Nancy Turpen
Social Studies
6th grade
Team 1
2009-2010
GENERAL INFORMATION
• Students need their Social Studies folder in class every day.
• They do not need to bring their textbook to class as we have a class set. They can keep their book in their locker or at home.
• Our text is The American Journey. We will concentrate on the material found in Chapters 18-30 throughout the year. We will also use a variety of other sources as well.
• All assignments can be found on my homework page and at the top right hand corner of my right board in the room. (by the pirate)
• Chapter assessments or projects are usually given every two-three weeks. Major test days for Social Studies are Wednesday and Thursday. All major tests are worth 100 points.
• Assigned homework is given infrequently however students will always have a chapter to review and study.
• If students have an excused absence they have 2 days for every day they were absent to make-up work., this includes tests. It is the student’s responsibility to get the make-up work from me and return it. The best way to accomplish this is to look on line at the web page and get assignments or for the student to ask me as soon as they return for all make-up work.
• I will post current grades every week on line. Please keep in mind that project grades may be posted less frequently.
• Technology skills will be integrated into the Social Studies curriculum this year.
• Geography skills will be emphasized throughout the year.
• We will use Jr. Scholastic to read and discuss current news stories.
• My hope is that our class will collaborate on a project with another class in our state, country or in the world.
OTHER INFO:
• The best way to contact me is by email:
• My email address is:
turpenns@vestavia.k12.al.us
• I usually return every email by the end of the day if not before.
• 7th Period is my plan everyday and I am availabe on most days before or after school. Please call the office if you would like to make an appointment.
• If necessary you can also reach me at 823-7119, my home number
• Students can earn A-slips in many ways in my classroom. One way is to bring in materials, artifacts, or any other interesting information they may have about the topics we are studying.. This of course includes guest speakers! I will always reward acts of kindness and helpfulness to other students and teachers as well.
• Healthy snacks and water drinks are welcome in my classroom.
OUR COURSE OF STUDY
UNITED STATES HISTORY
1900 TO THE PRESENT
The Sixth Grade course focuses on modem America from the beginning of the twentieth century to present times. Because our world is mostly effected by national and international events and changes after World. War II, the thrust of this year’s study is placed most heavily on recent history. Special emphasis is placed on the study of America as a world leader.
The course is divided into four broad topics:
First Nine Weeks
The Emergence of Modern America: 1900-1928*
In the introduction to this study, students will review major changes in America from 1870 to 1900. This will include industrialization, urbanization, cultural changes and technology.
Second/Third Nine Weeks
The Great Depression and World War II: 1929-1945*
This unit will help the student identify the contributing factors of the stock market crash of 1929 and the Great Depression. It will explain the significance of the bombing of Pearl Harbor and the United States' entrance into World War II.
Third/Fourth Nine Weeks
Postwar United States: 1945-1969*
This unit will evaluate changes in the United States after World War II. It will also describe
significant events of the Cold War, The Civil Rights Movement and the Vietnam War,
Contemporary Unites States, 1970- Present*
In this unit the students will study the effectiveness of the Nixon, Ford, Carter, Reagan and Bush administrations. The impact of technological innovations, immigration, and other social issues of the 1990's and 2000's will be studied.
*Alabama Course of Study-Social Studies
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