Globetrotters

2017 - 2018

Mr. Sturgeon

English

Mr. Petersohn

Science

Mr. Fassold

Social Studies

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Table of Contents

Content Page(s) Mr. Petersohn’s Biography (Science) 3 Mr. Fassold’s Biography (Social Studies) 4 Mr. Sturgeon’s Biography (English) 5 Fishers Junior High Mission Statement 6 Globetrotter Mission Statement 6 Master Supply List 7 Team Management Plan 8-9 Technology Management Plan 10 Grading Scale 11 Mr. Petersohn’s Room Management Plan (Science) 12-13 Mr. Fassold’s Room Management Plan (Social Studies) 14 Mr. Sturgeon’s Room Management Plan (English) 15 Globetrotters Academic Honors Program Overview 16 English Academic Honors Contract 17 Science Academic Honors Contract 18 Social Studies Academic Honors Contract 19

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Dave Petersohn Life Science

Background: I am from a family of educators and grew up in Wisconsin. I earned my teaching

degree through combined experiences at Taylor University and the University of Wisconsin.

Following college, I taught for ten years in Warren Township and during this time I added a

masters degree and license in school counseling. Just over two years ago I joined two of HSE’s most talented teachers: Mike Fassold and Tony Sturgeon on the Globetrotter team here at FJH. I

am honored to both work with and grow amidst such expertise and talent.

Family: I am blessed with an amazing family. My wife Kelly and I have 2 adorable kids. My 2 year old daughter, Emory and 8 months old son, Cory who both have December birthdays fuel my soul

and melt my spirit as they grow and mature. Both are so small, but seem determined to become

larger then life itself! I love being “daddy”. My two favorite times with them are to hear them laugh

and to watch as they conquer new challenging feats.

Education & Teaching Experience:

• Bachelor’s of General Science Education Degree (University of Wisconsin - La Crosse)

• Masters of Education in School Counseling (IUPUI) • 10 years of teaching experience for MSD of Warren Township (7th & 8th Grade Science) • 2 Years in Hamilton Southeastern at Fishers Junior High (7th & High School Biology)

Goals: I will challenge students to be scientifically open-minded, discerning, resourceful, well-informed, and scholars with integrity. I promote life-long inquiry, compassion and service. Hobbies:

My hobbies have been diverse and ever changing along with the seasons of life. In years past, camping, sports, fitness, photography, music, gaming, and movies were an integral part of my life.

While continuing these interests my time has become more focused on training, providing for and

caring for my two children. My wife and I eagerly pursue several opportunities to serve and bless

others. I find that there are few things more rewarding then encouraging, serving and inspiring

friends, family, and neighbors.

Why Teach Science: As a youngster, I enjoyed camping with my family and marveled at natures

serene and simplistic beauty but craved to understand natures mysterious complexities. I love

asking questions about how life happens, where life originates and how life evolves. On a personal

level, exploring science becomes an expression of my personal faith journey. As my years of

experience lead me through ever increasing responsibilities, I become more convinced that

knowledge cultivates power. And so I teach, but I don’t teach knowledge exclusively. Science is

ultimately more of a skill then rote memory of a set of learned facts.

“”Somewhere something incredible Is waiting to be known.” -Carl Sagan

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Michael Fassold Social Studies

Background: I was born in Presque Isle, Maine…I have 8 brothers and sisters older than Sturgeon. My father was in the military so we moved a lot; before the age of five my addresses included Maine, Michigan, Arkansas, and Missouri. I spent many years in a REALLY small town; I went to a one-room schoolhouse. I worked on potato farms and in the woods cutting down trees. My high school career barely ended in graduation in 1977. After high school, I joined the United States Air Force and stayed until my military retirement in June 1996. During my career, I was stationed in Texas, Mississippi, New Mexico, New Hampshire, California, Texas (again), Colorado, and finally Indiana. I did not start college until I was 32 years old—needed them to not ask me about high school. In the military I played and coached softball (slow and fast-pitch), basketball, and volleyball. I have been in every state except for Alaska. Family: I am the oldest of nine children (there are halfs and steps in there). I married the former Laurel Inman, a native Coloradan, who was born in Denver and lived many years in Colorado Springs, Colorado. I have two precious children, Caitlin (twenty-two), graduated from Ball State University’s Nursing Program and will start her nursing career at the NICU at Riley Hospital in October, and Ally (twenty), who will be a junior at Ball State majoring in Business Administration with hopes of working for Riley Hospital’s Dance Marathon Program.

