wednesday students will take Final Exam Social Studies. A study guide was given on last week. Be sure to study.

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A Study Guide will be given for Final Exam on May 22, today. My Personal Finance - Party Planning. This week will be about planning a budget and planning a party for presentation on next Tuesday May 21. This event will serve as two test grades. There will be a grade given for Group Planning and one for Presentation.  Each group will be chosen from the container and the type party will be chosen from the bag as well. All final judging will be scored by other teachers from other grade levels.  The terms from my finance (budget, savings, earning, credit, debt, interest etc) will be understood in their planning. The finale is an EDIBLE PARTY May 21. Students will bring home budget sheet to fill out as part of their understanding of My Financial Budget. Please help students fill out the sheet to continue their party planning. Bring your phones on Tuesday.

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This week we will be discussing Personal Finance. There will be a budget sheet going home; please help the students fill it out. We will have a culminating activity that will allow students to show off their understanding of Finance on May16, 2019. This will be a group activity and all the directions and information will be loaded on Padlet and EDMODO. For tomorrow please allow your child to bring his or her device to complete a class activity that deals with historical facts. Thank you for the support.

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Hello everyone, the assignment package that was not completed in class on yesterday is your homework assignment for tonight. After three days of working with this package and only having three things to do, it should have been complete on yesterday. The power point is the History of Australia EDMODO, in there you will scroll towards the end and complete the Historical Marker, Political Cartoon, and the full essay on A British Prisoner in Australia. The writing will be scored according to good writing practice (4-5 paragraphs with conclusion, spelling, and punctuation, along with complete sentences). It is due tomorrow for a grade and there will not be another time to turn in unless you are absent. Thank you.

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We are testing out of the Australian Unit today. The study guide has been given to students since Monday. Homework is due today. Then, onto Finance.

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We are testing out of the Australian Unit today. The study guide has been given to students since Monday. Homework is due today. Then, onto Finance.

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Hello, we are back to studying Australia. We will finish this Unit and Test on this Friday. Today you will receive a Study Guide and review in class. A copy of the Study Guide is on Padlet and EDMODO. Please Take advantage of the power point over all of Australia in  Australia's folder. You will also find the quiz and map  attached to this note. Map is below this post; please use with questions as needed.

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Hello, we are back to studying Australia. We will finish this Unit and Test on this Friday. Today you will receive a Study Guide and review in class. A copy of the Study Guide is on Padlet and EDMODO. Please Take advantage of the power point over all of Australia in  Australia's folder. You will also find the quiz and map  attached to this note. Map is below this post; please use with questions as needed.

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Hello, we are back to studying Australia. We will finish this Unit and Test on this Friday. Today you will receive a Study Guide and review in class. A copy of the Study Guide is on Padlet and EDMODO. Please Take advantage of the power point over all of Australia in  Australia's folder. You will also find the quiz and map  attached to this note.

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Its 6th Grade turn for Milestone. I am sure our students are ready for the challenge and will do well. Please be sure each student have a book or two to read after the test. I have challenged my homeroom to an ice cream party on Friday if all come to school each day. We will continue working on Australia and be ready to test out of Australia by May 1. There will be no homework for this week.

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This week the students will learn about Australia's geography. All test scores will be shared on tomorrow from test on this past Friday. The students will have an activity for geography of Australia, please see the attachments and it is due Friday to drop the lowest grade. Friday is the deadline.

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We are continuing our study of Canada. The students will discuss Canada's Economics, Government, and History, then, test out of Canada on Friday. Students will be given a study guide on Monday. A copy of the study guide is attached.

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Canada's Environmental Issues and Economics will be our discussion this week. We will also review 2nd Step Modules to help students with social skills.

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This week we will discuss Canada's, Geography, where people live, population and review its geography.  There will also be a quiz on Friday over these two sections.  There will performance tasks to help enrich the lessons along the way.  Please view the attached power points and activities that may be used to review the lesson.

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The discussion will continue with Latin America's Independence Movement and History. On This Thursday, students will complete a mid-term test. A Study Guide has been given for the mid-term and a copy of the study guide is found on EDMODO, Latin American Folder 2017.

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We will continue our discussion and notes on Latin America's Economic Systems and then on to History, Indepence Movement, and NAFTA. Students will quiz on Friday. Bring your device on Friday if you can to take Quiz on Friday. Take good notes. The powerpoints are on EDMODO in Latin America Folder. Please review those materials.

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We are still working with Latin America and this week we will continue government and quiz on Tuesday over. The rest of the week we will discuss Latin
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Welcome Back. I hope you are ready to began a fresh a new!  

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Welcome Back. I hope you are ready to began a fresh a new!  

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This week the students will discuss the government of Latin America and quiz on Tuesday of next week

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Hello, this week the students will be discussing the Cuban Revolution and Government of Cuba. They will have a quiz on Thursday.

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Unit 4 has been complete and students will be given a study guide for test on Wednesday. The test is over the quizzes that have been given previously. The study guide will be given to each student and gone over in class to clear up any questions. All work not turned in from previous week is due no later than Tuesday.  Have a great week.  In the meantime, we will continue our discussion on Latin America's history and government.

