Grade

Six Social Studies

Miss Khadduri
2015-2016

Course of Study:

Sixth grade social studies will be a survey of the world throughout the ages. We will begin with
the Regions of the World and continue through Ancient Civilizations of Egypt, Mesopotamia, India,
China, Greece, Rome, Arabia, and America. We will continue through the study of The Middle Ages
and the effects of this time on our current society. In that, we will review the historical cultures
and empires of Africa, Asia, America, and Europe from 1350 to present day. There will be a focus
on the Age of Scientific Revolution, Exploration, Independence Revolutions and New Nations.

Required Materials

1. Course Text
2. Supplemental Readings: Provided by the instructor
3. Spiral Notebook: to take class notes and book notes
4. Agenda: to organize homework and important dates (as supplied by IHM)

Weebly and The Board

Miss Khadduri completes her weebly page each Monday for the upcoming week. There are two sections
on each course page: This Week and Homework. This Week includes the daily lessons and homework
includes both short-term and long-term assignments.

Miss Khadduri writes all weekly lessons and homework assignments on the blackboard. Should you have
any questions, do not hesitate to ask Miss Khadduri.

Rules/Discipline

Dishonesty and cheating will not be tolerated and will be dealt with in accordance with
Immaculate Heart of Mary School policy.
Students must arrive to class on time.
Students must be prepared with all assignments and materials.
Students must actively participate and actively listen in class.
Students must be disciplined during class lectures, group activities, and independent projects.
Students must be respectful towards their peers, teachers, and Immaculate Heart Community.

We will use a card system to abide by the classroom rules. When students do not comply with the rules,
students shall receive a note card with the below prompted questions. This must be completed and
submitted to Miss Khadduri by the end of class. If the student receives two note cards, the student shall
receive an incident report.

Character Questions:

o Name:
o Date:
o Why do you think you received the note card?
o What could you have done differently so that your behavior would not have been thought
of as disruptive?

o What do you plan to do to ensure this will not happen again?

Absences

Students who are absent are required to email the instructor to determine the materials missed.
Students are also required to check weebly for missed materials. Additionally, any homework that was
due the date of their absence must be turned in upon their return. For students who are absent on days
of tests and/or major projects such a presentations or reports, student will be required to submit the
material the day they return or take the test on the day they return.

Additional Help Outside of Class

The instructor is available for additional help or assistance with the course of study before and after
school.

Homework

Homework will be given daily. Some homework will need to be completed by the following day and some
homework will have later due dates. All work should be written in a daily agenda.

Additional Help Outside of Class

The instructor is available for additional help or assistance with the course of study before and after
school.