Education: • Associate’s Degree in Human Resources – Community College of the Air Force (1995) • Bachelors of Science in Social Studies Education – Indiana University (1996) • Masters of Education – Indiana Wesleyan University (1999)

Goals:

• Teach my students how to think, not what to think.

• Push them to be more

• To not write my name in water

Hobbies: My comic book collection numbers four thousand and features X-Men comics dated from November 1963 to present. As a native New Englander, I am a die-hard fan of the Boston Red Sox, the New England Patriots, the Boston Celtics, and Boston Bruins. I love music—especially the blues, early Motown, 80s new wave, Broadway musicals, Eric Clapton, REM, U2, and folk-based bands like Mumford and Sons and the Lumineers. I also read constantly. I am very involved in the development of civicly-educated citizens through Civic Education’s We the People program.

“The two most important days of your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why.” – Mark Twain

“Everyone shall sit under their own vine and fig tree, And no one shall make them afraid.”

- George Washington “One Last Time” from the Musical Hamilton

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Mr. Tony Sturgeon English

Background: I was born in Lubbock, Texas, but I did not stay long. I have lived in Arkansas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Georgia, and England (this is where I spent my seventh grade year). We finally moved to Indiana, and I graduated from Delphi High School in 1990. I met my wife at Purdue while we were both going to school. I worked for a year with the Finish Line before I was hired as an instructional assistant at Hamilton Southeastern Junior High. Family: I have been married to my beautiful wife Stacy for twenty-one years. We have three wonderful children, Benjamin (17), Natalie (15), and William (13), who attend Noblesville schools. Education:

Bachelors of Arts in English and Social Studies Education from Purdue University (graduated 1995). Masters of Education from Indiana Wesleyan University (October 1999)

Goals: My goal as a teacher is to laugh with my students and show them that school can be fun, while learning the necessary English skills needed for high school, college, and the work force. I want every student to leave his or her first year of secondary school with a positive attitude toward learning. I truly believe that it is a passion and curiosity for learning that determines a person’s success in school and beyond. I want all my kids to break the stereotype of the dumbest generation. Hobbies: I love movies!!! I have an extensive DVD/Blu-Ray collection at home, and my family and I try to go to the theater as much as possible. As everyone will find out (or should be able to observe), I am a huge Star Wars fan and I still collect many things that are related to Star Wars. I am also a big fan of the New York Yankees, the Green Bay Packers, and, of course, the Purdue Boilermakers.

“Even if you’re on the right track you will get hit if you just sit there.” -Will Rogers

“Pass on what you have learned.”

-Yoda, Jedi Master

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Fishers Junior High Mission Statement

Fishers Junior High School, in partnership with the community, is committed to academic excellence and talent development in a safe,

supportive environment. It is our mission that every student will possess the academic and

social skills necessary to be a responsible citizen and a life-long learner in a rapidly

changing, diverse world.

Globetrotter Mission Statement The Fishers Junior High Globetrotters are

committed to excellence in

EFFORT, ATTITUDE,

And ACHIEVEMENT

in our school and community. We use our talents, work hard, and are champions!

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Globetrotter Master Supply List

English – Mr. Sturgeon Tabbed dividers for three-ring binder - five

Three-ring binder (1 inch)

Tissue – one box of tissues

Science- Mr. Petersohn Composition Notebook

Three-ring binder (1 inch)

Tabbed dividers for three-ring binder (five)

Two Pocket Folder (with three – metal fasteners)

Optional class donation of tissue box or glue stick pack

Social Studies – Mr. Fassold Composition Notebook- One

Common Supplies One Two-Pocket folder for all homework assignments

Pencil Pouch is recommended but not required

Colored pencil pack – 24 pack is preferred

Highlighters – Two

Loose-leaf Notebook Paper – available to use all year

Pencils

Pens (Blue or Black)

Post-It Notes – 3 packs

Ruler – 12 inch with metric measurements also

Earbuds for iPad

Styluses for iPad

Apps to Download Please see the technology page in this handbook for a list of apps to download before the second day of school

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Globetrotter

Team Management Plan

Attendance. We take attendance every period. Our team always has bell work on the board,

and you must be in your seat and working when the tone sounds. Regular school attendance is critical for success. If you must be absent you are expected to: • Ensure that your absence is excused by the front office by having your parent or guardian

prearrange your absence, call the day of, or bring a note after your return. • Once you return, it is your responsibility to pick up your work. Each teacher has a system

in place to pick up your make-up work. You receive one day extension for every day you are absent (i.e., if you are absent three days then you have three days to turn in make-up work.)