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Hello, on Monday we will review for quiz over people, location, and climate Latin America. Students will quiz on Tuesday. Please review previous facts on Latin America as well. Review of Power Points in the Latin America Folder, EDMDO can support the review as well. We will continue our discussion on religions, language, and Columbian Exchange and quiz out on Friday.

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Hello, this week is a continuation of Latin America and why people live where they live? Then, onto the Government of Latin America. for 1st and 5th you may begin bringing in your projects for evaluation and presentation. Your deadline is 23 January and every day late will be a ten point deduction 1st and 5th. I am expecting your best work and for some of our students to move forward to the next level after being judged by our school judges. There will be a quiz on Friday over Where people live and Government. Have a great week.

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Hello Everyone January 14-18-19 Latin America

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Hello Everyone January 14-18-19 Latin America

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This week's focus is on Latin America's environmental issues. For support EDMODO folder Latin America 2017 is available. Students will discuss these issues and quiz on Friday.  National History Day 5th and 6th Periods review is tomorrow with discussion questions that students may have about Process Paper and completion of their boards due on 23 January. Because we have a tight deadline to send names that will move forward to represent the school, we must have all projects on or before 23 January. Bring in all projects as soon as you can for school judges to review. Thank you for your support. I am excited to see some great work very soon.

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Hello, Welcome Back! We are headed to Latin America. All students are asked to have a new composition book, notebook, or whatever they will use to place all notes and activities inside of. Please provide. The students will discuss the physical and political features of Latin America. They will take notes and notes are shared on EDMODO in file folder Latin America 201. After review students will quiz on Wednesday over physical/political features and onto Environmental Issues of Latin America. Notes will be shared and can be found on EDMODO for further study and review.

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Hello, our break is almost here. This Monday will be 1 and 5th Social Studies' Class Final Exam.  Please bring your devices, we will be testing using Socrative.  On Tuesday we will test 2 and 6th period, please bring your devices to test using Socrative.  The study guide has been given to each student and the study guide with answers was place on EDMODO Unit 2 Europe 2014-15 and 9wks Europe folder for 1st period only.  Please study well and you will do well. For many of you the Final can make a huge difference in whether you pass the semester.  The answers are in green

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Final Exam December 2018 Study Guide   Complete with answers Europe

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To all my classes, Your Graphic Organizer can be finished at home and turned in on Thursday with your Europe Choice Board Sheet for a test grade. This Friday all will share their STEM Projects with their period class, all parents are welcome.  During the presentations, students can bring in snacks to eat. Each student must bring enough for the entire class to eat or it cannot be eaten. The final exam study guide is on EDMODO in the Europe 2014-15 Folder and the Unit 2 9wks Europe Folder. The Final is Monday December 17.  All work is due Friday the last day of grading period.  Enjoy!

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I hope you had a wonderful weekend. This week will be about review and finishing all work specifically the European Graphic Organizer and the STEM Activity must be turned in on Tuesday. All late work is due. There will be a Study Guide for the Final Exam given on Tuesday. The Gifted classes 1st and 5th, be sure to work on your Process Paper for review (not a grade) on Wednesday to be sure you are on the right track.

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Hello Everyone,
Finish up your Summative Review and bring complete on tomorrow. Check out the attachment below for instructions. This is a grade and it can help to boost your averages. This week will be the closing of Europe and Review for our Final Exam on next week. Whatever you have not turned in can still be completed for a lesser grade, which is better than a zero. Finish with the best grade you can have before Christmas break. A Study guide for the final exam will be given on Tuesday of this week. Nation History 1st and 5th will present their Bibliography Cards on tomorrow that were due on this past Friday. Start working on your Process Paper due very soon. Have a great week.

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Complete the Summative Review of the Cold War. Use your notes and the power point in oflder 2nd 9wks Europe Folder, teacheer notes Cold War; or Unit 2 Europe 2014-15 folder same title for folder for a grade.

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I hope you all had an enjoyable holiday. This week is a week of review over WWI, WWII, Cold War, and analyzing documents that show evidence of war and its impact. National History Day, Wednesday, bring your device if you can.

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All late Work is due on November 13 for a grade. Complete Europe enrichment Chapter 2 and 3; those who have completed that work, will analyze Document D from DBQ by answering the Questions for discussion. Imaging 5 pictures that illustrate the Treaty of Versailles' impact on the European nations, Color each, and explain why you thought this picture represents using supporting details in your notes. Wednesday is ongoing review for National History Day; 1st and 5th periods only

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Many of the students did not take advantage of completing the Mars Super Hero Environmental STEM (3 weeks past due) activity and the Slice of Culture (2 mos past due) for a grade. They now have a zero or pending a zero if no  grade has been given yet. The students will be able to get a grade but not full credit if completed by Tuesday, November 13. The information is in 2nd 9wks Europe and Unit 2 Europe 2014-15. A quiz will be given on tomorrow over MAIN, Treaty of Versaille, and the Rise of Nazism. Bring your devices if possible.

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Hello, the students will continue to discuss Treaty of Versailles DBQ, Nazism, and WWII.. Every Wednesday we will have National History Day Observations. Please check the Calendar to see what is due this Wednesday. Quick Checks will continue for understanding of the lessons being shared throughout the week.

