Syllabus 2015-16 MR Suarez Individuals and Society

2015-2016 Class Syllabus and Rules
Mr. Suarez Nautilus Middle School

Middle Years Programme (MYP) Individuals and Societies
American (United States) History
Mr. Jorge Suarez
Room 235
Phone Number: (305) 532-3481 (School)
School Website:
http://nautilus.dadeschools.net/
Teacher Website;
https://www.mrsuarezhistory.weebly.com
Email: josuape@dadeschools.net
COURSE DESCRIPTION: 8th Grade
The eighth grade social studies curriculum consists of the following content area strands:
American History, Geography, Economics and Civics. Primary content emphasis for this
course pertains to the study of American history from the Exploration and Colonization
period to the Reconstruction Period following the Civil War. Students will be exposed to
the historical, geographic, political, economic, and sociological events which influenced the
development of the United States and the resulting impact on world history. So that
students can clearly see the relationship between cause and effect in historical events,
students should have the opportunity to explore those fundamental ideas and events which
occurred after Reconstruction.
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World History / American (United States) History
Mr. Jorge Suarez
Room 235
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Honors/Advanced courses offer scaffolded learning opportunities for students to develop the
critical skills of analysis, synthesis, and evaluation in a more rigorous and reflective academic
setting. Students are empowered to perform at higher levels as they engage in the following:
analyzing historical documents and supplementary readings, working in the context of
thematically categorized information, becoming proficient in note-taking, participating in
Socratic seminars/discussions, emphasizing free-response and document-based writing,
contrasting opposing viewpoints, solving problems, etc. Students will develop and demonstrate
their skills through participation in a capstone and/or extended research-based paper/project
(e.g., history fair, participatory citizenship project, mock congressional hearing, projects for
competitive evaluation, investment portfolio contests, or other teacher-directed projects).
IB/MYP
Nautilus Middle School is an IB World School. The International Baccalaureate Middle Years
Programme (IB/MYP) for students aged 11 to 16, provides a framework of academic challenges
that encourages students to embrace and understand the connections between traditional
subjects and the real world. The Middle Years Programme of the International Baccalaureate
(IB/MYP) aims to develop internationally-minded people. The learner profile fosters a high
degree of critical thinking. Learners will recognize their common humanity and shared
guardianship of our planet by becoming inquirers, knowledgeable, thinkers, communicators,
principled, open-minded, caring, risk-takers, balanced, and reflective and they strive to create a
better and more peaceful world.
Mr. Suarez 2015- 2016

Mr. Jorge Suarez
Room 235
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Teacher Website;
The MYP aims to enable students to:
Build upon their spirit of discovery to develop an understanding and enjoyment of the
process of learning, independently and in cooperation with others.
Understand that the acquisition of knowledge is a step on the path to become a lifelong
learner.
Recognize the extent to which knowledge is interrelated.
Learn to communicate effectively in a variety of ways.
Develop a sense of personal and cultural identity and a respect for themselves and for
others.
Acquire insights into local and global concerns affecting health, the community and the
environment, and develop a sense of individual and collective responsibility
Class Materials/Supplies
-Pencils & black/blue ink pens
-Independent reading book
-Binder 1 inch
-Loose leaf paper
-Composition book/Journal
-Highlighters
-Colored pencils
-Sharpener
-Index Cards
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Mr. Jorge Suarez
Room 235
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Teacher Website;
1. Home Learning Home learning will be assigned 1-2 times per week. Home learning
assignments are due the next class period, unless otherwise specified. Late home learning
assignments will only be accepted one day late for half credit.
2. Classroom Assignments and Discussions Students are expected to actively participate in all
classroom discussion and activities. Periodically, group work will be assigned.
3. Assessments- You will be given a quiz at least every 1-2 weeks.
Grading Scale
Grades
A
B
C
D
F
Numerical Value
90-100%
80-89%
70-79%
60-69%
0-59%
Verbal Interpretation
Outstanding progress
Above Average progress
Average Progress
Lowest acceptable progress
Failure
Grade Point Value

4
3
2
1
0
Weight of Grades
Each assignment falls under a different grading category that holds a certain percentage of your
grade.
Homework:
15%
Classwork:
25%
Assessments:
25%
Participation:
15%
Vocabulary/Journal: 20%
____________________
Total:
100%
Mr. Suarez 2015- 2016

Mr. Jorge Suarez
Room 235
School Website:
Teacher Website;
CLASSROOM RULES:
1. Report to class on time and be prepared and seated before the tardy bell rings.
2. Be prepared by having all your supplies (e.g. pen, paper, and folder) on your desk at the
beginning of class.
3. Have all assignments and homework completed before coming to class. It is the
responsibility of the student to turn in assignments on time and to make-up work missed
due to an excused absence. Assignments turned in late will result in a lower grade.
4. Use restrooms and/or drink water between classes and observe procedures for restroom
use during class time.
*** (No restroom usage during the first or last 15 minutes of class)
5. Dismissal: Stay in your seats. The teacher dismisses the class.
6. Please raise your hand to speak or ask a question. Wait until I call on you, and absolutely
no talking while your teacher is speaking.
7. No Cursing. This is a language arts class so we will practice speaking appropriately: no
slang, no abbreviations, and NO foul language.
8. Always be HONEST, NO lying. This is a given, and expected of you. Lying also includes any
form of cheating or plagiarism. It is a serious offense and will be dealt with accordingly.
9. Eating or drinking is prohibited in the classroom; this includes water - unless specified by
a physician.
Violations of these rules may result in one of the following: verbal warning, detention,
exclusion, confiscation, lowering of grade, a Discipline Notice, phone call home, parent-teacher
conference and/or suspension.
Attached you will find a copy of the Discipline Notice for your review.
I am looking forward to an incredible year where we will learn to love History! IF AT ANY POINT
YOU ARE STRUGGLING AND NEED EXTRA HELP, please do not hesitate to come and see me.
Email is the best form of communication, josuape@dadeschools.net.
Mr. Suarez 2015- 2016

Mr. Jorge Suarez
Room 235
School Website:
Teacher Website;
I acknowledge receipt of the course syllabus, class rules/procedures, Discipline Notice, and
that I have read and discussed the information given with my child.
Student Signature _______________________________________ Date _______________
Parent Signature _________________________________________Date ________________
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2015-2016 Class Syllabus and Rules

Mr. Suarez Nautilus Middle School

Mr. Jorge Suarez

Phone Number: (305) 532-3481 (School)

COURSE DESCRIPTION: 8th Grade

Mr. Suarez 2015- 2016

Mr. Suarez Nautilus Middle School

Phone Number: (305) 532-3481 (School)

Mr. Suarez 2015- 2016

Mr. Suarez Nautilus Middle School

Phone Number: (305) 532-3481 (School)

The MYP aims to enable students to:

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Mr. Suarez Nautilus Middle School

Phone Number: (305) 532-3481 (School)

Grade Point Value

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Phone Number: (305) 532-3481 (School)

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Phone Number: (305) 532-3481 (School)

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