• If a test or project was scheduled before your absence began, you are expected to take the test or turn in the project on time.

Class Tardy. You are tardy if you are not prepared for class and on task at the tone. You

are expected to begin work before or at the tone. Specifically, you can be at your desk and still be tardy if you are not working on the bell work at the tone. The Globetrotter team is dedicated to using ALL available class time. The following discipline schedule will be followed: • 1st Time: Warning. • 2nd Time: Warning • 3rd Time: Detention. Parent and assistant principal notified.

• 4th Time: Discipline referral to the assistant principal.

Materials Tardy. You receive a materials tardy if you do not have your class room supplies.

You are expected to bring your class materials everyday. If you do not have the materials you will retrieve the materials from your locker and the following discipline schedule will be followed: • 1st Time: Warning. • 2nd Time: Warning

• 3rd Time: Detention. Parent and assistant principal notified. • 4th Time: Discipline referral to the assistant principal.

Food and Drink. Food is allowed in class but should not a distraction to others and should

be not be junk food (grapes, granola bars, crackers, etc). Students are allowed to have a no-spill water bottle. Gum is allowed as long as it is not bothersome (i.e., do not “unwrap” gum in class, do not pass out gum during class, do not blow bubbles, do not chomp your gum).

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Carry a Book. We highly recommend that each student carry a book to read at all times.

There are times in class where you might finish work early and we will allow you to read. You will also be expected to read during Best period when you have no other work.

Parental Contact. The Globetrotter team teachers are dedicated to keeping the lines of

communication open. We pride ourselves in making positive parent contacts. We host a pizza party to get to know each other early on in the school year, and send frequent updates about class happenings via email, Twitter, Instagram, and Remind.

Recognition Programs.

• Each month the Globetrotter team selects the Globetrotter of the Month, a leader of the month, and a Globetrotter of Character. Those students receive special recognition on Globey Way.

• A Student-of-the-Year is selected in each core class. • At the end of the year the core teachers select two Globetrotters of the Year. The top two

Globetrotters must be on an academic honors contract for each core subject. Each teacher conducts an individual ballot for the award. The top two vote recipients are honored. Their names are displayed on a plaque in Globey Way.

• Students that complete an academic honors contract in all three core classes are recognized as “Doctors of Highest Distinction”.

• Our team annually selects a recipient of the Bryce Mitchell Leadership Award. Bryce Mitchell was a former Globetrotter whose life was tragically cut short in a car accident in 2002.

• The Globetrotter Team hosts an end-of-year awards ceremony where awards are announced and individuals recognized.

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Globetrotter Technology Management Plan

The use of iPads will vary for day to day and class to class. The Globetrotter teachers will give directions each day as to how the device will be used. This is secondary school and you will be expected to transition from one teacher’s expectations to the others’. You must be aware of what your are allowed to do on a class to class basis.

Basic Expectations • Treat the iPad like a Mogwai

1. Don’t “feed” it (use it) after midnight (you should be asleep) 2. Don’t get it wet. 3. Keep it out of direct sunglight.

• All students must come to class with a charged iPad, and have a stylus and earbuds ready to use at any time.

• Any student using the device for purposes other than those directed by the teacher may receive a discipline referral and may have the iPad taken away by the teacher.

• If a student is having technology issues please make the teacher aware as soon as

possible. If a problem occurs at home, please email or call the teacher immediately to avoid any possible late work penalties.

• Cell phones are not to be used during class without explicit permission from the teacher. Unauthorized use of your phone will result in a discipline referral.

Apps

Throughout the year each teacher will continually request various apps for you to download to your iPad. The following should be downloaded by the second day of school. • Socrative- student • Quizlet • Remind • Notability ($pay app$)

- You may choose to use a similar

free app such as Paper Port

Socrative Quizlet Remind

Notability Paper Port

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HSE Grading Scale

A+ 99.5 -

A 92.5 - 99.49

A- 89.5 - 92.49

B+ 86.5 - 89.49

B 82.5 - 86.49

B- 79.5 - 82.49

C+ 76.5 - 79.49

C 72.5 - 76.49

C- 69.5 - 72.49

D+ 66.5 - 69.49

D 62.5 - 66.49

D- 59.5 - 62.49

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Petersohn’s Life Science Management Plan

Curriculum: Major skills of life science include scientific inquiry, reading, and experimentation.