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Hello, the students will continue to discuss WWI and Treaty of Versailles' impact on WWII. Students will discuss Propaganda. Students are reminded to check the schedule for completed work due this Wednesday for National History Day Project. A Quick Check will be given each day, so students will need to study their notes over History of Europe (Exploration, MAIN, and Treaty of Versailles) for a grade. Please bring devices to class, if possible, quiz will be taken on Socrative.

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1st and 5th Periods remember to bring your NHD Package, a device,  and be ready to search for Secondary Sources.

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This week students will discuss WWI cause and effect. Treaty of Versailles DBQ inquiry will part of the discussion during the week. Honor's classes, 5/6th will work on NHDP, Wednesday 10-23-18. Please allow students to bring their package and their devices so work can make good use of our time together.

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Hello everyone, tomorrow is a chance for you to check your research and to make sure you are off to a great start for your National History Day Project. Please bring your devices and your information so we can work on this project in class.

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Hello, October 4, 2018 National History Day Projects were given out and explained in its entirety.  The students will need to have Step 1 complete upon return.The students were given opportunity to finish their work on Super Hero for a grade. The information is atrtached to this message and on Padlet. Many of them decided not to finish the work that is now two weeks old.  Due upon return from Fall Break. Everyday that it is late ten ponts will be taken away in accordance with the syllabus given at the beginning of the year. This is a quiz grade.  Please encourage them to finish.

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Hello, October 4, 2018 National History Day Projects were given out and explained in its entirety.  The students will need to have Step 1 complete upon return.The students were given opportunity to finish their work on Super Hero for a grade. The information is atrtached to this message and on Padlet. Many of them decided not to finish the work that is now two weeks old.  Due upon return from Fall Break. Everyday that it is late ten ponts will be taken away in accordance with the syllabus given at the beginning of the year. This is a quiz grade.  Please encourage them to finish.

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Social Studies lesson Plan October 15 - 19, 2018 – Dr. Rutha Jackson We will review types of Government in Europe and citizen's response (Standards SS6G) and* Standard: SS6H3 Explain conflict and change in Europe.a. Describe the aftermath of World War I: the rise of communism, the Treaty of Versailles, the rise of Nazism, and worldwide depression.1 & 5th Your STEP I is Due for your National History Day Project; Don't be late if you want all pts.  

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Social Studies lesson Plan October 15 - 19, 2018 – Dr. Rutha Jackson We will review types of Government in Europe and citizen's response (Standards SS6G) and* Standard: SS6H3 Explain conflict and change in Europe.a. Describe the aftermath of World War I: the rise of communism, the Treaty of Versailles, the rise of Nazism, and worldwide depression.1 & 5th Your STEP I is Due for your National History Day Project; Don't be late if you want all pts.  

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Mars Super Hero is due and is almost three weeks past due and is due Monday for a final grade. Please complete and be ready to turn in to tray. See instructions on EDMODO

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Hello, the test took longer than expected, we will have the entire class period to go over National History Day information on tomorrow. Many of the students did well on the test today.  Have a great day.

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Hello, the test took longer than expected, we will have the entire class period to go over National History Day information on tomorrow. Many of the students did well on the test today.  Have a great day.

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Hello, here is another opportunity for you to do well on the test. Study the attachment.

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Hello, here is another opportunity for you to do well on the test. Study the attachment.

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27 and 32 are the same questions and the answer for both is B. The numbers will appear in the map as the answer checked below. Enjoy!

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Hello, here is another opportunity for you to do well on the test. Study the attachment.

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Hello, here is another opportunity for you to do well on the test. Study the attachment.

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27 and 32 are the same questions and the answer for both is B. The numbers will appear in the map as the answer checked below. Enjoy!

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Good Morning, on yesterday I passed out to my first period honors/GTE class a package of information concerning the National History Day requirements. That information will be gone over in class today aftr mid-term is given.  Please allow 1st period students to bring back package to class on today. I sent it home to let you know that we will begin this week and to answer questions for STEP I. There are numerous choices to be made and each comes with explanation and rubrics. 5th Period Gifted and GTE will get their package today. Once again discussion starts today after mid-term is complete and tomorrow. Please do not be turned off by the thickness of the package. After going through the package, the students will see that after choosing the topic and the area in which to do research that it is not too much to get done. Please send me your questions on EDMODO so we can meet deadlines and clarify any concerns. Have a great day.

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Good Morning, on yesterday I passed out to my first period honors/GTE class a package of information concerning the National History Day requirements. That information will be gone over in class today aftr mid-term is given.  Please allow 1st period students to bring back package to class on today. I sent it home to let you know that we will begin this week and to answer questions for STEP I. There are numerous choices to be made and each comes with explanation and rubrics. 5th Period Gifted and GTE will get their package today. Once again discussion starts today after mid-term is complete and tomorrow. Please do not be turned off by the thickness of the package. After going through the package, the students will see that after choosing the topic and the area in which to do research that it is not too much to get done. Please send me your questions on EDMODO so we can meet deadlines and clarify any concerns. Have a great day.

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Hello, October 1-4 is going to be great!

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Hello, October 1-4 is going to be great!

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Our students only have 4 days of school this week. On tomorrow (Monday), we will review the study guide that was given out on Friday. The students are already or should be familiar with these questions because they are similar to the previous test questions (9-21-18). Nevertheless, we will go over it in class on tomorrow. Our test is this Wednesday for every Social Studies' class. The Gifted and GTE students will receive their packages for National History Day Project. Please review and discuss with your child the requirements and I will do the same in class on Tuesday. Whatever questions you may have please let me know via email or EDMODO. We will maximize this project and I hope we will take them all the way to State. All things are possible.

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This week the students will review the standards missed from Friday's test. The review and discussion will be ongoing during the week. The mid-term exam will mirror the same study guide given for the most recent test. All students should continue to review the previous study guide. We will continue our discussion and assessing our understanding of Europe's Economics and Government.

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Hello Everyone, We are still discussing European Economics and our test will be Friday. A Study Guide has been attached and will be given out in class on Monday.

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Europe Economic Study Guide Test is on Friday

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Social Studies Weekly Overview September 10-15, 2018

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Social Studies Weekly Overview September 10-15, 2018

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Review all Economic Vocabulary Words and previous lessons for Quick Checks throughout the week. These grades will be averaged on Fridays for a final weekly quiz grade. This week students are expected to be finished with Economics of Europe and test out on Friday.

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Social Studies lesson Plan September 10 -15-18

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Lesson Plans Social Studies - September 4, 2018

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Test will be on this Wednesday over Europe Map and Environmental Issues

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Social Studies lesson Plan August 27 - Sept 1, 2018

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August 20- 24 Social Studies Lesson Plan

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August 20- 24 Social Studies Lesson Plan

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Test will be gone over on Tuesday and grades will be posted.

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Hello Everyone, just a reminder that your test is tomorrow Unit I and we will complete our work with the History of the Chocolate. A Performance Task will be complete for a grade as well over 25 of our vocabulary words. So bring colorful or draw then color pictures to go on your wheel for a grade. See you tomorrow.

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Hello Everyone, just a reminder that your test is tomorrow Unit I and we will complete our work with the History of the Chocolate. A Performance Task will be complete for a grade as well over 25 of our vocabulary words. So bring colorful or draw then color pictures to go on your wheel for a grade. See you tomorrow.

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August 13 - 17; Continuation of Themes of Geography

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August 13 - 17; Continuation of Themes of Geography

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This weeks lesson plans will pick up from where we left off with the Themes of Geography. The lesson Plans are attached. On Friday to culminate each student can bring a chocolate candy bar and consume after reading about the origin of Chocolate and taking a Unit I Test. Study Guides will be given on tomorrow and Tuesday.

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Syllabus will go home with student tomorrow. Please read and sign and contact if you have questions. Monday is testing all day. Tuesday, homework will be taken up and graded. Study Guide for Test will be given on Tuesday and during the week questions will be answered. The test will be 14 August. Lesson Plans for this week are attached.

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May 21-23, 2018 Last few days of school 

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May 21-23, 2018 Last few days of school 

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Hello, on Monday the students will share their performance task on Finance. Each group have been asked to plan a party. Themes were chosen and the group planned for three days how each would share in the event. Food is involved and will be brought in on tomorrow as well. The students will share their foods from different stations. Then, share an activity. Social Studies' final exam is on Tuesday, 10% of grade. Study Guide was given on last Wednesday to everyone. It is going to be a great few days.

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This week students will share some of their Australian Government Books created by them for a quiz grade. On May 16th each student will receive a study guide for the final exam on May 22. Learning will continue in the unit of finance.

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May 7-11-18 Australia's Government Continues

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May 7-11-18 Australia's Government Continues

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Students will complete our story book on Australia's Government. This book is full of colorful pictures and descriptive writing to explain what type government and its impact on the people of Australia. The book is at least 12 pages on white copy paper, good writing skills, spelling, knowledge of understanding, and creativity are all requirements. Students will use their notes, Gallopade Book, and government power point to assist them. Students will also enhance their readers by sharing some liberties we have in the U.S. and local leaders of our town.  Students will pretend to be the best selling author.  There maybe opportunity to share with other 6th graders. The cover of the book will have a catchy name and a colorful illustration to draw their young audience inside (2nd, and 3rd grade readers). We hope this will be the best ever they have completed in class.  All work will be completed in class. We do have a few interruptions the first two days of the week, so, the expected completion time is by Friday. This grade is a quiz grade.

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April 30 - May 1-4 Social Studies Australia Economics

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April 30 - May 1-4 Social Studies Australia Economics

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This week students will review economics and government of Australia. For each subject area an activity will be given to enhance knowledge and understanding. Recovery of missing assignment is going forth to increase grade averages. Have a great week!

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This week will be slow but we will continue to work on finishing Australia.  This week will be a continuation of Where People Live and Economic using activities to reinforce the sections discussed. The students will share their Australian cookies with the class and alternative work. Students will need to bring in a book to read after testing, there will be no talking and time to socialize after the test. My students will test with another teacher and must be on their best behavior, listening to all instructions given by the teacher.  Have a great week. Always, "make it a practice to always do your best no matter what". Best of the Best!