Major scientific principles include the scientific method, measurement, classification, animals, plants,

fungi, microorganisms, cells structure and heredity. This list is brief and reflects a general overview.

Supplies: The following supplies will be needed specifically in science. • See Globetrotter Common Supplies and… • One College Rule Composition Bound Notebook • 1 Subject Binder with 5 Dividing Tabs • Two Pocket Folder with 3 hole fasteners

Class Work & Assessments: Work in science is divided into three categories including Daily Work,

Labs/Projects, and Tests/Quizes. All daily work is due at the beginning of the next class meeting

unless specifically instructed otherwise. Daily Work (including homework) serves to prepare students

for labs and assessments. Assessment formats include multiple choice, matching, fill in the blank,

short answer, and essays. Projects demonstrate understanding of concepts and emphasize creativity

and original thought. Labs are the unique aspects of science classes and designed to promote inquiry,

careful analysis, and emphasize learning through unique experiences.

Make Up Policy for Absences: For every excused absence day, you will be given one day to make

up missed work. However, all assignments will be explained and posted on canvas the day they are

assigned. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE for checking canvas and asking questions about makeup work.

Submit all absent work with an attached and completed “Notice” to the Late Work Bin in the resource

center. The “NOTICE” is required even if the absence is excused, in which case no penalty will ensue. Grading Policy: Grades are weighted according to science department policies as follows. Please

note, I do not give grades, I record grades. The responsibility is yours to earn the grade you desire. Daily Work- 20% Bell Work, Assignments, Organization

Notebook/Project/Lab: 40% Bell Work, Labs, Projects

Assessment 40% Quizzes, Tests

What You Should Expect of Me: (Borrowed From The Master Teacher – A.K.A. Fassold)!

• A challenging environment meant to push your learning.

• To teach you how to learn and think.

• To strive to provide a challenging and meaningful educational experience.

• To treat you as a young adult.

What I Expect of You:

• To add to the learning environment.

• To be faithful and honest.

• To work to understand.

• To never quit.

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Petersohn’s Management Plan (cont.)

Behavioral Expectations (Sohn’s VII): Safety is of utmost importance in a science lab. Do not

touch any science equipment or animals, without permission and instruction. All school and classroom

rules will be followed at all times. I have seven expectations. These are not rules specific for my

classroom, think of these as virtues of life. These seven virtues will be discussed during the first week

of school. If these virtues are truly embraced by a student the student will experience success.

Deviation from school/team/classroom expectations will result in a timely intervention: A. Verbal reminder of school/team/classroom expectations

B. Verbal or Written Warning, Student Written Email to Parent (teacher carbon copied). The intent of email is three-fold: to have student

1. Remember their words and actions are choices

2. Take ownership/responsibility for their choices

3. Take initiative of planning future decisions.

C. Parent Contacted, Student Removed from Situation, Detention

D. Referral to assistant principal and Parent Contacted

E. Some consequences may be skipped or repeated depending on severity of the issue.

Late Homework: According to the FJH science department policy, late homework will NOT be

accepted and will be graded accordingly (zero).

Late Labs/Projects: Late labs will result in the following grade deductions. Please note: These

percentages are deducted from grades students would earn for submitting the lab on time. • 1 day late = 20% off

• 2 days late or more = 50% off

• Week after Unit ends = No Credit

A Note from Petersohn: I am excited about OUR year. I view the science room as OUR room and

the class as OUR class. The more you are willing to put into OUR year, the more WE will learn from

one another. Yes, I have a lot to teach you. But, I strongly believe you have a lot you can learn from

experience and from the experiences of classmates. In addition to that, I am excited to learn about

you.

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Mr. Fassold’s Room Management Plan

Curriculum – Direct • Eastern World History and Geography

• Government and Economics

• World Religions

Curriculum – Indirect

• Writing. Writing is a major class requirement. You will experience many different writing types.

• Historical Thought. This is the first unit of the year and will involve preparing to think in my class.

Grading:

• Summative Assessments (75%). This category makes up the majority of my grade; these are major unit assessments. These assignments may be redone until the grade is an “A”. Late grade rules always apply. Sample grading rubric is to the right.

• Formative Assessments (20%). This category is all the class work, notebook work, and quizzes.