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Hello everyone, finish the graphic organizer of Australia as a study guide, due tomorrow in class. You may use the internet and some information will be found in the physical feature and climate and population folder in the 2nd 9wks Australia folder.  Cookie Australia is due 24 April 18. This cookie activity will be a test grade.  An up to date rubric will be placed on EDMODO. This performance task will be shared with the class. The alternate assignment will be a written test with constructive responses and research. 

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Hello everyone, finish the graphic organizer of Australia as a study guide, due tomorrow in class. You may use the internet and some information will be found in the physical feature and climate and population folder in the 2nd 9wks Australia folder.  Cookie Australia is due 24 April 18. This cookie activity will be a test grade.  An up to date rubric will be placed on EDMODO. This performance task will be shared with the class. The alternate assignment will be a written test with constructive responses and research. 

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This week students will discuss the physical features of Australia using maps activities and power point. The power point is found on EDMODO in the 2nd 9wks Australia Folder. Furthermore, because this Unit is short, there maybe time to discuss, climate and population power point with activities to enhance the lessons. Have a great week.

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This week students will review notes of Canada's Economy and on to receive Cloze notes about the History of Canada. Students will continue reviews in warm ups from the previous lesson each day and test will be given on Friday. The power point of the history of Canada is on EDMODO as well in Canada Folder - History. Progress Reports will go home this week. The work completed in class from previous week will be reviewed for a grade.

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Hello, please complete your instagram-Canada for a grade; turn in on tomorrow.  The instructions maybe found in Canada 3rd 9 wks folder, Where people live. Quiz over geography and where people live in Canada will be on Friday. Study your notes.

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This week we will discuss Canada, where people live, population and review its geography. There will also be a quiz on Friday over these two sections. There will performance tasks to help enrich the lessons along the way. Please view the attached power points and activities that may be used to enrich the lesson.

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Study Guide for 9 Wks Exam; We will go through these questions on Monday and the 9wsks exam is Thursday

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This week the students will be working on a final task that will end Latin America. This group activity will be finished in class using notes, text, and reading from other source to finish this colorful collage. This work will be a test grade. If students are absent then, an alternative at home assignment will be given in order to make up this test grade. We hope to be finished with this activity by Wednesday and then, start the geography of Canada.

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This week my 1 and 5th periods will work on gathering information for a debate on NAFTA, Friday. Each group will state their case and findings for if they are "For" or Against" NAFTA. One person will be chosen by the team to debate their points (4 or 5). Then, the students will read and discuss the War on Drugs and its impact on Latin America. Questions to be answered: Why is there a war on Drugs and how do drugs in Latin America influence the United States? What are some of the consequences of the War on Drugs in Latin America? How do you think drugs influence the poverty rate in Latin American countries? Has the War on Drugs been successful? Justify your answer with evidence from the video clip and article?

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This week students will discuss Economy of Latin America and its impact on the world. Further discussion will be about the influence of NAFTA. Activities from the lesson will be completed in class. Dumpster Diving into Castro's trash is an activity found in the Latin America's Voluntary folder, students are asked to complete, color, and explain each item that relates to the Cuban Revolution for a booster grade, worth 100 points  Power Point is attached

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Hello, instead of testing on Wednesday, the test will be Friday. Hello All, this week is a great week. Monday students will receive a study guide for test on Friday. We will continue our discussion on Latin America's Cuban's conflict and change, Government, and NAFTA. Students will engage in activities from each topic. Students will engage in activities from each topic. The Latin America power points are in the Latin America Folder on EDMODO.

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January 29-2 February 2018 Social Studies

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January 29-2 February 2018 Social Studies

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Hello, It is great to have the National History Day Projects behind us. Those names that were chosen to move to the next level have been selected by the school judges and have been given a form to bring back on Monday, tomorrow stating whether or not he or she will participate in the next level. Students can bring their country's food and is not penalized for not bringing something. We will celebrate our 100 day with various activities in the room. The rest of the week will continue with Latin America's Conflict and Change " Independent Movement and NAFTA.

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I am happy to say that the judges will judge our National History Day Boards on Tuesday. This simply means that each student that participated will receive from the judges information that will help them as they move to 7th grade and if their board is chosen to move on to the next round of competition. No student will be made to participate if their board is chosen, it will be up to the student and the parents. The dates for the next round of competition will be given to those students before Friday, January 26, 2018. Thank you to those who did complete the work. Two Grades have been posted for the work before and the completed work.Students will present their Posters to represent 100 days of Social Studies starting Monday, January 22. On January 29, 2018, at night, this celebration will take place, more information will be sent forth. Furthermore, this week the students will discuss the Colombian Exchange and Independent Movement. Furthermore, this week the students will discuss the Colombian Exchange and Independent Movement.

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The grades will be given back and selections will be made from all national History Day projects that were turned in. The grade is counted as a test grade for 1st and 5th period. After being chosen to present the judges will decide who will take their projects and get them ready for competition. This week the classes will review location, climate, and Natural Resources, then, discuss more about Latin America's Cultures. A power point has been placed in the Latin America's folder on EDMODO and Padlet.

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I am looking forward to 1st and 5th National History Day Projects. Tomorrow we will start viewing your awesome work. The project is a test grade and worth two 100. Moreover, 2nd and 6th period will join in the fun of reviewing maps, notes, and making new year resolution. It is my hope on Friday to continue on with Latin America's Location, population, climate and more (Latin America's Culture).

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I hope you had a great day of relaxation. This week January 16 - 19 will be a time for students to get ready for 100 days of Social Studies. Each student will be allowed to choose from the name basket a country of the Latin America Region. Students will use their devices to research their country to find out the countries' flag, population, climate, absolute location (latitude and longitude), sports (choose 1), literacy rate, gross domestic Product (GDP), cultures (1) music, poem, something edible eaten in the country with recipe, dance, leader, government, and clothing. Students can dress and bring in their dish for show n tell on 22 January and share with the class using a colorful picture poster board. This work will be worked on in class.  Students can bring pictures to go on their board along with glue, color pencils, markers, and other items that will make their board attractive. This is a test grade due on January 22, all day long and parents are invited

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December 11-15 Study Guide: part 1 will be the previous study guide that says Unit 2 used with the last test for 6th Grade exam on 19 December 2017.  Part two study guide will be given on Thursday, placed on Padlet over Geography and possible environmental issues of Latin America. The 6th Grade Social Studies Exam will be given on 19 December, 2017. Start studying today. I have placed on EDMODO a power point that shares Latin America Environmental Issues as well as location, population etc. The activities will be reinforced in class. For 1st and 5th Period National History Day, December 13th, review is only for those who think they need a review after using the sample categories provided on the National History Day Website.  

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December 11-15 Study Guide: part 1 will be the previous study guide that says Unit 2 used with the last test for 6th Grade exam on 19 December 2017.  Part two study guide will be given on Thursday, placed on Padlet over Geography and possible environmental issues of Latin America. The 6th Grade Social Studies Exam will be given on 19 December, 2017. Start studying today. I have placed on EDMODO a power point that shares Latin America Environmental Issues as well as location, population etc. The activities will be reinforced in class. For 1st and 5th Period National History Day, December 13th, review is only for those who think they need a review after using the sample categories provided on the National History Day Website.  

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Environmental Issues in Latin America (3)

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T-Shirt Physical Feature: The T-Shirt information is in the Latin America Folder and Padlet. Let this be your Masterpiece. The best ones will get Tiger Bucks.Due tomorrow, Friday 12/8/17

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T-Shirt Physical Feature: The T-Shirt information is in the Latin America Folder and Padlet. Let this be your Masterpiece. The best ones will get Tiger Bucks.Due tomorrow, Friday 12/8/17

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Hello, this week will be filled with a new adventure. We will do a test autopsy of our test taken on Thursday. Then, we are introduced to Latin America using maps, power point, and video to help with understanding the physical features of Latin America. Attached and included in EDMODO folder Latin America 2017 are the activities that we will be engaged in.  National History Day talk if needed.

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Physical Features of Latin America.compressed

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Hello, here is another opportunity for you to do well on the test. Study the attachment.

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Hello, here is another opportunity for you to do well on the test. Study the attachment.

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27 and 32 are the same questions and the answer for both is B. The numbers will appear in the map as the answer checked below. Enjoy!

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Welcome Back! This week we will review all of Unit 2, using previous tests, charts, graphs and other resources in class. The test will take place on Thursday. All students will be given a study guide on Tuesday. Each day we will review. On Friday we will introduce Latin America's Geography.  Period 1 &5 National History Day review of all work on Wednesday.

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Hello All, November 12 - 16 - 2017 will begin with Government Performance Task. The Performance Task will be presented on Tuesday. Each group have opportunity to win 50 Tiger Bucks for the best presentation after being judged. These tiger bucks will be distributed among the group. This grade will also be considered a test grade. Food and Snacks are allowed for the project. After the presentations, students will briefly discuss Europe's exploration. A final test will be given over Europe to see if students are ready to move on to Unit 3 Latin America. A Study Guide will be provided on Tuesday and the projected test will be given hopefully on Friday. Have a great week.

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Hello All, November 12 - 16 - 2017 will begin with Government Performance Task. The Performance Task will be presented on Tuesday. Each group have opportunity to win 50 Tiger Bucks for the best presentation after being judged. These tiger bucks will be distributed among the group. This grade will also be considered a test grade. Food and Snacks are allowed for the project. After the presentations, students will briefly discuss Europe's exploration. A final test will be given over Europe to see if students are ready to move on to Unit 3 Latin America. A Study Guide will be provided on Tuesday and the projected test will be given hopefully on Friday. Have a great week.

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Monday 11-6-2017
Wrapping Up Unit 2 Europe

Warm Up/Opening – Brain Pop -review of WWII, Cold War, and Reunification
Types of Government and What People Say/Do:

1.        Discuss the types and its meaning

2.       Set Up a Shop: Bakery (Variety), Grocery Store, Barber Shop, Beauty Shop, Candy Shop, Ice Cream Shop, Clothing Store, Nail Shop, Toy Store etc

3.       Write 5 Scenarios (Include Parliamentary and Presidential) to show how the types of governments could play a role in your choice shop.