• Cultural Literacy Test (5%). This is the basic identification work in my class; people, places, vocabulary, and events are included in this cumulative test. A master list is always kept on my Quizlet file for studying.

Homework: True homework is RARELY assigned in my class.

Late Work: Unless excused, late work will result in a one letter grade

deduction for each day late. The deduction will not exceed a 50% deduction.

Supplies: Make sure you bring your composition notebook EVERY DAY

with a writing tool.

Environment: My classroom is a place of learning. My life’s mission is to

provide EVERY ONE of my students the chance to win. I do not allow distractions from that mission…”the needs of the many outweigh the needs of few or the one”.

What You Should Expect of Me:

• A challenging environment meant to push your learning.

• To teach you how to learn and think.

• To strive to provide a challenging and meaningful educational experience.

• To treat you as a young adult. What I Expect of You:

• To add to the learning environment.

• To be faithful.

• To be honest.

• To work to understand.

• To never quit.

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Mr. Sturgeon’s Room Management Plan

Course Overview & Class Goal- 7th grade English will introduce you to a variety of literature

and allow you to improve your grammar and vocabulary skills, as well. We will engage in many activities including discussions, writing, debates, games, and group projects. We will also explore

other areas such as identity, poetry, novels, humor, science-fiction, speech, and music. Our main goal as a class is to have fun and be creative while expanding our minds through reading and

writing.

Supplies- All supplies will need to be brought with you everyday to class. If you need to go to

your locker to get forgotten supplies, then you will receive a materials tardy for the day. These

are kept separately from regular tardies, but they hold the same consequences.

Homework Policy- As per English department policy, there will be a 25% deduction for a late

assignment. If your assignment is below your normal working ability it may be refused by the teacher and asked to be redone. Each week that students will be completing either an article of

the week assignment or a Magic Lens sentence which will be given out on a Monday and due on Friday. Most other assignments (excluding reading and projects) will be completed in class. There

will be little homework on a daily basis. Students will normally have the opportunity to take something home to finish if they would like; however, it is my goal to complete most work during

out time together.

Make-up Policy- For every day you have an excused absence you will be given one day to make

up missed work. To find out what you missed check your class period’s make-up tray. YOU ARE

RESPONSIBLE FOR ASKING ANY QUESTIONS THAT YOU MAY HAVE ABOUT MAKE-UP WORK.

Grading Policy- The final nine weeks grade will be 50% of the student’s homework/classwork

and 50% of his or her assessments. Apart from that, every assignment will have a point value that will allow the student to see the weight that each individual assignment holds. There will also be

an assessment at the end of each nine weeks. The first will be a baseline writing assessment, followed by a reading assessment, a writing assessment, and a public speaking assessment.

Classroom Discipline- All school rules will be followed at all times. These rules can be found in your assignment notebook. Disruptions to class or a violation of school rules will result in some

type of disciplinary action appropriate to the violation. If the rules are followed and the classroom runs smoothly then the individual students and/or the entire class may receive one of the following

rewards:

• Verbal Praise • Library and couch privileges • Carpe Diem card • Pink Charger PRIDE tickets • Phone call home

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Globetrotters Academic Honors Program

The Globetrotter team is dedicated to providing students with a challenging and enriching environment. In order to enhance this environment, we offer an Academic Honors program to ALL students. The academic honors program is optional, but highly encouraged for every student. Each teacher has specific program requirements. However, all teachers share the following characteristics: • Academic honors graduates receive special recognition at our end-of-year awards

ceremony. • Classroom recognition will be given and displayed in the teacher’s classroom. • Student of the year winners must be on an academic honors contract in that class. • Globetrotter of the Year award winners must be on an academic honors contract in each

of the core classes. • All academic honors students are held to a strict code of conduct. If a student receives

multiple referrals or detentions during the year, he/she will be removed from all contracts. • Students are also held to a high moral standard. If a student is found cheating, or

committing a similar act, he/she will be removed from all academic honors contracts.

ACADEMIC

HONORS

CONTRACT

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English Academic Honors Contract

Congratulations! You have agreed to enter into an Academic Honors contract for English for this school year. The Academic Honors program will allow you as a student to stretch your academic abilities. Please read carefully the requirements of the program. All academic honor candidates will:

• Maintain a high level of academic work. While a specific grade is not required, students should do their very best on each assignment regardless of its size. One part of this is taking challenges and working at a high level. All assignments are expected to be turned in on time. Late or missing assignments conflict with the concept of maintaining a high level of work. Don’t have any. Failure to maintain this academic level will result in removal from the program, unless a probation period is negotiated.