4.       Illustrate in a small way each scenario

5.       Present to the class on Thursday

Closing – Journal Entry

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Hello, this week we continue with Unit 2 Europe. Students will finish government and choice board squares of Europe for a grade. It is our hope to have group government shops throughout the classroom to re-enforce understanding of government terms and what power the people have in each term. 1 & 5 will have National History Day Talk and check. We will also discuss the Thesis that will be included in the paper. Those who do not have National History Day information, please catch up and turn in the late work, you will get some points.

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Hello, this week we continue with Unit 2 Europe. Students will finish government and choice board squares of Europe for a grade. It is our hope to have group government shops throughout the classroom to re-enforce understanding of government terms and what power the people have in each term.

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Social Studies: The students will review Mid-Term Test and for those who did not make a passing grade of 70, re-take will be on Wednesday. As always the old grade and new grade will be averaged together for a final grade. If after average together becomes less than before, student will receive the original grade.  This week's discussions will be over the Holocaust, WWWII Causes and Effect, Reunification of Europe, Cold War, and Government. Perhaps not in this order, but hopefully discuss all this week. For more information on these topics and vocabulary, please preview unit 2 Europe 2014-15 Folder. Our Wednesday is allocated to National History Day Discussion, 1st and 5th periods.  This Wednesday paragraph 2 of the process paper, 5 Bibliographies, and 10 data cards. For more information, please open National History Day Folder for guidance. Bring questions to class for discussion on Wednesday.  I have further attached the notes below

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Hello Everyone, this Thursday is Mid-Term, please bring your device to take the test in Socrative. 

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Hello Everyone, this Thursday is Mid-Term, please bring your device to take the test in Socrative. 

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Unit 2 Europe

SS6CG3 Compare and Contrast various forms of government. a. Explain citizens participation in autocratic and democratic government [i.e., role of citizens in choosing the leaders of the United Kingdom (parliamentary democracy), Germany (parliamentary democracy), and Russia (presidential democracy)]. b. Describe the two predominant forms of democratic government: parliamentary and presidential.

SS6E7 Analyze different economic systems. a. Compare how traditional, command, and market economies answer the economic questions of 1- what to produce, 2-how to produce, and 3-for whom to produce. b. Explain that countries have a mixed economic system located on a continuum between pure market and pure command. c. Compare the basic types of economic systems found in the United Kingdom, Germany, and Russia.

Literacy Standards: L6-8RHSS1: Cite specific textual evidence to support analysis of primary and secondary sources.

L6-8RHSS2: Determine the central idea or information of a primary or secondary source; provide an accurate summary of the source distinct from prior knowledge or opinions.

Essential Questions: What role do people play in different style of government? • What type of economic systems exists in Europe? • What economic factors determine if a region is good or bad place to live? Monday review of notes over quiz; Quiz on Tuesday over WWII, Cold War, and Reunification of Europe.
National History Day talk on Wednesday; Europe Choice Board Review of entire unit classwork

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10/2 - 6/2017 Social Studies Weekly Overview

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10/2 - 6/2017 Social Studies Weekly Overview

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Students will finish their Propaganda Presentations. Each student will be given a Mid-Term Social Studies' Study Guide for Mid-Term Test on Thursday. We will review for the test using Kahoot and in-class Bucket Challenges. The students will also read a book call "Number the Stars", a story about a girl who gained freedom during WWII. Test Scores will be viewed after Fall Break. Have an awesome four days. The Study Guide is attached. The Study Guide Answer Key will be given after discussion on Monday.

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9/25/17: Hello All, please use the Propaganda Technique sheet to go along with explain your posters (2). This will help you complete question for four on your assignment sheet. The sheet is easy to find because it is attached to this message and in Padlet and EDMODO Unit 2 Europe 2014-15- Propaganda Techniques. I will be viewing EDMODO to answer your concerns. 

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9/25/17: Hello All, please use the Propaganda Technique sheet to go along with explain your posters (2). This will help you complete question for four on your assignment sheet. The sheet is easy to find because it is attached to this message and in Padlet and EDMODO Unit 2 Europe 2014-15- Propaganda Techniques. I will be viewing EDMODO to answer your concerns. 

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Use the Propaganda Techniques with Posters 92817

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9/20/17: The Russian Revolution information for the Comic Strip is in Unit 2 Europe 2014-15. The information is there and attached to the message that I send to everyone. 

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9/20/17: The Russian Revolution information for the Comic Strip is in Unit 2 Europe 2014-15. The information is there and attached to the message that I send to everyone. 

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Hello All,I did not get to put the worksheet on EDMODO so don't worry just come in tomorrow and finish the work at the beginning of class.

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Hello All,I did not get to put the worksheet on EDMODO so don't worry just come in tomorrow and finish the work at the beginning of class.

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September 18-22 World War 1, Treaty of Versailles, World Depression, and Rise of Nazism

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September 18-22 World War 1, Treaty of Versailles, World Depression, and Rise of Nazism

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Students will discuss, take notes, inquiry investigation of the Treaty of Versailles DBQ; Quick Quiz; Scavenger Hunt, Rise of Hitler - Cause and Effect. Read the book in class "Number the Stars" and discuss.

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9/25 WWI, Treaty of Versailles Review and Test

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9/25 WWI, Treaty of Versailles Review and Test

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Students will use virtual modules to review, found within this URL: http://cms.gavirtualschool.org/Shared/SocialStudies/WorldHistory_15/WH_WWIShared/WH_WWIShared6.html. These modules are being used to re-teach and review in class.
Each module will be completed during class and the final test is projected to be completed by Wednesday or Thursday 9/28/17, but is subject to change for a grade. Rise of Nazism and Propaganda assignment is to be completed by Thursday. That assignment is attached. This is another avenue to get students reading and applying what they have learned.  We will continue with WWII and the Cold War impact. Have a wonderful week. I am looking forward to sharing with you, see you this evening, Monday 9/25/17; Friday is Field Trip Day.

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Students will discuss WW1 and events that led up to the war while analyzing the impact that war had on people, economy, and final results that are seen even in the world today. They will read stories and share documents about events and people who played a role in the war. They will answer the questions of what, why, and how of war in its beginning and ending. Various Power Points, Assessments and Videos will be shared in EDMODO Europe Folder 2014-15.
9/6: Extra, Extra- Hello, Homework for 1st, 2nd, and 5th comes from Europe 2014- 15 Europe Economics Power Point. Please answer all spaces after reviewing. We will discuss in class. Please complete so you can be a part of the discussion for a grade.
9/5-10: Hello, I hope your holiday was relaxing.This week will be began with test autopsy and re-takes for everyone will be this Thursday. We will continue with the Culture of Europe discussing World War 1 and 2. Students will review PPTs, take notes, anchor chart activities, analyzing cartoons, and readings from various written articles.

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Hello, there will be a test on Friday. Please be sure to study the handout, notes, and focus on geography as well for the test. See the message below.

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Hello, there will be a test on Friday. Please be sure to study the handout, notes, and focus on geography as well for the test. See the message below.

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This week the students will focus more on Europe's economics. They will need to know and be able to apply the three trade barriers, economic systems' functions, type of religions and languages. For a heads up, on EDMODO Europe file folder 2014-15 will help students with their understanding of these previously stated areas for discussion this week. Enjoy the power points and other important documents. There maybe a test on Friday over Europe's physical, political, environmental, and economics. Students will need to review their notes

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What an exciting week! Monday we will watch CNN Student News on the Eclipse. Students will do a group reading and sharing about the eclipse. Tuesday students will finish Europe's environmental issue bumper sticker and present to the class for a grade. Because of this lesson and activity some classes will be working on different standards. It is our hope to cover the impact of location, climate, natural resources, and population distribution as well as Europe's Economic. Students will be responsible for completing all work by Friday for a major grade.

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8/16/17  Hello, the Padlet and EDMODO information was to inform you of what was going to happen during the week. The only assignment that you have had was the Map Placement sheet (For a Homework Grade) that you have had for three days to complete and due tomorrow (Thursday). The Bumper Sticker/T-Shirt will be completed in class as a performance task. Let me know if you have anymore questions. Have a great day!

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8/16/17  Hello, the Padlet and EDMODO information was to inform you of what was going to happen during the week. The only assignment that you have had was the Map Placement sheet (For a Homework Grade) that you have had for three days to complete and due tomorrow (Thursday). The Bumper Sticker/T-Shirt will be completed in class as a performance task. Let me know if you have anymore questions. Have a great day!

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Hello, this week students will begin discussing Europe's Environmental Issues and Economics. They will re-take Europe's Geography Test on Tuesday (please refer back to the syllabus for test re-takes). Each day our warm up will be a spot check of the previous lesson and a grade will be taken. Mini Projects( Environmental Bumper Sticker due Thursday and Environmental T-Shirt - due Friday) assigned to check for understanding. Students will choose one of the choices. A Rubric will be given upon assignment. Furthermore, the Mini Projects are given as a way to help students gain a deeper meaning of the lessons being taught. This Friday a Quiz will be given to assess what has been learned while discussing environmental issues and economic of Europe.

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Looking forward to an awesome week. Setting up our interactive notebook and opening with Unit 1- Europe.  Students will view clips from the Disney animated movie, Frozen.

Work Session:  Essential Question and how geographers analyze cultural, political, economic, and physical artifacts to draw conclusions. They will record their thoughts on handout and then answer the question, “How does where Olaf lives influence how he lives?”

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This is going to be a great year! The only thing you will need for Social Studies is a Composition Book, markers, color pencils, writing pencil or black or blue ink, glue stick, tape, and a great Attitude.

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Continuation of Latin America's Revolution, NAFTA, Government and Economic; Study Questions are place here and on EDMODO. Please make note cards and began review. A Partial Study Guide has been given and now more Questions and Answers placed here and on EDMODO.
Wednesday Tiger Dayz

HMWK: Quiz on Thursday; Review notes on EDMODO

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Social Studies 6th Grade  2nd Semester Final Exam - May 2017 (1)

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Hello, we are working our way through the History and on to Latin America Government and Economics. This Wednesday the 6th grade will be going to the Aquarium and Civil Rights Museum, Atlanta, Georgia for our annual Field Trip. We will continue to work in class. The power point is two slides down and posted on EDMODO 2nd Semester Folder, Latin America Revolution and Government.