• Attend as many Doctor small groups as possible. These will take place at various times throughout the school year. We may have breakfasts before school, lunch during school, meetings during Best period, or after-school meetings.

• Reading is a key to this class, so you need to read 10 books on your own over the course of the year. These books must come from the Academic Honors Reading List and/or Mr. Sturgeon’s Book Challenge.

• Earn 15 house points • Complete two of the following:

1. Complete 10 hours of community service during the year. Most things count, as long as no money is received and no service is done for your family.

2. Participate in one of the English-related contests posted in Mr. Sturgeon’s room. 3. Help set-up/decorate for special events. 4. Film a book review for CTV or create a book display or poster for Mr. Sturgeon’s

room or another area of the school. 5. Complete the 20 book challenge (This would also fulfill your reading

requirement for the program.) 6. Participate in special events as they arise. (There are always new and unique

opportunities & ideas that present themselves during each year.) • Seek out enrichment opportunities throughout the year. This means that you will

challenge yourself on assignments and, when given the option, select a project that is out of your comfort zone.

• Show a good work ethic, leadership, respect to others, and a positive attitude all year long.

I understand all the requirements for the English Academic Honors program and will do everything within my control to complete the program.

________________________________________________ (Student Signature)

________________________________________________ (Parent/Guardian Signature)

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Science Doctor

Academic Honors Contract

Congratulations! You have agreed to enter into the Science Academic Honors contract. The honors program will allow you as a student to stretch your academic abilities and develop leadership

skills. Please carefully read the requirements of the program.

• House Points and Community Service: Attend school functions to record 15 house points. Complete 5

hours of community or school service. Most things count as long as no money is received and no service

is done for your family. You may record these hours and points for other honors contracts.

• Entry of Science Fair Project into Competition: A competition level science fair project. More will be

discussed about this throughout the year.

• Lab Help: Participate in the cleanup of two labs under the supervision of Mr. Petersohn. This will be

done during a Best period. This should not be listed as community service for any class since it is a

requirement of the program.

• Perspective: Challenge yourself on assignments and, when given the option, select a project that is out of your comfort zone.

• Charger Character: Show great work ethic, leadership, respect, and a positive attitude all year.

• Choose ONE of the following: 1. Review Project: Prepare an end of the year review project. In this project, you will be expected to

highlight the fundamental concepts central to your studies of biology this year. You should

creatively include important concepts from each of our units including the scientific method and

measurements, classification, animals, plants, single-celled organisms, cells, heredity, and

environmental responsibility. The project can be a display poster for the classroom, a power point

and presentation to be shared with the class, or another creative product that you approve with

Petersohn.

2. Model: Make a displayable original model of an organic molecule. This means no store bought kits.

The molecule model should be large (but, not to exceed 3 feet), colorful, clearly labeled. In addition,

the model should include a one page description of the molecule’s structure, function and

importance. Anticipate sharing your model and one page description with the class and having your

model hung for display in the room.

3. Scientist Report: Create a project that highlights the scientific inquiry and accomplishments of a

scientist, including proper bibliography with three different sources: a biography book of the

scientist, an encyclopedia article, and one source of your choice, such as: a peer review scientific

journal, a newspaper article, or a reputable website. In other words, not Wikipedia. The project

can be a poster, a video, or an expository writing. You may use the reading for this project to count

for Mr. Sturgeon’s honors contract.

I understand all the requirements for the Science Doctor Academic Honors program and will do everything within my control to complete the program.

___________________________________________________________ (Student Signature) ___________________________________________________________ (Parent/Guardian Signature)

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Social Studies Academic Honors Contract

Congratulations! Everyone starts out the year on an Academic Honors contract. Students who have completed each requirement will be recognized at the end of the year. Requirements:

Earn an “A-“ or higher in the 1st 9 Week grading period

Earn an “A-“ or higher in the 2nd 9 Week grading period

Earn an “A-“ or higher in the 3rd 9 Week grading period

Maintain an “A-“ or higher in the 4th 9 Week grading period

Have work recognized as “Lion Work”

Earn 15 House Points

Maintain a clean disciplinary record

Complete an academic honors culmination project

Your recognition is earned through hard work and proper choices. I want all of you to be able walk across the stage and be recognized.